Best suited to seasoned financial professionals with governance experience working in a regulated Canadian environment.
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Original posting from Capital via Lever
We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting-edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best, so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever-growing talented team.
Responsibilities:
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Attend and actively contribute to Board meetings and, where applicable, Board committees.
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Provide oversight and constructive challenge on the Company’s strategy, objectives and performance.
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Oversee the effectiveness of governance, risk management, internal controls and compliance frameworks.
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Oversee the Company’s financial soundness, including capital adequacy.
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Review financial reporting, budgets and key business reports presented to the Board.
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Promote a strong compliance and ethical culture at Board level.
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Oversee material outsourcing arrangements and related controls from a governance perspective.
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Stay informed of regulatory developments and their impact on the business.
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Support the Board’s engagement with regulators, auditors and the shareholder as required.
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Act honestly, in good faith and in the best interests of the Company, managing any conflicts of interest appropriately.
Requirements:
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A university diploma or equivalent along with a 5+ years of experience in the financial services industry, ideally including senior roles at a CIRO-regulated investment dealer.
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Successful completion of CIRO’s Director and Executive Exam, or the Partners, Directors and Senior Officers Course (PDO) qualification if it is still valid under CIRO’s exam validity and transition rules.
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Willingness to go through the CIRO approval process as a Director; prior approval as a Director/UDP or Executive by CIRO (IIROC) or another securities regulatory authority is an advantage.
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Strong working knowledge of the Canadian financial services regulatory framework.
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Experience in retail financial services, ideally brokerage, OTC derivatives or leveraged products.
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Board, governance or senior oversight experience in a regulated environment.
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Understanding of risk management, capital adequacy and financial reporting at a regulated firm.
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Sound commercial and risk judgement, with the ability to challenge constructively.
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Independence of mind, high standards of integrity and ethics, and a strong sense of accountability.
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Clean regulatory, disciplinary and criminal record.
What you will get in return:
- Competitive Salary: We believe great work deserves great pay! Your skills and talents will be rewarded with a salary that makes you feel valued and motivated.
- Work-Life Harmony: Join a company that genuinely cares about you - because your life outside of work matters just as much as your time on the clock. #LI-Hybrid
- Generous Time Off: Need a breather? Our annual leave policy lets you recharge and enjoy life outside of work without a worry.
- Employee Referral Program: Love working here? Share the love! Bring your talented friends on board and get rewarded for growing our awesome team.
- Comprehensive Health & Pension Benefits: From medical insurance to pension plans, we’ve got your back. Plus, location-specific benefits and perks!
- Workation Wonderland: Live your digital nomad dreams with 30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply). Adventure awaits!
- Volunteer Days: Make a difference! Take two additional paid days each year to support causes you care about and give back to the community.
Be a key player at the forefront of the digital assets movement, propelling your career to new heights! Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding company that values and rewards talent, initiative, and creativity. Work alongside one of the most brilliant teams in the industry.
Source: Capital careers (Lever)