AVISO:

At Aviso, we are dedicated to improving the financial well-being of Canadians. As a leading wealth management organization, we are committed to leadership, innovation, partnership, responsibility, and community. Working with talented and energetic professionals who exemplify our values every day, you will quickly notice that our people and dynamic ‘oneaviso’ culture sets us apart. If you are looking for interesting and challenging work, at a company committed to its people, find out more about what Aviso has to offer at www.aviso.ca.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

We’re seeking an experienced Manager, Corporate Sustainability on Aviso’s Corporate Sustainability team for 12 months. This is a unique opportunity to step into an established sustainability program and drive forward critical initiatives during a pivotal time in Aviso’s sustainability journey.
Reporting to the Director, Corporate Sustainability, the Manager, Corporate Sustainability is responsible for maintaining momentum on key sustainability initiatives while supporting the continued development, implementation, and evolution of Aviso’s comprehensive Sustainability Strategy. You will also support the implementation of Aviso’s diversity, equity, Inclusion and belonging (DEIB) strategy and ongoing Truth and Reconciliation efforts. We are early in our journey, and this role offers the opportunity to help shape our programs and make a significant impact across multiple strategic areas including corporate sustainability, DEIB, and Indigenous Reconciliation. The Corporate Sustainability team sits within our Legal and Privacy function.

WHO YOU ARE:

• Service – You consider both internal and external stakeholders and demonstrate intent of understanding and putting the clients’ needs first. You advocate service excellence and work to deliver solutions that meet the needs. You proactively develop strategic partnerships that allow Aviso Wealth to become a trusted advisor and partner
• Execution – You are committed to achieving your goals and to succeed. This includes focusing on “getting things done”, as well as recognizing and taking advantage of opportunities as they arise. You are consistently looking for ways to improve your personal best and see value in continuous improvement. You take accountability for your actions and learn from mistakes
• Collaboration – You work collaboratively with others with the common goal of driving positive results. Making meaningful contributions to your team to achieve organizational goals is a priority. You proactively encourage collaboration, build trust and inclusion, and work to establish effective relationships both inside and outside of the organization

YOUR EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge, skill and expertise normally acquired through a post-secondary degree in a relevant professional discipline (Sustainability, or Business, Finance or Policy Development with a Sustainability focus) or an equivalent combination of education and related experience
• Minimum of five years professional experience in a sustainability-focused role at a reputable organization – experience in a wealth management or financial services organization a plus
• Deep understanding of the ESG and sustainable finance landscape
• Strong familiarity with key ESG concepts and frameworks
• Lived and/or professional experience that has promoted an understanding of the various dimensions of diversity and the different barriers faced by underrepresented communities
• Ability to effectively communicate sustainability needs and concepts
• Ability to diplomatically push the sustainability agenda forward in an organization that has only recently sought to integrate sustainability concepts, is in the early stages of implementing its DEIB strategy and is seeking to thoughtfully advance its Truth and Reconciliation efforts
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; cross-cultural interpersonal skills
• Strong project management skills
• Strong data management skills and specific ability to interpret ESG data
• Strong technical understanding of environmental/climate policies, target setting and measurement
• The ability to work independently on multiple sustainability initiatives simultaneously, but to know when collaboration is necessary to promote organization-wide alignment
• High degree of professionalism – comfort working directly with senior leaders a must
• Fluent communication skills in English are required and bilingual skills in French are an asset

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Aviso is a leading wealth management and investment services provider for the Canadian financial industry, with approximately $145 billion in total assets under administration and management, and over 1,000 employees. We’re building a comprehensive, technology-enabled, client-centric wealth services ecosystem. Our clients include our partners, advisors, and investors. We’re a trusted partner for nearly all credit unions across Canada, in addition to a wide range of portfolio managers, investment dealers, insurance and trust companies, and introducing brokers. Our partners depend on Aviso for specific solutions that give them a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving, highly competitive industry. Our investment dealer and mutual fund dealer and our insurance services support thousands of investment advisors. Our asset manager, NEI Investments, specializes in investing responsibly. Our online brokerage, Qtrade Direct Investing®, empowers self-directed investors, and our fully automated investing service, Qtrade Guided Portfolios®, serves investors who prefer a hands-off approach. Aviso Correspondent Partners provides custodial and carrying broker services to a wide range of firms. We have offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, and Winnipeg. Aviso is backed by the collective strength of our owners: the credit union Centrals, Co-operators/CUMIS, and Desjardins. We’re proud to power businesses that empower investors.
A career with Aviso means being part of a group of talented, energetic professionals who live their values every day, and belonging to an organization dedicated to your success and career development. If you’re looking for interesting and challenging work, at a company committed to its people, apply to join our team.

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