Compliance Specialist
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Build the future with us
Are you eager to contribute to the purpose of a company that aims to help its clients feel confident and secure about their future? As a Compliance Specialist, you will play a key role in providing compliance and operational support as a proactive member of the Compliance Department for iA American Life Insurance Company and its subsidiaries.
This position is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and fully realize your potential within a caring and trustworthy company. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.
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What you’ll accomplish with us
As a Compliance Specialist, you’ll be at the core of our mission. Here are the main responsibilities:
Prepare, maintain, and analyze recurring compliance reports, requests, and monitoring activities, including AML, FinCEN, Privacy, and OFAC reporting, identifying trends, discrepancies, and potential issues for escalation.
Support compliance monitoring, testing, and reporting routines by compiling metrics, maintaining trackers, and contributing to management and leadership reporting.
Support regulatory and DOI inquiries, market conduct examinations, and compliance audits by coordinating responses, gathering documentation, tracking deliverables, and supporting timely completion of requests.
Maintain compliance logs, investigation records, and issue management documentation, including uploading, organizing, and routing incoming requests and materials within appropriate systems and tools.
Support Privacy and SIU program administration, including intake, preliminary review, documentation, tracking of matters, and escalation of complex or sensitive issues as appropriate.
Draft, edit, and maintain compliance documentation, procedures, correspondence, job aids, and training materials in collaboration with Compliance subject matter experts.
Coordinate the collection, organization, version control, retention, and, where applicable, shipment of compliance materials related to audits, examinations, investigations, and regulatory requests.
Support day‑to‑day Compliance operations by facilitating the intake, routing, and distribution of compliance‑related correspondence and materials.
Collaborate with cross‑functional partners, including Legal, Risk, Security, Operations, and business teams, to validate information, provide guidance on compliance items, and support escalation pathways.
Support regional compliance activities, including Cayman and Caribbean compliance, by managing requests, maintaining documentation, coordinating meetings, and monitoring regulatory developments.
Identify opportunities for process improvements related to workflows, documentation, and reporting.
Perform other duties and assist with special projects as assigned to support the Compliance program and evolving regulatory requirements.
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What could accelerate your success in this role
We’re looking for someone who:
· Is known for their high integrity, sound judgement, attention to detail, and commitment to confidentiality.
· Stands out for their ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and collaborate effectively across teams.
· Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information clearly.
· Is recognized for their strong analytical and research skills.
· Has 1-3 years of experience in compliance, risk management, legal or related fields.
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Why you’ll love working with us
· A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence;
· A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed;
· The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces;
· Competitive benefits: Flexible Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) + company match, PTO Plan, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, and much more!
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Apply now and get ahead of your career, where your talent really belongs!
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Still unsure about applying?
At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply – your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you!
Location(s)Waco / 425 Austin AveOther Possible Location(s)CompanyIA American Life Insurance CompanyPosting End Date2026-07-31Company Overview
iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.
With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.
At iA, we’re invested in you.
* iA Financial group includes of the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionAt iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.
Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please Contact us here. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you with your needs.
Skills Required
- High integrity, sound judgement, attention to detail, and commitment to confidentiality
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and collaborate across teams
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to synthesize complex information clearly
- Strong analytical and research skills
- 1-3 years of experience in compliance, risk management, legal, or related fields
What We Do
iA Financial Group is one of the largest insurance and wealth management groups in Canada, with operations in the United States. Founded in 1892, it is an important Canadian public company and is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker symbols IAG (common shares) and IAF (preferred shares).
