Job Description

Position Title: Investigative Trading Coordinator

Department: Trade Review and Analysis

Location: Toronto

Employment Type: Contract 12 months

Working Arrangement: Full-time, Hybrid

About Us

As a self-regulatory organization, the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) is 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

Reporting to the Director, Trade Review and Analysis, the Investigative Trading Coordinator is accountable for providing technical and administrative support for the Trade Review and Analysis (TR&A) management and staff.

Core Responsibilities:

• Efficiently compile and finalize reports for accurate and timely submission to the commissions.

• Gatekeeper Reports management including examining and documenting Participant Gatekeeper reports within our internal systems for thorough record-keeping and analysis.

• Source and organize files for external referrals.

• Preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual statistical reports for management.

• Administer multiple TR&A databases.

• Schedule staff meetings and other departmental meetings as needed.

• Maintain distribution lists for the Department.

• Respond directly to external and internal requests for information.

• Assist with the preparation of general correspondence, presentations, and other confidential documents, as required.

• Maintain Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and call tree as appropriate.

• Review of FINRA Bluesheet requests.

• Maintain distribution lists for the Department.

• Support the department nationally in other administrative functions, other duties as required.

What You Bring

Must-haves

• Advanced database management skills

• Strong computer skills – Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint

• Handle multiple assignments

• Strong organizational skills with an ability to proactively seek opportunities to create more effective and efficient administration.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Excellent spelling, grammar and writing skills

• Attention to detail, accuracy and consistency

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• Familiarity with the various Divisions and Departments within CIRO as to roles and objectives

• Knowledge of the securities industry and its terminology would be an asset

Nice to Haves

• High School or College degree or diploma.

• At least three (3) years related administrative experience.

• Experience providing support to multiple stakeholders at various management levels.

• 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 are considered an asset.

• Completion of an exam or course that demonstrates competency in the investment industry and trading on marketplaces such as the Trader Exam or other legacy courses such as the Trade Training Course (TTC) are considered an asset.

• Bilingual (English and French) would be an asset.

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*

• *Asterisked offerings are not applicable to contracts

Why the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO):

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. 

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 an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). CIRO will provide accommodation to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Should 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 the ability to communicate with employees in CIRO regional offices and other CIRO stakeholders across Canada. Accordingly, proficiency in both official languages of Canada (French and English) is needed. Due to the frequent interactions with internal and external English-speaking members, clients, representatives, firms, Canadian provincial and territorial securities regulators, and employees situated outside of Quebec, the position requires a fully bilingual candidate. 

We are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process across Canada. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to providing accommodations upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable human rights and accessibility legislation.

Our Recruitment Process

• This posting reflects an active vacancy on our team

• We use automated (AI) tools to assist with candidate sourcing and communications. Applications are reviewed by our hiring team and hiring decisions are made by people.

• This role has a hiring range of $55,000 - $65,000 with the placement and offered salary being based on knowledge, skills, education/training and experience, as well as external market conditions and internal equity.

While we appreciate receiving applications, only those applicants who closely meet the position requirements will be contacted. #LI-HYBRID #hiring