Analyst, Compliance, Operational Risk and Privacy

iA Financial Group; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible group insurance

Retirement savings plan

Employee share purchase plan

Vacation and wellness days

Telemedicine services

Job summary

iA Financial Group's Global Asset Management seeks an Analyst, Compliance, Operational Risk and Privacy to advance risk management programs and support investment and regulatory compliance across Canada. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify risks, strengthen controls, and ensure governance while leveraging Bloomberg, Power BI, and Python.

The role emphasizes rigorous analysis and clear communication in a dynamic, hybrid setting.

Qualifications

• A university degree in business, finance, economics, accounting, law, or a related field.
• Experience in financial services, risk management, or compliance.
• Knowledge of portfolio management and key market participants.
• Interest in securities regulations and governance, with strong writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Support operational risk and privacy risk management programs.
• Identify, assess, and monitor risks, controls, and risk indicators.
• Assist in incident management, non-compliance, and privacy breaches.
• Contribute to governance, documentation, and reporting activities.
• Monitor regulatory developments impacting investment activities.
• Collaborate with Investment Compliance and Regulatory Compliance teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Regulatory knowledge

English-French bilingual

Education

University degree in business or related field

Tools

Bloomberg

Power BI

Python

Statistics

Job description

Job Description Build the future with us

Are you curious, motivated, and interested in analyzing situations to find practical solutions? Would you like to develop your expertise in investment management, compliance, operational risk management, and privacy? This opportunity within iA Global Asset Management (iAGAM) could be for you. As an Analyst, Compliance, Operational Risk and Privacy, you will actively contribute to the implementation of iAGAM’s operational risk and privacy risk management program. You will also support investment compliance and regulatory compliance activities in an environment where rigour, collaboration, and continuous improvement are essential. This position is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and fully realize your potential within a caring and trustworthy company. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

What you’ll accomplish with us

As an Analyst, Compliance, Operational Risk and Privacy, you’ll be at the core of our mission. Here are the main responsibilities:

• Support iAGAM’s operational risk management and privacy activities.
• Participate in identifying, assessing, and monitoring risks, controls, and risk indicators.
• Contribute to the management of operational incidents, non-compliance matters, and privacy breaches.
• Participate in business continuity exercises, as well as governance, documentation, and reporting activities.
• Monitor regulatory developments and contribute to the analysis of requirements applicable to investment activities.
• Contribute to process improvements, awareness initiatives, and requests from corporate teams related to operational risk management and privacy.
• Support the Investment Compliance team in ensuring compliance with investment policies and monitoring breaches.
• Assist the Regulatory Compliance team in carrying out monitoring and control activities to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and applicable guidelines.

What could accelerate your success in this role

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds a university degree, preferably in business, finance, economics, accounting, law, or a related field.
• Has relevant experience gained through employment, an internship, or an academic project in financial services, risk management, or compliance.
• Has good knowledge of financial products, portfolio management activities, and key financial industry stakeholders, including dealers, portfolio managers, investment fund managers, and custodians.
• Has a basic understanding of securities regulations applicable to portfolio management activities and an interest in developing further expertise in this area.
• Stands out for their rigour, attention to detail, analytical and synthesis skills, and strong writing abilities.
• Can analyze situations, make recommendations, solve problems in a structured manner, and manage multiple files simultaneously.
• Can work independently while collaborating effectively with various teams.
• Knowledge of Bloomberg, Power BI, Python, statistics, or modelling, as well as CSI courses or other financial industry training, is considered an asset.
• Has an intermediate level of English and an advanced level of French proficiency, as the role involves communicating, collaborating, and reviewing compliance, risk, and investment-related documentation with English- and French-speaking colleagues and internal partners across Canada on a frequent basis.

Why you’ll love working with us

A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence.

AI is in everyone’s hands, empowering you to increase your personal effectiveness while supporting the organization’s growth.

A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed.

The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces.

Competitive Benefits

• Flexible group insurance plans
• Competitive retirement savings plan
• Employee share purchase plan
• Vacation program, wellness days, and personal development days
• Telemedicine services
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Ergonomic furniture program
• Performance bonus
• Discounts on iA products
• And much more!

Location(s) Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West Other Possible Location(s) Montreal / 1981 McGill College Avenue

Company Industrial Alliance Investment Management Inc.

Posting End Date 2026-10-28

Company Overview

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management. With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate. At iA, we’re invested in you. * iA Financial group includes of the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

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As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation and engagement, iA once again stands out this year as one of Canada’s top employers according to Forbes. In 2026, iA Financial Group also ranks 1st among major publicly traded Canadian insurers. At iA Financial Group, our differences make us unique. We are committed to supporting and celebrating diversity because we believe that it is by bridging our differences that we will be stronger. Our employees’ wellbeing is our priority. We are also committed to creating a stimulating and safe work environment, in addition to offering a real work-life balance with our flexible work model. As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation, iA has been ranked as one of the top employers in Canada in 2023 by Glassdoor and Forbes.