JOB DESCRIPTION:

TD Asset Management Inc. is one of Canada’s largest investment management firms offering an ever-expanding suite of investment management solutions.
TDAM’s flexible suite of investment management solutions has been specially designed to meet the needs of institutional investors including pension funds, corporations, endowments, foundations as well as accounts for high net worth and retail investors.
In addition to domestic and global equity, fixed income and alternative products, we also offer cash management, transition management, portable alpha strategies, asset mix rebalancing services and passive currency overlay strategies.
The Investment Performance & Portfolio Oversight (IP&PO) team of TDAM is responsible for investment governance, risk management, compliance monitoring, and performance analytics across traditional and alternative asset classes. The group also manages external manager and unique vendor research, conducts due diligence and sub-advisor oversight, and performs ad hoc risk evaluations

Main responsibilities:

• Support the Global Investment Funds Special Vendor Engagement Oversight program, the Sub-advisor Due Diligence and the Performance teams
• Vendor Engagement support focuses on operational risk analysis of third-party vendors, especially those offering alternative structured products internationally.
• Develop knowledge of global regulatory, compliance environments, and internal third-party risk management tools.
• Coordinate with internal teams (Regulatory Policy and Governance, Product, Compliance, Legal) and external vendors to gather regulatory, compliance, and due diligence information, and resolve issues.
• Learn about legal contracts, cybersecurity, and financial crimes risk management related to vendor due diligence.
• Work with the Sub-advisor Due Diligence and Performance teams by calculating, validating, and testing performance reports and client statements, investigating discrepancies, and preparing reports.
• Engage in personal development, including cross-training within the IP&PO team and pursuing industry certifications.
• Monitor emerging trends and share relevant updates within the group.

Requirements:

• Ideally, 2+ years’ experience in a similar or regulatory or operational risk role
• Solid understanding of the Asset Management / Investment Firms
• Strong communication skills and presence with the ability to speak with impact, influence outcomes, simplify complex topics into actionable recommendations for decision making.
• Ability to analyze and interpret regulatory rules and legal contracts
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and cross-functionally with employees at all levels and develop effective working relationships
• Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to meet or exceed deadlines, prioritize, multi-task, and maintain flexibility in fast-paced, changing environment
• Programming and database management experience will be considered an asset. Skill in SQL and Python considered an asset
• Post-Secondary Degree in Finance, Investments, Economics, Mathematics/Statistics, Law or related field
• Skill in Microsoft Office (advanced excel)

4 days required in the office

WHO WE ARE:

TD is one of the world’s leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to the Bank, those we serve, and the economies we support. We are guided by our vision to Be the Better Bank and our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues.
TD is deeply committed to being a leader in customer experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are customer facing. As we build our business and deliver on our strategy, we are innovating to enhance the customer experience and build capabilities to shape the future of banking. Whether you’ve got years of banking experience or are just starting your career in financial services, we can help you realize your potential. Through regular leadership and development conversations to mentorship and training programs, we’re here to support you towards your goals. As an organization, we keep growing – and so will you.

• Support the Global Investment Funds Special Vendor Engagement Oversight program, the Sub-advisor Due Diligence and the Performance teams
• Vendor Engagement support focuses on operational risk analysis of third-party vendors, especially those offering alternative structured products internationally.
• Develop knowledge of global regulatory, compliance environments, and internal third-party risk management tools.
• Coordinate with internal teams (Regulatory Policy and Governance, Product, Compliance, Legal) and external vendors to gather regulatory, compliance, and due diligence information, and resolve issues.
• Learn about legal contracts, cybersecurity, and financial crimes risk management related to vendor due diligence.
• Work with the Sub-advisor Due Diligence and Performance teams by calculating, validating, and testing performance reports and client statements, investigating discrepancies, and preparing reports.
• Engage in personal development, including cross-training within the IP&PO team and pursuing industry certifications.
• Monitor emerging trends and share relevant updates within the group