Compliance Officer

Location: Toronto (Hybrid – In-office Tuesday Wednesday Thursday)

Experience Required: 2+ years in a relevant compliance, risk management, or audit role

About the Role: Our client, a large real estate organization, is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Compliance Officer to support the Vice President, Compliance and help drive their enterprise compliance program forward. This position plays a key role in ensuring the organization's adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the ongoing development and execution of the enterprise compliance program
• Stay informed of evolving regulatory requirements and assess impact on business practices
• Communicate regulatory developments and policy changes to stakeholders and employees
• Provide compliance guidance to internal teams and advise on applicable laws and regulations
• Manage policy development, implementation, and lifecycle documentation
• Administer annual compliance training and employee certifications across the organization
• Support the design and execution of corrective action plans for identified compliance gaps
• Lead investigations into potential compliance breaches and prepare findings documentation
• Track and follow up on compliance issues, events, and regulatory deadlines
• Maintain regulatory calendars and ensure timely report submissions
• Support audits, risk assessments, and regulatory examinations
• Build collaborative relationships across the business to foster a strong culture of compliance
• Contribute to ad hoc compliance initiatives as required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and minimum 2+ years of relevant experience in compliance, audit, or risk management (4+ years preferred)
• Knowledge of regulatory environments; experience with the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) is a strong asset
• Demonstrated ability to interpret legislation, policies, and internal controls
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all levels of the organization
• Strong analytical, judgment, and problem-solving abilities
• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint