Analyst, Investment & Trading Compliance

Why you’ll love working here:

• high-performance, people-focused culture

• our commitment that equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental to our work environment and business success, which helps employees feel valued and empowered to be their authentic selves

• learning and development initiatives, including workshops, Speaker Series events and access to LinkedIn Learning, that support employees’ career growth

• membership in HOOPP’s world class defined benefit pension plan, which can serve as an important part of your retirement security

• competitive, 100% company-paid extended health and dental benefits for permanent employees, including coverage supporting our team's diversity and mental health (e.g., gender affirmation, fertility and drug treatment, psychological support benefits of $2,500 per year, parental leave top-up, and a health spending account).

• optional post-retirement health and dental benefits subsidized at 50%

• yoga classes, meditation workshops, nutritional consultations, and wellness seminars

• the opportunity to make a difference and help take care of those who care for us, by providing a financially secure retirement for Ontario healthcare workers

Job Summary

The Analyst, Investment & Trading Compliance will have critical responsibilities relating to the continuing development and maintenance of the Investment & Trading Compliance program at HOOPP. Reporting to and under the direction of the Senior Director, Investment & Trading Compliance, the Analyst, Investment & Trading Compliance will be accountable for the delivery of key monitoring and reporting controls and critical support for the medium and long-term development of the Investment & Trading Compliance program.

This is a new position in the organization that requires knowledge of securities, derivatives and other related capital markets trading and investment practices (both public and private assets), knowledge and aptitude with data management and various technology software platforms and a positive and pro-active approach to managing professional relationships with business partners to meet rapidly escalating technology, regulatory and environmental changes.

What you will do

• Daily review and analysis of capital markets trading and investment activity to identify and escalate reportable regulatory compliance events in a timely manner

• Assist with compliance risk assessment reviews of private asset investments including private equity, private credit, investment funds, real estate and infrastructure

• Assist in the identification and remediation of any compliance process control gaps and improvement opportunities, and work with team members to build solutions

• Prepare written compliance control process documentation and maintain accurate books and records

• Design and implement technology solutions to automate compliance monitoring and reporting processes and generate meaningful metrics to assist compliance risk decision-making

• Actively participate in compliance projects and other change initiatives, as needed

• Monitor regulatory websites and other public information sources to capture and assist in incorporating relevant news and regulatory change events into the compliance program

• Understand business operations and processes throughout HOOPP and pro-actively build effective business relationships with a diverse set of individuals and teams

• Assist with the timely and thorough remediation of data management and software related issues to ensure compliance monitoring and reporting processes are functioning as intended

• Pro-actively and creatively contribute to the ongoing development of the compliance program control environment

What you will bring

You have completed a post-secondary program, have a strong understanding of capital markets investment and trading functions and frameworks, and knowledge of regulatory risk management including the role of regulatory agencies and the compliance function.

• Completed a college or university program with a focus on compliance, law, commerce, finance or accounting

• High proficiency in the use of technology platforms including Microsoft Office Suite (specifically MS Excel and MS Power BI), programming/coding skills, and working knowledge of data management is required

• Proficiency in the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and Bloomberg AIM considered an asset

• Completion of the Canadian Securities Course, or working toward a Chartered Financial Analyst Level II or III or similar course/designation considered an asset

• Previous work experience with a pension plan, asset management firm or regulatory environment considered an asset

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize conflicting priorities, strong organizational and time management skills to meet tight deadlines

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness

• Excellent interpersonal skills to facilitate interaction with senior management and others working in a high-pressure and time sensitive environment

• Knowledge of and/or experience with Regulatory Compliance Management frameworks would be an asset.

• Share HOOPP’s core values: Accountability, Compassion, and Trustworthiness.