Compliance Specialist at Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group Ltd. | CA | Rezi

Compliance Specialist at Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group Ltd.

Compliance Specialist

Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group Ltd. · CA

2 weeks ago

Compliance Specialist

Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group Ltd. · CA

18 days ago
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About the Role

Join one of Canada’s top performing asset managers as a Compliance Specialist within the Private Capital Compliance team. You will support the overall compliance function, acting as a primary resource for Wealth Advisors, Associates, and Regulators. This content-heavy role requires a deep understanding of the business and the ability to manage high volumes of information.

Responsibilities

  • Provide compliance-related project support.
  • Assist in development or revision of policy and procedure documentation and guidelines.
  • Support system/application transitions, including records reconciliation and compliance case development.
  • Identify opportunities to streamline and enhance compliance processes through automation and AI tools.
  • Deliver compliance-related training to staff.
  • Participate in Compliance Team meetings with Asset Mix & Trading Operations and other functional teams.
  • Support and review regulatory filings and reviews (e.g., Pooled Fund Filings, OSC Investment Fund Survey, BCSC Risk Assessment Questionnaire) and other regulatory inquiries and audits.
  • Cross-reference disciplinary notices provided by regulatory bodies.
  • Maintain a registration listing of the company’s individual registrants.
  • Review outside activities, gifts and entertainment, conflicts of interest, and employee attestations.
  • Review and maintain referral arrangements to ensure compliance with NI 31-103.
  • Review accounts quarterly to ensure non-resident investments are within allowable limits.
  • Review medium and high-risk clients for suspicious activity.
  • Generate quarterly KYC reports for registered staff and conduct follow-ups.
  • Review client files for accuracy and completeness.
  • Assist with preparation of regulatory reports (e.g., CRS/FATCA, 45-106 Reports of Exempt Distributions).
  • Ensure marketing materials are reviewed for compliance with applicable legislation.
  • Perform regulatory compliance checks/spot audits.
  • Answer compliance-related questions and provide regulatory guidance regarding products and services.
  • Stay up to date with regulatory changes.

Requirements

  • Minimum of two years of related work experience, ideally in compliance, finance, or operations from a financial and/or investment firm.
  • Familiarity with NI 31-103 and rules set by regulatory authorities such as OSC, BCSC, AMF, and FINTRAC.
  • Collaborative, team player spirit with effective communication skills.
  • Analytical mind with problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work efficiently under pressure, both individually and as part of a team, managing changes and interruptions while meeting deadlines.
  • Practical experience with AI productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot or similar) applied to improve efficiency, automate tasks, and support process improvements.

Skills

  • Compliance
  • Finance
  • Operations
  • Policy and procedure development
  • Regulatory filings
  • AI tools
  • Training delivery
  • Regulatory guidance
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail

Location

  • Canada

Work Type

  • Hybrid

Experience Level

  • Minimum of two years of related work experience

Education Level

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Industry-specific coursework (Canadian Securities Course, CFA Level 1)

Salary/Compensations

  • $70,000–$80,000

Benefits

  • Social events
  • Volunteering opportunities
  • Corporate social responsibility
  • Flexible work practices
  • Work-life balance support
  • Continuous learning budgets
  • Paid study days
  • Support for professional designations
  • Competitive total compensation
  • Retirement savings support
  • Wellness credits
  • Enhanced parental leave
  • Comprehensive health benefits

About the Company

  • Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group is committed to fostering belonging through collaboration, inclusion, and flexibility.
  • They prioritize employee development with meaningful work, continuous learning budgets, and support for professional designations.
  • Contributions are recognized with competitive compensation and benefits.

Equal Opportunity

  • Committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment and selection process.
  • Welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities.
  • Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
  • AI may be used to support certain stages of the screening & recruitment process, supporting but not replacing human judgment.