Operations Analyst (Contract)

TMX Group • Toronto, ON

1d • CA$32 - CA$34 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Operations Analyst is a pivotal and high-impact role centering on managing the operational lifecycle of all mandatory corporate action processing (such as Distributions, Name Changes, Mergers, and Stock Splits). Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Actions Processing, this role functions as an essential informational connector across Canadian Capital Markets Infrastructure. Requires technical expertise in prioritizing timely corporate action payments to CDS Participants while cultivating strong, professional relationships with external business contacts and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

• 2+ years of relevant experience in financial services, capital markets, or post-trade operations.
• Post-secondary degree in Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Sound understanding of the Canadian Securities Industry across Equities and Fixed Income.
• Intermediate to expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace.
• Demonstrated ability to manage high-priority transactions under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment, backed by analytical/accounting capability to determine entitlement payments.
• Strong communication skills to guide legal counsel and external financial entities through operational requirements and financial concepts.

Nice To Haves

• Direct, hands-on experience with Canadian Depository for Securities (CDS) Corporate Action processing.
• Completion of the Canadian Securities Course (CSC).
• Bilingualism in French and English (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Analyze corporate action event terms, options, tax implications, and legal requirements to establish operational frameworks.
• Identify, log, and proactively monitor critical dates (expiries, payment dates) to ensure zero missed deadlines.
• Oversee end-to-end execution of mandatory corporate actions while maintaining system integrity.
• Balance payments against proceeds and authorize final participant payouts.
• Execute mandatory corporate action workflows across internal systems and external platforms.
• Identify workflow optimization opportunities and leverage technology to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Evaluate exceptional corporate action requests, determining and logging applicable fees accurately.
• Partner with Transfer Agents, Paying Agents, DTC, and Legal Counsel to validate payment details, resolve discrepancies, and guide partners through operational requirements.
• Adhere to escalation protocols for timely risk identification and documentation.
• Continually evaluate procedural frameworks and internal controls to optimize operational standards and uphold customer consideration.

Benefits

• Excitement - Explore emerging technology and innovation, as well as ventures and digital finance that shape the future of global markets!
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree