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Venture outside the ordinary - TMX Careers

The TMX group of companies includes leading global exchanges such as the Toronto Stock Exchange, Montreal Exchange, and numerous innovative organizations enhancing capital markets. United as a global team, we’re connecting cross-functionally, traversing industries and geographies, moving opportunity into action, advancing global economic growth, and propelling progress. Through a rich exchange of ideas, meaningful collaboration, and a nimble operating model, we're powering some of the nation's most critical systems, fueling capital formation and innovation, bringing increased opportunity to business visionaries, product ingenuity to consumers, and career exploration to our team.

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Reporting to the Director in the Listings department of TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV), as a client-facing representative of TSXV’s Listed Issuer Services Department. TSXV is part of TMX Group’s Capital Formation division, which is comprised of its equity listing business, and also includes Toronto Stock Exchange. TSXV is a public venture capital marketplace for emerging companies across a diverse mix of industry sectors including industrial, natural resources, life sciences, technology and financial services. TSXV is Canada’s premier junior listings market, providing companies at the early stages of growth with the opportunity to raise capital and for investors to invest in and trade those issuers’ securities. This role is key for the independent review and analysis of listing notifications and submissions pertaining to various transactions of Exchange-listed issuers.

This role reports to: Director, Listings

This role is hybrid (2 - 3 days in the office/week) - based in Vancouver, BC.

Key Accountabilities:

• Review applications and/or proposals made by listed issuers, approve transactions and/or further actions where appropriate; communicate decisions to listed issuers’ management and/or their advisors, including auditors and legal counsel

• Prepare written memos and oral presentations outlining a summary of an applicant’s submissions, issues and waiver requests, providing analysis and recommendations for consideration by the TSX Venture Exchange’s Executive Listings Committee

• Review legal opinions and corporate records for compliance with professional standards and TSX Venture Exchange requirements

• While maintaining a pro-business and solutions oriented approach, ensure that issuers transact business within the rules and policies, and continuing eligibility for listing on TSX Venture Exchange

• Identify potential compliance concerns and liaise with the Exchange’s Compliance and Disclosure staff on issues relevant to both Listed Issuer Services and Compliance and Disclosure

• Provide guidance on legal and/or TSX Venture Exchange policy matters to internal stakeholders, the public, and to listed companies and their advisors

• Participate on special project teams to advance enterprise objectives and improve business processes

• Ensure accurate billing of fees and the timely collection of fees on assigned submissions

• Carry out special assignments and/or public speaking engagements and participate in Exchange workshops as required within the Listed Issuer Services group

• Participate as an instructor in the TMX Learning Academy and being part of relationship management activities with lawyers, investment banking professionals, management of listed companies, and other capital market stakeholders
  

Must Have(s):

• Professional designation (LLB) including securities law expertise

• Excellent analytical and communication skills

• The ability to work independently within time constraints is essential

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Salesforce and Google for work suite is an asset

• 5+ years of experience, expertise and technical skills including significant understanding of the Capital Markets industry

• A strong reputation with stakeholders and peers

Nice to Have(s):

• Understanding of the public venture capital marketplace in relation to junior companies

• Experience with TSX Venture Exchange’s Listed Issuer Corporate Finance Manual, the Securities Act and the Business Corporations Act

• Familiarity with the TSX and TSX Venture trading rules, including clearing and settlement procedures

• Completion of the Canadian Securities Course and other industry related courses

• Familiarity with Google Gemini and experience adopting AI solutions to assist with efficiency on daily job tasks

Salary Range: 130,000/year - 150,000/year CAD

Please note that the Salary Range included is a guideline only. The salary offered may vary based on factors, including, but not limited to, the successful candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.

In the market for…

Excitement - Explore emerging technology and innovation, as well as ventures and digital finance that shape the future of global markets! Experience the movement of the market while grounded in the stability of close to 200 years of success.

Connection - With site hubs in some of the world’s most multicultural cities, we leverage our size and structure to create rich connections and belonging while experiencing powerful global impact through our work.

Impact - More than a platform, we use our talents to power mission-critical systems that drive global economic advancement, innovation, and growth. As well, our employee-led Team Impact spreads social good via our giving strategy.

Wellness - From empathetic leadership to a culture of flexibility and balance, we believe wellness at work creates the maximum yield and a stronger “we”. Plus, with a cloud-first and hybrid workstyle, as well as generous time-off and leaves, we support a life well lived!

Growth - From a growth mindset in our work, to expansion in our business, TMX is home to action-takers energized by the achievement of ambitious growth.

Ready to enrich your career with impactful work, leaders who truly care, and the flexibility and programs to help you thrive as part of #TeamTMX ? Apply now.

Please note that our company is not currently sponsoring work permit applications and the applicant must be authorized to work in the country where this position is located.

TMX is committed to creating and sustaining a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect and one which reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. We provide accommodations for applicants and employees who require it .