[Hiring] Associate, Corporate Account Operations @Wealthsimple Technologies

Role Description

Reporting to the Manager, Non-Personal Account Operations, you will be a core member of the team responsible for the operational execution of corporate and non-personal account onboarding:

  • Reviewing KYB/KYC information, verifying documentation, and updating systems so accounts are ready to use and easy to service.
  • Work closely with other team members and your Manager to complete assigned work accurately and on time.
  • Proactively suggest next steps and surface issues or risks when something doesn’t look right.
  • Deepen your expertise in entity onboarding and become a go-to person within the team for corporate account processes.

In this role, you’ll:

  • Execute corporate & entity onboarding and maintenance:
    • Process day-to-day onboarding requests for corporate and other non-personal entities.
    • Review KYB/KYC information, beneficial ownership details, and corporate documentation with a high level of accuracy.
    • Complete assigned corporate account opening, updates, and maintenance tasks across our systems.
    • Follow established SOPs, checklists, and runbooks for corporate onboarding and maintenance.
    • Support more complex scenarios by gathering the right information and partnering with Senior Associates or your Manager.
  • Deliver accurate, reliable, and compliant operations:
    • Perform error-free and on-time tasks and analysis with appropriate support from the team.
    • Use operational tools to track work and monitor progress against SLAs.
    • Maintain strong awareness of CIRO and FINTRAC expectations for non-personal entity onboarding.
  • Support process improvement and documentation:
    • Work with your team members and Manager to suggest and develop actionable improvements.
    • Help maintain and refine SOPs and internal documentation.
    • Participate in small projects and experiments to streamline operations.
  • Collaborate, communicate, and grow:
    • Work closely with teammates in Registered & Complex Accounts, CXO, BDR, Funding/Internal Transfers, AML, and Compliance.
    • Engage effectively with others by listening actively and building strong relationships.
    • Take an active role in onboarding and supporting newer team members.
    • Take ownership of your professional development by setting up PD chats with your Manager.

Qualifications

  • 1-3 years of experience in operations, back-office functions within financial services.
  • A minimum of 1 year experience working with corporate, trust, or other non-personal entity accounts in a CIRO-regulated dealer or similar environment.
  • Familiarity with Canadian regulatory frameworks and documentation requirements related to onboarding non-personal entities.

Requirements

  • Curiosity to improve day-to-day issues and offer solutions.
  • Attention to detail and analytical rigor.
  • Ability to prioritize and take ownership of tasks.
  • Clear, structured communication skills.
  • Positive team mindset and professionalism.

Benefits

  • Top-tier health benefits and life insurance.
  • Long-term group savings with employer match, through Wealthsimple for Business.
  • 20 vacation days, 4 wellness days, and unlimited sick and mental health days per year.
  • 90 days away: work outside Canada for up to 90 days per year.
  • Employee resource groups, including Rainbow (2SLGBTQ), Women of WS, and Black at WS.
  • Hybrid team with over 1,500 employees across North America.
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