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Chief Compliance Officer
@ Objectway
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
Nest Wealth Asset Management, part of the Objectway Group, is hiring a full-time Chief Compliance Officer. The CCO will build and oversee the firm's compliance system under NI 31-103 and provincial securities law, lead key compliance functions, and serve as the primary contact for securities regulators. The role requires CCO approval under NI 31-103 and significant Canadian securities compliance experience.
Pay:
$180,000–$200,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Establish and maintain compliance policies and procedures under NI 31-103
- Conduct compliance monitoring, testing and remediation
- Coordinate regulatory filings and act as primary regulator contact
- Perform compliance risk assessments and oversee corrective actions
- Lead KYC, suitability, conflicts and AML compliance functions
Requirements summary:
- Approval as Chief Compliance Officer under NI 31-103
- Significant compliance experience in the Canadian securities industry
- Knowledge of NI 31-103, provincial securities law and CSA guidance
- Experience interacting with Canadian securities regulators
- Strong governance, enterprise risk and internal controls understanding
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-07
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-12
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-12
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Job details
| Seniority | Manager |
| Department | Legal & compliance |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Chief Compliance Officer approval under NI 31-103 |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Generous parental leave, Performance bonus, Home office allowance |
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Objectway
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Full company description
Founded as a software house in 1990 in a garage, by Luigi Marciano, Objectway is a Top-100 global FinTech provider in the Banking, Wealth & Investment Management Software Industry. Our solutions are omni-channel and omni-device to support the digital transformation of banks, wealth and investment management business. Our award-winning suites are the trusted choice of leading wealth and investment firms across the globe - from EMEA to Canada to Central America. In 2017, Objectway won "Best Performance" award by SDA Bocconi and "Best Front Office Solutions" by Wealth Briefing European Awards. Since 2018, our leadership has been recognised by being included in the top 100 ITC Fintech Rankings by IDC Financial Insights. Moreover, in 2019 IBS Intelligence Sales League Table recognised us as #1 Leader in Private Banking Systems. For three consecutive years, 2019, 2020 and 2021 we were crowned as “Best Wealth Management Solution” by Goodacre UK. We have been selected by FinTech Global for the WealthTech100 for four consecutive years, from 2019 to 2022. From offices in Italy, UK, Benelux, Ireland, Germany, Switzerland and UAE Objectway’s 800+ employees support more than 100,000 investment professionals in 10+ countries and 4 continents, who manage more than one trillion euros in assets. For more than 30 years, we have kept our focus on a single vision: constantly innovate, simplify and accelerate the digital transformation, empowering our clients to embrace their future challenges while providing great performance today.
- LinkedIn followers
- 28,276
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 757
- Reported office locations
- Via G.da Procida 24, Milano, MI 20149, IT
- Piazza Albania, 10, ROMA, 00153, IT
- Via Danimarca 4, BRINDISI, 72100, IT
- Via Amedola, Bari, 70126, IT
- 25 Canada Square, Londra, Inghilterra E14 5LQ, GB
- Zandvoortstraat, Mechelen, Fiandre 2800, BE
- London Road, Nantwich, Inghilterra CW5 7JN, GB
- Hagley Road, Birmingham, Inghilterra, GB
- Upper Pembroke Street, Dublino, D02, IE
- Jumeirah Living Marina Gate,, Dubai, AE
- Im Klosterbauhof 3, Ebersberg, 85560, DE
- Business categories
- Wealth Management
- Information Technology
- Apps
- Banking
- Consulting
- Risk Management
- Software
- Enterprise Software
- Asset Management
- FinTech
- Cloud Computing
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Other recorded names
- Objectway
- Specialties
- Wealth and investment management software
- .NET
- System integration
- SOA architecture
- software development
- technology consulting and training on J2EE
- Asset Management
- Digital Solutions
- BpaaS
- Portfolio Management
- Core Banking
- and Cloud
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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- Reported total investment
- 19,593,671
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Founded as a software house in 1990 in a garage, by Luigi Marciano, Objectway is a Top-100 global FinTech provider in the Banking, Wealth & Investment Management Software Industry. Our solutions are omni-channel and omni-device to support the digital transformation of banks, wealth and investment management business. Our award-winning suites are the trusted choice of leading wealth and investment firms across the…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | IT Services and IT Consulting |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Milano, MI |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | Wealth and investment management software.NETSystem integrationSOA architecturesoftware developmenttechnology consulting and training on J2EEAsset ManagementDigital SolutionsBpaaSPortfolio Management |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 4 |
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Who We Are:
Nest Wealth Asset Management is a regulated Portfolio Manager and Canada’s first robo-adviser established in 2014. Our business is focused on personalization, cost-effectiveness and professional oversight while offering an investment service that is built for those who prefer a hands-off approach: a digital solution developed with a well-structured investment plan that supports our client needs with the creation of an appropriate portfolio of low-cost Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs).
In January 2024, Nest Wealth became part of the Objectway Group, combining the strengths of two global fintech leaders to provide innovative solutions spanning the entire wealth and asset management value chain.
The Objectway Group is a future-proof technology player with a well-established track record in the financial services industry with over €120 million of consolidated revenue. The Group is a global Top 100 fintech provider (IDC ranking), whose clients include 250+ leading wealth managers, banks, asset managers, fund managers, insurers and outsourcers in more than 15 countries. With over 800 professionals operating from Italy, UK, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland and Canada, the Group serves clients in 4 continents, supporting approximately 100,000 investment professionals to manage more than €1 trillion in assets.
The Opportunity
The successful candidate will be accountable for establishing, maintaining, and overseeing the firm's compliance system in accordance with National Instrument 31-103 – Registration Requirements, Exemptions and Ongoing Registrant Obligations, applicable provincial securities legislation, and guidance issued by the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA).
The CCO serves as the firm's designated compliance officer and works closely with the Ultimate Designated Person (UDP), executive leadership, and business teams to promote a strong culture of compliance, ethical conduct, and investor protection.
This role provides independent oversight of the firm's regulatory compliance framework while supporting responsible business growth and operational excellence.
How you’ll make an impact:
1. Regulatory Compliance
Serve as the firm's registered Chief Compliance Officer under NI 31-103
Establish and maintain policies and procedures that support compliance with securities legislation
Monitor the effectiveness of the firm's compliance system and recommend enhancements where appropriate
Ensure the firm maintains an effective supervisory framework
Advise senior management regarding regulatory obligations and emerging regulatory developments
Maintain ongoing awareness of changes to Canadian securities laws, CSA guidance, and self-regulatory organization requirements, where applicable
2. Compliance Oversight
Assess whether the firm's policies and procedures remain adequate and effective
Conduct ongoing compliance monitoring and testing
Identify compliance deficiencies and oversee remediation activities
Maintain records supporting the firm's compliance program
Escalate material compliance issues to the UDP, executive management, and the Board, as appropriate
3. Regulatory Reporting
Coordinate regulatory filings and required reporting obligations
Support securities commission compliance reviews and regulatory examinations
Act as the primary compliance contact for securities regulators
Prepare compliance reports for senior management and the Board of Directors
4. Risk Management
Perform periodic compliance risk assessments
Identify emerging regulatory and operational risks
Develop action plans to address identified compliance gaps
Monitor implementation of corrective actions
5. Lead Key Compliance Functions
Know Your Client (KYC)
Know Your Product (KYP), where applicable
Suitability obligations
Conflicts of interest management
Complaint handling
Client disclosure requirements
Recordkeeping requirements
Marketing and communications review
Personal trading policies
Outsourcing oversight
6. AML & Financial Crime
Work closely with the firm's Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Officer (or fulfill both roles where appropriate)
Support compliance with the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA)
Oversee compliance processes relating to client identification, ongoing monitoring, sanctions screening, and suspicious transaction reporting
7. Training & Culture
Develop and deliver compliance training
Promote a culture of integrity and ethical conduct
Provide regulatory guidance to employees and leadership
Ensure employees understand their regulatory responsibilities
8. Governance
Partner with the Ultimate Designated Person (UDP) in overseeing the firm's compliance framework
Present compliance updates to executive leadership and the Board
Support governance committees as required
Provide independent compliance advice regarding new products, strategic initiatives, and business changes
What You’ll Bring to the Team:
Qualified for approval as Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) under NI 31-103
Significant compliance experience within the Canadian securities industry
Strong knowledge of:
National Instrument 31-103
Provincial securities legislation
CSA Staff Notices and guidance
Client Focused Reforms
Compliance systems and supervisory frameworks
Experience interacting with Canadian securities regulators.
Strong understanding of governance, enterprise risk management, and internal controls.
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
High degree of integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment.
It would be GREAT if you had:
Experience working in a high-growth start-up or scale-up environment
Experience using Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint and Salesforce
What you can expect with our interview process:
30 min “get to know you” interview with our talent team
45 min “leadership interview” with decision makers
45 mins CCO interview
Why work for us:
Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits: A competitive total compensation package that includes variable bonus, health and dental benefits, 3 weeks' vacation, 10 days PTO
Learning & Development: $1000 L&D stipend to put towards professional development, Lunch & Learn opportunities, continual companywide workshops
Support for Growing Families: We welcome new additions with a parental leave top-up program
A Connected team: Our social committee knows how to bring the fun! Team bonding game nights, workouts, wellness workshops, cooking classes, and more
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