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Compliance SpecialistMeridian • St Catharines, ON L2SW3, CAN
Compliance Specialist

Compliance Specialist

Meridian • St Catharines, ON L2SW3, CAN
9 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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About this opportunity

At Meridian our aspiration is to integrate our purpose into everything we do for people, the planet, and communities. We believe that our greatest opportunity is to create opportunity and meet people where they are.

We are looking for a detail-oriented Regulatory Compliance Specialist to support our Regulatory Compliance program and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. This role involves administering regulatory compliance management (“RCM”) system (“Resolver”), monitoring for regulatory changes, conducting reviews, and collaborating with business partners to embed compliance into daily operations. Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years of experience in regulatory compliance or a related field, strong analytical skills, and a passion for maintaining high standards of integrity.

Key Responsibilities :

Compliance Program Support

  • Support and maintain a risk-based regulatory compliance framework aligned with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Draft, review, and update Compliance-related policies and procedures as required.
  • Monitor new and changing regulatory requirements, analyze impacts, and communicate updates to business partners.
  • Assist the business in implementing new and changed regulatory requirements.

Monitoring & Issue Management

  • Administer the RCM program in Resolver, including the : input of new or updated regulatory requirements, management 1st line of defense self-assessments and provision of effective challenge on controls; and explanations of compliance submitted by the business to demonstrate compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Conduct 2nd line of defense compliance reviews, manage expectations with business partners, document findings, and publish reports.
  • Track, escalate, and assist with resolution of compliance issues, ensuring timely and accurate corrective actions.
  • Maintain accurate RCM records and reporting within Resolver.
  • Advisory, Training & Collaboration

  • Provide interpretation on regulatory topics such as FSRA guidance, and privacy.
  • Collaborate on the creation and issuance of privacy and other regulatory-related training and awareness materials.
  • Assist with privacy-related matters, including incident management and legislative monitoring.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to embed compliance requirements into business processes.
  • Provide ongoing collaboration and support to Compliance team on projects, tasks and initiatives as needed.
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

  • Experience : 3–5 years in regulatory compliance, risk management, or related discipline.
  • Technical Skills : Familiarity with compliance management systems (e.g., Resolver), regulatory frameworks, and risk-based monitoring. Ability to interpret, understand, and react quickly to large volume of regulatory information to help determine and assess their impact on the business and products.
  • Education : Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Knowledge : Strong understanding of financial services regulations, privacy legislation, and compliance best practices.
  • Must be able assess and react quickly to volume of regulatory change to help determine and assess their impact on the business and products.
  • This role represents an existing vacancy. Internal candidates are being considered as part of our standard process.

    Salary Range : CAD $ 59,800.00  to  $89,800.00   annually.

    Compensation for this role is based on a combination of skills, experience, and internal equity. Candidates with stronger alignment to the role’s requirements may be placed higher within the range. Your recruiter will share more information about our total rewards package during the hiring process.

    Office Location :  Toronto Corporate Office located at 3280 Bloor St W, Etobicoke, ONorSt. Catharines Corporate Office, located at 75 Corporate Park Drive, St. Catharines, ON.

    Meridian has a remote work policy that allows flexibility for employees to work remotely but also requires regular time in the office for purposeful meetings to collaborate, innovate and build effective relationships with your team, your colleagues and your leader which is very important to us.

    What's in it for you?

  • We have an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success
  • We provide you with the tools and technology needed to delight your candidates and clients
  • You'll get to work with and learn from diverse industry leaders
  • Hybrid work arrangements with in-person office time to collaborate, innovate and build relationships with your colleagues
  • This isn't your typical "corporate" job. We work hard and we have fun!
  • Build the Future of Banking with Us

    At Meridian, we’re not just adapting to the future—we’re shaping it. We see talent as a catalyst for   sustainable growth ,   community impact , and   future-readiness . As the financial landscape evolves, we’re looking for team members who bring :

  • Embedding & leveraging technology  – Confidence and willingness to learn and integrate AI and emerging technologies into new ways of working.  Experience with low / no code tools like the Microsoft Power Platform and generative AI productivity tools like Microsoft Copilot is considered an asset
  • Critical Thinking  – The ability to analyze, evaluate and interpret information from various sources and apply logic and problem solving to make decisions.
  • Data Driven – Leverage data and insights to identify, prioritize and improve member experience and business efficiency.
  • Curiosity & Flexibility  – Comfortable navigating and embracing change and uncertainty, ask more questions, explore more options. Continuously learn and grow.
  • Who we are :

    Meridian is Ontario’s largest credit union, and second largest in Canada, helping to grow the lives of our more than 380,000 Members. Meridian has more than 80 years of banking history and is 100% owned by its members. With 87 retail branches and 15 Business Banking Centers across Ontario and $ 32B in assets under management, Meridian offers a full range of financial products and services to its retail, business banking and wealth members. With over 2200 employees and corporate offices located in Toronto and St. Catharines, Meridian has a track record of creating and delivering innovative new offerings and is committed to investing in the communities that we serve.  Our plan is to build on our momentum as we deliver on our purpose - helping our members achieve their best life.

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