Regional Manager, National Supervision (West)

IA Financial Services; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible group insurance

Competitive pension plan

Stock purchase plan

Vacation

Job summary

IA Financial Services seeks a Regional Manager, National Supervision (West) to lead staff compliance and supervision across regions. You will coach, hire, and review performance, while delivering expert regulatory guidance and governance across the organization.

The role requires CSC and Branch Manager designation, strong leadership, and the ability to influence policy. Hybrid work options are available, with opportunities to present at national conferences.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of investment industry experience with a CIRO member firm or ICPM acceptable to the Corporation.
• Excellent communication skills in English; French is a strong asset.
• CSC certification and Branch Manager designation/registration are mandatory.
• Strong understanding of industry regulations and risk management considerations.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities; ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage conduct and performance of direct reports; provide timely feedback.
• Interview and hire new staff.
• Ensure staff performance reviews are completed on time.
• Provide local, regional, national or company-wide compliance leadership/expertise.
• Write Procedures for the Branch Manager Supervision Team procedure manual.
• Set team/division goals with the Director of T1.
• Motivate the team to achieve goals and manage workloads.
• Deliver presentations and public speaking at National Conferences.
• Assist in developing and delivering advisor compliance communications and training materials.
• Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of the firm's compliance and supervision systems.

Skills

Exceptional communication

Coaching

Mentoring

Time management

Organization

Bilingual English/French

Education

Canadian Securities Course (CSC)

Branch Manager designation/registration

Job description

Job Description

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Build the future with us

Are you driven by coaching and regulatory process and eager to contribute to the purpose of a company that aims to help its clients feel confident and secure about their future? As a Regional Manager, National Supervision, you will play a key role in iA Private Wealth Compliance .

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.

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What you'll accomplish with us

As a Regional Manager, National Supervision (West) you'll be at the core of our mission. Here are the main responsibilities:

• Ensure all direct reports and staff are sufficiently proficient, adequately trained, coached, mentored and have access to the necessary technological tools and systems applications to execute their assigned duties. Oversee and manage the conduct and performance of all direct reports, providing timely and effective feedback to staff members as required
• Responsible for interviewing/hiring new staff members
• Ensure all staff performance reviews (probationary, semi-annual and annual) are completed in a timely manner
• Provide local, regional, national or company-wide compliance leadership/expertise
• Write Procedures for the Branch Manager Supervision Team procedure manual
• Work with the Director of T1 to set team/division goals
• Motivates the team to achieve the team goals and or pivot as necessary; influences the team's service level and ability to achieve its objectives in terms of quality, volume and deadlines
• Implement strategic processes while periodically balancing employee workloads among the team
• Meets the proficiency requirements of a supervisor for retail and managed accounts
• Work with internal and external strategic partners, committees, executives to influence, persuade, implement compliance policies, processes and goals
• Train and develop new and existing members of the Branch Manager Account Supervision Team
• Proficient in delivering presentations and public speaking at all levels including National Conferences
• May be responsible for other tasks assigned as necessary
• Support in the development and implement compliance service offering that is aligned with iA PW corporate philosophy with documented policies, procedures and training materials for advisors, branch managers and staff
• Assist in the delivery of all advisor compliance communications and work closely to ensure consistency in the delivery of services within advisor expectations
• Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of the firm's compliance and supervision systems

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What could accelerate your success in this role

We're looking for someone who:

• Has 7 years or more relevant investment industry experience with a CIRO member firm or an ICPM acceptable to the Corporation
• Is known for exceptional communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English. French language proficiency is considered a strong asset.
• Holds a valid Canadian Securities Course (CSC) certification and possess a valid Branch Manager designation/registration (mandatory).
• Stands out for a strong understanding of industry regulations and requirements, with the ability to apply them effectively while balancing business development objectives and risk management considerations.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills and time management, effectively prioritizing multiple responsibilities and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Is recognized for their coaching and mentoring capabilities, providing strategic guidance, monitoring progress, and fostering the professional growth and development of team members.
• Stands out for their ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, adapt to changing priorities, and perform effectively under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, building and maintaining productive relationships with advisors, colleagues, and clients while delivering a high level of service and collaboration.

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Why you'll love working with us

• A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence;
• 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, competitive pension plan, stock purchase plan, vacation and