Continuing Education Specialist

Application Deadline:

02/27/2025

Address:

100 King Street West

Job Family Group:

Audit, Risk & Compliance

The Continuing Education team within BMO LRCP is responsible for tracking and reporting Continuing Education for the assigned legal entities whose registrants are subject to this requirement. Reporting to the Manager, Registrations and Continuing Education, the Continuing Education Specialist will be working in a team environment and responsible for monitoring and tracking Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) Investment Dealer Division requirements, responding to queries, and conducting internal course accreditations in accordance with CIRO-IDD guidelines. Effective communication and collaboration with internal business partners is crucial for this role. 

The successful candidate will: 

• Ideally have 2-4 years of experience dealing with Continuing Education or in a related field and have a strong understanding of CIRO-IDD Rule 2703.
• Ideally have a good understanding of Canadian insurance, Financial Planning and CIRO-MFD (formerly MFDA) CE requirements.
• Will review both written materials and oral presentations/seminars for internal accreditation.
• Develop and maintain a high level of expertise in all regulations, directives and guidance which apply to the group(s) supported.
• Provide input to business/group on emerging risks, regulatory developments and interpretation of regulations.
• Assist management in communicating and implementing changes to applicable regulatory policies and procedures.
• Build effective professional relationships with business/groups.
• Operate effectively within a high stress environment with constantly changing expectations and regulatory & audit scrutiny.
• Exercise judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
• Work independently on a range of complex tasks, which may include unique situations.
• Will be assigned broader work or accountabilities as needed.
• This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 2 days in the Toronto office**
• Qualifications:
• Ideally between 2 – 4 years of relevant experience.
• Understanding of CIRO-IDD Rule 2703.
• Proficiency in MS 365, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, IIROC Services, National Registration Database (NRD).
• Understanding of Canadian insurance, Financial Planning and CIRO-MFD (formerly MFDA) CE requirements is an asset.
• Proficiency in French both spoken and written considered a strong asset.
• Strong knowledge of business operations & procedures, and activities involving documented practices.
• Proficient in communication, critical thinking, relationship management and project management skills.
• Technical proficiency gained through education and/or business experience.
• Verbal & written communication skills – In-depth.
• Collaboration & team skills – In-depth.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills – In-depth.
• Influence skills – In-depth.
• Data driven decision making – In-depth.

Salary:

$60,000.00 – $111,700.00

Pay Type:

Salaried

The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

About Us

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en.

BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.

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