Job Description

We invest globally and act locally for a sustainable impact in communities
As a global real estate industry leader, our mission is to generate long-term value for our 6 million depositors in Quebec and to have a positive environmental and social impact on both the people who work for us and the businesses that call our properties home. We develop and invest in real estate assets and projects that help enhance the urban fabric of communities in the midst of renewal, and create lifestyles in tune with the changing needs of the occupants of today and tomorrow. Our vision: to invest in a way that maximizes value and sustainability as we bring human-scale developments to the world.

Ivanho\xc3\xa9 Cambridge is:

• A real estate subsidiary of Caisse de d\xc3\xa9p\xc3\xb4t et placement du Qu\xc3\xa9bec, a global investment group (cdpq.com)
• C$77 billion in assets in the office, retail, industrial, logistics and residential markets
• Strategic investments in a worldwide portfolio over 1,500 properties strong
• A diversified, multitalented team committed to creating spaces that bring people together to live, work and play
• Office environments designed to foster collaboration and creativity, rooted in a flexible, technology-enabled experience

Digitally connected, sustainable and state-of-the-art: A workspace that meets your expectations

• New work spaces that make teamwork easier than ever and spark creativity at every turn
• The flexibility and technological tools you need to take your performance to new heights
• A barista, snacks and special theme meals, employee lounges and outdoor patios, complete with therapeutic lights to keep you at the top of your game
• Tuition and professional development fees reimbursed to empower your career advancement
• Time to devote to charitable endeavours so you can leave your personal mark on the communities where we work and invest
• A stimulating, supportive and inclusive environment where your health, safety and well-being are our top priorities

Unlock your potential working with a dynamic team:

In this role, you would support the Chief Ethics and Compliance Office in implementing and overseeing Ivanho\xc3\xa9 Cambridge\'s compliance and financial crime prevention program across all offices of the company in Canada and abroad. You will assist various stakeholders in interpreting and applying the program, including its policies, guidelines, and procedures. You will regularly provide advisory support to business units and stakeholders within the company.

Main Responsibilities:

Conduct due diligence on investment partners in the real estate sector, as well as suppliers and other contractors of the company;

Draft and ensure regular updates to corporate compliance policies and guidelines under the responsibility of the Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer, particularly regarding due diligence on business partners, governance, and financial crime prevention;

Regularly provide legal advice and support on the application and interpretation of policies and various frameworks related to financial crime;

Support the Ethics and Compliance team in both technical compliance expertise and organizing priorities, offering recommendations to facilitate decision-making;

Establish and monitor surveillance and control measures for implementing various frameworks across all business offices of the company;

Monitor compliance requirements that may affect the company, both in Canada and internationally, analyze their impact, propose necessary adjustments, and communicate them to various stakeholders;

Identify and implement risk mitigation measures related to compliance and financial crime;

Provide training, support measures, and information dissemination on best compliance practices to business units;

Act as a subject matter expert in various business unit initiatives;

Collaborate regularly with colleagues from CDPQ (Caisse de d\xc3\xa9p\xc3\xb4t et placement du Qu\xc3\xa9bec) to establish a coordinated approach to financial crime prevention and share best practices;

Conduct compliance audits, including sampling, and perform risk assessments as needed.

The key to success

Member of the Quebec Bar or a member of the Bar of another relevant jurisdiction;

7 years of relevant experience in compliance, law, or another relevant area of expertise;

Excellent knowledge of, or a marked interest in, practices and principles applicable to ethics and compliance;

Knowledge of personal information protection, an asset;

Ability to work with stakeholders at all levels of the Company and maintain good professional relationships with members of business units and management;

Strong writing skills in both French and English - bilingualism essential, along with solid communication and simplification skills. Oral and/or written interactions with external partners based outside Quebec (service providers, law firms, peers, bankers, brokerage firms, credit analysis firms, credit agencies, etc.);

Excellent judgment, analytical thinking, curiosity, autonomy, and ability to handle pressure;

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage priorities;

Rigor and attention to detail.

Being flexible on the number of years of practice in the field, we will consider applications with fewer years of experience and adapt the level of the position accordingly.

You\xe2\x80\x99re in the right place!

Our people are the heart of our organization. Come be part of our team and enjoy the perks of a flexible schedule, remote work arrangements, and flex days in addition to annual vacation leave \xe2\x80\x94 all to help you balance your personal and work obligations, have time to get involved in your community and maintain a healthy lifestyle. You will also be entitled to a comprehensive array of healthcare benefits and take advantage of a myriad of opportunities to grow and learn.

Diversity, equity and inclusion: Our main priorities
At Ivanho\xc3\xa9 Cambridge, we are proud to champion the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion \xe2\x80\x94 which can be seen and felt in everything we do and everything we strive for. As a leading player in the global real estate ecosystem, we are committed to harnessing opportunities to create inclusive, community-centric spaces and forge a just, forward-looking future where our industry and our talent are supported and nurtured.

We firmly believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are the forces propelling innovation. In order to ensure we can have a positive impact on the communities where we live and work and where our investments are based, we are dedicated to creating a stimulating environment where everyone can aspire to and achieve excellence. Ask us about any accommodations you might require to ensure the recruiting process is a fair and equitable process for all. Note that any such accommodations will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

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