Manager, Financial And Operations Compliance

Job Details
Posting Details
Posted on November 5, 2026
LocationsShowing 1 location
40 Temperance Street Suite 2600 Toronto, ON M5H0B4, CAN
Hybrid
People Leaders
Full-Time
Requisition #: MANAG002667
DescriptionAbout Us
As a self-regulatory organization, our mission is to promote healthy capital markets by regulating fairly and effectively so that investors are protected and confident investing in their futures. At the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO), we are committed to setting high regulatory standards for the investment industry, safeguarding investors, and supporting the integrity of Canada’s capital markets. Join a growing team and contribute to the dynamic and complex world of Canadian capital markets.
About this Opportunity
The Manager, Financial & Operations Compliance manages field examinations to ensure that Dealer Member firms comply with CIRO’s prudential rules and are financially and operationally viable.
Core Responsibilities:
Manage the “prudential regulatory oversight” of a portfolio of Dealer Member firms to ensure that the risks to the investing public, CIRO, provincial securities commissions and the Canadian Investor Protection Fund (CIPF) are appropriately mitigated
Ensure that regulatory filings from Dealer Member firms are prepared in accordance with CIRO rules and filed on a timely basis
Ensure the effective and efficient planning and execution of the examination process
Initiate timely and appropriate regulatory intervention measures to minimize investor loss by Dealer Member firms facing financial or operational stress
Ensure department objectives are met through effective people leadership, training and development of the department
What You Bring
Education and Experience
Accounting designation, CPA preferred
Completion of an exam or course that demonstrates competency in the investment industry and role of the CFO such as the Chief Financial Officer Exam or other legacy courses such as the CFO Qualifying Exam
Completion of an exam or course that demonstrates competency in the investment industry such as the Canadian Investment Regulatory Exam (CIRE), and/or Retail Securities Exam and/or Institutional Securities Exam, or other legacy courses such as the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) and Conduct and Practices Handbook (CPH) Course
Completion of the CICA In-Depth Securities Course
5 years of experience in a regulatory or securities environment (including brokerage audit) with at least 2 years of people leadership
Key Skills and Competencies:
Strong knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and the Canadian Auditing Standards (CAS)
Strong audit skills
Strong working knowledge of CIRO prudential rules
Ability to detect, analyze and evaluate complex issues for capital implications
Ability to communicate complex issues in a clear, concise, and professional mannerStrong working knowledge of Enterprise Risk Management frameworks and practices at regulated financial institutions
What we offer
Competitive total rewards program including performance-based bonus *
Hybrid work environment
Employer paid Health Benefits and Spending Account that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs as of day one*
Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment*
Paid flex days and wellness days*
Maternity and Parental Leave top up *
Paid continuous learning and continuing development including designations*
*Offerings are not applicable to contracts
Culture and Working Environment
Life at CIRO is purpose and performance - driven. We foster an inclusive culture where teamwork, a forward-thinking attitude, and integrity are at the core of everything we do. This creates an environment where employees thrive, grow, and are empowered to learn and contribute their best work.
Joining CIRO means becoming part of a dynamic and transparent organization that values accountability and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of regulatory oversight in the financial industry.
Our Commitment
CIRO is committed to creating an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and will provide accommodation upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable human rights and accessibility legislation. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
CIRO is a pan-Canadian organization that oversees all investment dealers and trading activity in marketplaces across Canada. This position requires regular communication and collaboration with employees in CIRO regional offices and with stakeholders across Canada. Proficiency in English is required due to the frequent interactions with internal and external English-speaking members, clients, registered representatives, firms, Canadian provincial and territorial securities regulators, and employees located outside Quebec. For positions based in Quebec, proficiency in both English and French is required to effectively perform the duties of the role and communicate with stakeholders in both official languages.
Additional Information
This posting reflects an active vacancy on our team
We use automated (AI) enabled technology to support aspects of candidate sourcing, screening, and communications. Applications are reviewed by our hiring team and hiring decisions are made by people.
The hiring range for this position is $115,000 - $125,000. The final compensation offered will be based on the successful candidate’s knowledge, skills, education, training, experience, internal equity, and external market considerations.
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