Compliance Specialist - Insurance Services

We are growing and looking to add a Compliance Specialist to our team

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This position is based in our Head Office in Edmonton, AB.  All candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

Trans Global Insurance Group (TGI) includes a Property and Casualty coverage company and a Life Insurance Company. TGI was founded nearly 25 years ago with the aim of providing Canadians with simple and straightforward coverage that provides security and peace of mind. Since that time, TGI has grown to serve Canadians from coast to coast with a variety of affordable and effective insurance products.

TGI offers a variety of insurance products, including an industry-leading Credit Insurance program. We work with several national companies in retail, banking, financing, automotive and fintech to provide customers with the assurance that when the unexpected happens, they will know that their payments will be made.  We’re proud to provide a no-hassle claims process and we’re committed to providing industry-leading value-based products and exceptional customer service.

Distributor Compliance Oversight

• Perform audits and compliance program reviews of licensed insurance intermediaries and Restricted Insurance Agents (RIAs).
• Assist Intermediaries and RIAs to identify gaps in their compliance program and assist them in remediating and closing identified deficiencies.
• For any Intermediary or RIA under follow-up monitoring, ensure additional supervisory procedures are being executed and report any exceptions to the Senior Manager, Compliance.
• Assist in reviewing and providing guidance on compliance activities for licensed insurance intermediaries and Restricted Insurance Agents (RIAs).
• Conduct compliance training programs for licensed insurance intermediaries and distributors.

     Providing ongoing support and maintenance of our internal Compliance program

• Support in the implementation of the Company’s Compliance Program·
• Supports the reporting and administration of the Regulatory Compliance Management Program (RCM) ·

• Participate and support the Senior Manager, Compliance for regulatory and internal reporting.
• Continually assesses current processes and recommend appropriate enhancements to improve or adapt to changing business or regulatory requirements.

• Independently monitor and assess the effectiveness of business compliance controls.

     Regulatory Change Management

• Assists the Senior Manager, Compliance in monitoring relevant laws, regulatory guidelines, and industry best practices.

• Analyze new and pending laws, regulations, and industry commitments and provide recommendations and assistance in developing policies, procedures, training, and communications to ensure compliance.

• Develop analysis of known and emerging compliance risks and opportunities in order to contribute to effective strategy development and assist in targeting and prioritizing the company’s business and operations.

• Completion of a university degree in business administration, law or other related area or the equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience.
• 3-5 years of work experience in the life insurance/financial services industry.
• 1-3 years of work experience in regulatory compliance, legal, risk management or audit.
• Excellent analytical skills to identify gaps in compliance programs and recommend effective remediation strategies. Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Critical thinker, able to identify and provide recommendations to resolve compliance questions and improve business practices promptly and effectively.
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills that illustrate the importance of compliance and how best to achieve it in accordance with the business objectives.

• A flexible and comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental and Paramedical Services for you and your family
• Competitive remuneration package that will commensurate with experience
• Career progression potential with plenty of access to ongoing personal and professional development
• Employee discounts
• A dynamic environment to showcase your leadership talents.

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If you’d like to apply for this role, please contact our recruitment team at careers@thebrick.com

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Trans Global is committed to fair and accessible employment practices and will accommodate people with disabilities throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the process, please let the hiring manager know or reach out to hrhires@thebrick.com