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The Intelligence Analyst is responsible for conducting open-source intelligence (OSINT) investigations to support CIRO’s Enforcement activities. The role goes beyond data collection to interpret and synthesize complex information from diverse sources, identifying patterns, relationships, and key investigative insights that inform case strategy and uncover avenues for further inquiry. The position translates raw data and evidence into clear, actionable intelligence. Working collaboratively with Enforcement teams, the role plays a critical part in advancing investigations by providing analytical judgment, maintaining data integrity, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic, case-driven environment.

Core Responsibilities:

Investigation

• Conduct in-depth investigations of Approved Firms and Approved Persons in response to public complaints (including CIRO Case Assessment), incorporating comprehensive OSINT research.

Access internal and external databases, open sources, and social media to gather, validate, and analyze relevant intelligence.

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  Analysis and Enforcement Support

• Collaborate with Enforcement teams by organizing, interpreting, and presenting data and evidence in support of active cases, including preparing demonstrative exhibits and delivering findings to management and colleagues.

• Using available software tools, collect and analyze complex information, develop visualizations, and prepare clear intelligence reports that identify key findings, trends, gaps, and recommended next steps to support investigative decision-making and enforcement action.

Support enforcement proceedings by attending hearings as a witness when required.

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  Intelligence Function Development

• Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by proposing innovative approaches to intelligence practices, processes, and overall operational effectiveness.

• Identify intelligence gaps, investigative challenges, relationships between information sources, and opportunities to strengthen investigative strategies.

• Develop and maintain data tracking tools (e.g., CRM, Excel spreadsheets, Power BI dashboards), perform data entry and aggregation, and continuously improve workflows and analytical processes to enhance efficiency and investigative outcomes.

• Build and maintain expertise in CIRO systems, data sources, analytical tools (e.g., CRM, Excel, i2, Power BI, OSINT software), and emerging technologies through ongoing professional development and independent learning.

Build effective relationships with regulatory stakeholders and other jurisdictions to support the CIRO's mandate and enhance investigative and intelligence operations

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  Key Skills and Competencies:
  
  Must-haves
  

• Post secondary degree in criminology, finance, business, accounting
• OSINT investigation skills or experience

• 3-5 years of related work experience in the investment industry, working with data.

• High proficiency with full functionality of MS Office Suite

• Competence with data visualization tools such as Microsoft Power BI and i2

• Judgement abilities in assessing relevance, usefulness and importance of information High degree of attention to detail, with a view to providing information that may be used in a contested hearing

• Project management and coordination skills

• Experience with database software and data entry

Excellent collaborative team-based communication skills, both verbal and written

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  Nice to Haves

• Experience in regulatory, law enforcement, accounting, or finance industries.

• A working knowledge of the trading strategies of participants and their clients

• Ability to communicate in both English and French

What we offer:

• Competitive base salary in alignment with market
• Performance based bonus *
• Hybrid work environment
• Employer paid Health Benefits and Spending Account that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs as of day one
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment *
• Paid flex days and sick days *
• Vacation days
• Maternity Leave Of Absence/Paternity Leave Of Absence top up *
• Paid continuous learning and continuing development including designations

• Asterisked offerings are not applicable to contracts

Why the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO):

Our purpose and our impact:

With offices across Canada - from Vancouver to Montreal, our mission is to promote healthy capital markets by regulating fairly and effectively so that investors are protected and confident investing in their futures. As regulators, we understand that we are all investors, and therefore a career with us is a purposeful career: protecting our future.

Culture and Working Environment:

Life at CIRO is purpose and performance- driven. We foster an inclusive culture where teamwork, a forward-thinking attitude, and integrity are at the core of everything we do. This creates an environment where employees thrive, grow, and are empowered to learn and contribute their best.

Joining CIRO means becoming part of a dynamic and transparent organization that values accountability and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of regulatory oversight in the financial industry.

Looking for a career where you can safeguard the integrity of Canadian markets? Join CIRO and be part of the team that secures our financial future.

At CIRO, you’ll be part of an organization driven by Pride in Excellence, a strong Focus on Well‑being, and A Shared Purpose that connects our people to meaningful work. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where you can grow and make an impact. Learn more about what it’s like to build your career at CIRO by exploring our Careers page: https://www.ciro.ca/about-ciro/careers (https://www.ciro.ca/about-ciro/careers)

Our Commitment:

CIRO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). CIRO will provide accommodation to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Should you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process across Canada. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to providing accommodations upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable human rights and accessibility legislation.

Our Recruitment Process:

• This posting reflects an active vacancy on our team
• We use automated (AI) tools to assist with candidate sourcing and communications. Applications are reviewed by our hiring team and hiring decisions are made by people.
• This role has a hiring range of $69,600 - $82,000 with the placement and offered salary being based on knowledge, skills, education/training and experience, as well as external market conditions and internal equity.

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