Core ResponsibilitiesCommunicate daily with dealers, issuers and marketplaces on a variety of topics that include market manipulation reviews, issuer timely disclosure, marketplace disruption,Serve as a backup for conducting cross-assets (Equities, Derivatives, Bonds) to identify potential violations of UMIR or Canadian securities laws. This includes compiling relevant evidence and performing detailed trading analysis.Immediate review of Listed Issuer Press Releases to assess materiality, balance and appropriateness in light of relevant exchange rules and securities legislationDecide when it is necessary to halt trading to ensure full & fair dissemination of news.Monitor trading activity to ensure dealer compliance with Universal Market Integrity Rules (UMIR) using real-time surveillance systems as well as analysis of historical activity.Analyze trading patterns to identify breaches of the trading rules, including illegal insider trading.Assist marketplaces with certain market quality issuesProvide assistance in developing new detection tools and responding to evolving trading patterns and exchange facilities.Stay up to date on industry trends through education sessions and industry seminarsKey Skills and Competencies Must-havesPost‑secondary degree5/10 years of trading/compliance experienceStrong expertise in derivatives and comprehensive knowledge of their trading practices.Completion of the Canadian Securities and Trader Training coursesCompletion of the Derivatives Fundamentals course would be an assetNice to HavesIn depth knowledge and understanding of UMIR, and marketplace rulesDeep understanding of the securities industry, and trading practicesFamiliarity with various asset classes (derivatives, fixed income, repos and FX) would be an assetMust Have confidence and experience working with large data sets, using business tools,Thorough understanding of CIRO policies and procedures in order to ensure market integrity of the Canadian marketplaceStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to work under pressureExcellent organizational and analytical skillsKnowledge of Securities LegislationGood understanding of the various departments in CIRO to be able to efficiently source information and adviceAbility to work independently and in a team environmentDetail orientedFamiliarity with market structure issues would be an assetBenefitsCompetitive base salary in alignment with market ($85,000 - $95,000)Performance based bonus *Hybrid work environmentEmployer paid Health Benefits and Spending Account that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs as of day oneDefined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment *Paid flex days and sick days *Vacation daysMaternity Leave Of Absence/Paternity Leave Of Absence top up *Paid continuous learning and continuing development including designationsEqual Opportunity Employer CIRO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). CIRO will provide accommodation to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Should you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources.We are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier‑free recruitment and selection process across Canada. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to providing accommodations upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable human rights and accessibility legislation.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Surveillance Officer - 12 Months Contract
CIRO / OCRI
toronto, toronto
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