Compliance Analyst (Intermediate to Senior) - 9706 - IW-9706

DGA Careers; Hamilton, Oakville, Brantford; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Compliance Analyst to join their dynamic compliance team. This exciting role offers the chance to shape and lead internal quality assurance initiatives within a well-respected insurance organization. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in regulatory compliance and risk management, with the ability to collaborate across various business units. You'll play a key role in ensuring compliance with industry regulations while mentoring junior team members. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a significant impact in a collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Hybrid Work Schedule

Collaborative Environment

Exposure to Various Compliance Areas

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in regulatory compliance or internal audit.
• Solid understanding of the insurance regulatory environment in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal compliance quality assurance review programs.
• Conduct compliance assessments and recommend enhancements.
• Mentor junior team members and support compliance initiatives.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

Internal Audit

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Initiative

Education

Post Secondary Education

Tools

Compliance Management Systems

Job description

Compliance Analyst (Intermediate to Senior) - 9706 - IW-9706

Date of modification:

Job number: IW-9706

Detail

Job title: Compliance Analyst (Intermediate to Senior) - 9706

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

Information

• City: Hamilton
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Education: Post Secondary Education
• Minimum experience required: 3 to 4 Years