Director, Segregated Funds Guarantee Hedging Program

Job Description

Director / Associate Director / Segregated Funds / Pathwise / iAGMA / Dynamic Hedging

Are you ready to take on strategic challenges in a stimulating environment? This role places you at the heart of the Systematic Strategies and GDR team, where your expertise and creativity will drive the transformation of the segregated funds guarantee hedging program. You'll combine technical proficiency and strategic leadership to shape the future of a constantly evolving industry.

Depending on experience, the selected candidate may hold the title of Associate Director or Director.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and optimize the segregated funds guarantee hedging program to ensure outstanding performance.

• Develop and implement innovative dynamic hedging models that integrate financial, actuarial, and regulatory risks.

• Identify and propose novel solutions to enhance operations through advanced technological tools (Python, R, SQL, PowerBI).

• Analyze market trends and detect strategic opportunities to maximize the hedging program's impact.

• Deliver impactful presentations to key committees, such as investment and risk committees.

• Ensure strict compliance of procedures and controls with internal and external standards.

• Contribute to the development of new products and strategic projects within a fast-paced innovation environment.

• Review, design, and implement investment and hedging policies aligned with the Company's objectives.

• Actively collaborate on cross-sectoral projects to support corporate transformation and excellence.

Profile Sought:

Key Competencies:

• Personal discipline and emotional mastery in a constantly evolving environment.

• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and attention-to-detail skills to ensure the accuracy of deliverables.

• A collaborative team spirit and dedication to sharing knowledge while working effectively with others.

• Proactivity and creativity to optimize processes and devise unique solutions.

Technical Expertise:

• Advanced experience in financial markets, including 5+ years in managing dynamic hedging programs.

• Degree in finance, accounting, actuarial science, economics, or related fields; professional certifications (CFA, FRM, etc.) are considered assets.

• Proficiency in programming languages (Python, R, SQL, VBA) and expertise in complex derivative products.

• Familiarity with specialized tools like Pathwise, PowerBI, and Bloomberg (an advantage).

Language Proficiency:

• Intermediate French level is essential, particularly for daily communication with team member and other internal partners.

Location(s)Québec, Québec

Other Possible Location(s)Montreal, Quebec, Toronto, Ontario
CompanyIndustrial Alliance Investment Management Inc.

Posting End Date2025-05-03Company 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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