We have a lot to be proud of at Nicola Wealth. Our sophisticated financial planning, our diversified private investment funds and their exceptional performance, our 98% client retention rate and our award-winning culture, combine to position us as a national leader in wealth management. Recognized as a Best Managed Company and one of Canada’s Top Employers, we are dedicated to upholding our firm’s values through this phase of significant growth.
By bringing together smart, dedicated and supportive colleagues from diverse backgrounds, we deliver extraordinary client service in a values-driven work environment. The collaboration, creativity and entrepreneurial spirit we were founded on provides the opportunity for you to make a real impact and build a rewarding career. We are passionate about our business, our culture and investing deeply in your growth and development to build for the future. If you have this same drive, then let’s talk!
The Senior Manager, Compliance Operations & Interim Privacy Officer provides leadership in the oversight and execution of the firm’s compliance operations and privacy program. As the designated Privacy Officer, on an interim basis, this role coordinates corporate activities with privacy implications and monitors services and systems to ensure meaningful privacy practices. The role also supports and advances a strong firm-wide culture of compliance through practical program delivery, operational rigor, and continuous improvement.
Core Responsibilities:- Ongoing oversight and delivery of the firm’s privacy program, ensuring privacy policies and procedures remain current and compliant with evolving privacy laws and regulatory expectations.
- Proactively monitor legislative developments, assess organizational impacts, and drive implementation of policy and process updates to mitigate privacy and regulatory risk.
- Ensure firm-wide adherence to privacy legislation and relevant securities regulations, reinforcing accountability and a culture of compliance.
- Serve as a privacy advisor for clients and employees, including managing requests and disputes related to personal information.
- Responsible for the design and delivery of in-house privacy and compliance education across the firm, driving strong completion and engagement.
- Oversee day-to-day compliance operational activities, including delivery of compliance initiatives, process enhancements, and timely regulatory reporting.
- Support the development and continuous improvement of enterprise-wide risk management policies and procedures; conduct internal assessments to identify gaps and strengthen controls.
- Identify and implement opportunities to streamline compliance workflows, enhance operational efficiency, and reduce risk exposure.
- Partner cross-functionally to embed practical compliance controls into business processes and support consistent adoption of standards.
- Manage the firm’s record retention and destruction policies, ensuring alignment with legal, regulatory, and operational requirements.
- Support licensing, registration, and regulatory examination readiness; provide support during regulatory audits.
- 6+ years of industry experience in compliance, risk management, and/or privacy within a registered Portfolio Manager, Investment Fund Manager, Exempt Market Dealer, or CIRO member firm.
- Undergraduate degree in a related field; industry education/certifications (e.g., CIM, CFA, MBA) are assets.
- Demonstrated experience with compliance policy writing and/or implementation.
- Strong working knowledge of regulators and applicable regimes (e.g., BCSC, OSC, SEC, FINTRAC, and privacy legislation.
- Exposure to areas such as FATCA, CRS, CASL, AODA, AML, KYC, Suitability is an asset.
- Proficiency with MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
- Audit, risk management, and privacy law knowledge.
This position comes with a base salary range of $115,000- $140,000 plus a competitive performance bonus, RRSP contribution and participation in our profit-sharing program. Base salary will be commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications.
At Nicola Wealth, our people grow our business, delight our clients, and live our values every day. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package reflects our appreciation for this commitment. Whether it’s participating in our profit sharing and benefit programs on day one, or the opportunity to participate in our share ownership program, our people are able to go beyond a conventional salary and bonus structure. To learn more about our complete package, visit: www.nicolawealth.com/total-rewards.
This role is a current vacancy within Nicola Wealth.
Please include both a cover letter and resume in support of your application. We are an inclusive, equal opportunity employer. For more information about this and other roles: www.nicolawealth.com/careers.
It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. Should you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process please contact us at [email protected] and we will work with you to meet your needs. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Nicola Wealth policies.
Thank you for your interest in a career with Nicola Wealth!
