Compliance Analyst (Intermediate to Senior) - 9706

DGA Careers; Brantford; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established insurance organization is seeking a Compliance Analyst to join their growing team. This role presents a unique opportunity to shape and lead quality assurance initiatives while collaborating across various departments. Ideal for a compliance professional with 3-7 years of experience in regulatory compliance or risk management, this position allows you to contribute to a dynamic and evolving environment. You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with industry regulations and internal policies, while also mentoring junior team members. Join a collaborative team and gain exposure to a wide range of compliance areas, making a significant impact on the organization.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Collaborative environment

Exposure to various compliance areas

Qualifications

• 3-7 years in regulatory compliance or risk management within insurance.
• Solid understanding of the Canadian insurance regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal compliance quality assurance reviews across business units.
• Conduct compliance assessments and recommend enhancements.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

Internal Audit

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Initiative

Tools

Compliance Management Systems

Ethidex

Job description

Compliance Analyst (Intermediate/Senior)

Location: Hamilton, Ontario (Hybrid – 3 days in office)
Industry: Insurance
Type: Full-time, Permanent

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Compliance Analyst to join a growing compliance team within a well-established insurance organization. This newly created role offers a unique opportunity to build and lead internal quality assurance initiatives while gaining exposure across a wide range of business areas. It’s ideal for a compliance professional who is ready to take the next step in their career and contribute to an evolving, collaborative function.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an internal compliance quality assurance (QA) review program across various business units (e.g., underwriting, claims, IT, accounting)
• Conduct spot checks and compliance assessments; identify risks and recommend enhancements
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to monitor compliance with industry regulations and internal policies
• Support the ongoing development and administration of the Compliance Management System
• Assist in managing responses to regulatory inquiries, audits, and investigations
• Mentor junior compliance team members and contribute to departmental knowledge-sharing
• Help implement and maintain policies and procedures that support compliance initiatives
• Participate in licensing oversight and ensure distribution practices meet regulatory standards

About You

• 3–7 years of experience in regulatory compliance, risk management, or internal audit, preferably within the property & casualty or broader insurance industry
• Solid understanding of the insurance regulatory environment in Canada
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills to work across departments and levels
• Comfortable taking initiative and building out new processes from the ground up
• Experience with licensing, privacy, anti-money laundering, or complaint handling is an asset
• Exposure to Compliance Management Systems (e.g., Ethidex or equivalent) is beneficial

Why Join

• Play a key role in shaping a new compliance initiative with organization-wide impact
• Work in a collaborative and flexible environment with hybrid scheduling (Tues–Thurs in office)
• Gain exposure to a broad range of compliance areas rather than being siloed in one function