Associate, Trade Operations

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One of Canadas Most Trusted Investment Brands.

AtPicton Mahoney Asset Management (PICTON Investments) being alternative isnt just what we do its who we are.

Founded by industry pioneer David Picton weve spent 20 years challenging conventional wisdom and redefining the investing landscape. As one of Canadas most trusted investment brands we are proudly independent privately run 100% employee-owned and deeply committed to delivering results for our clients.

Thinking Alternatively is in Our DNA.

With a team of 207 bold thinkers one-third dedicated solely to investment management we are specialists not generalists. Managing $17.4 billion (as of March 31st 2026) for institutional and retail clients we navigate markets with conviction resilience and a forward-thinking approach.

Were more than investors were innovators. We challenge traditional investment mindsets constantly pushing the boundaries to achieve our mission: To bring greater certainty to investors.

Our success is built on four guiding principles:

• Treat investors money like our own.
• Redefine the way investors invest.
• Be human always approachable.
• Succeed together one investment at a time.

These arent just words. They define how we think how we invest and how we work.

Now were entering our next chapter. Were transforming our brand and reshaping the way the world invests. If you think alternatively embrace an entrepreneurial spirit and thrive in a dynamic bureaucracy-free environment join us and be part of whats next.

Thriving in Our Entrepreneurial Culture

AtPICTON Investments youll thrive in our creative and dynamic workplace where collaboration and support are at the core of everything we do. At our firm youll have the opportunity to take on significant responsibilities work in a flexible environment and tackle challenging projects from the onset. Our culture is designed for ambitious professionals who want to make an immediate impact while continuing to push boundaries and achieve our greater mission. Youll be empowered with a high level of responsibility trust and flexibility providing an exciting and creative space for you to help reshape how the world views alternative investments. With competitive total rewards performance-based bonuses and a clear path for career growth youll have everything you need to develop both now and over the longer term.

The Opportunity

At PICTON Investments we believe that success is built on a foundation of purpose performance and partnership. Were currently looking for a motivated and detail-orientedAssociate Trade Operations who takes ownership of their work thrives in a dynamic environment and is ready to grow with a firm that dares to do things differently.

As a key member of our Operations team youll play an essential role in supporting the timely and accurate execution of trading activities across multiple asset classes. Youll work closely with internal trading teams and external service providers to ensure precision in trade settlement and position integrity.

The expected annual base salary for this role is $60000$75000 with the final number depending on your experience skills education and team budget. On top of that youll be eligible for our discretionary bonus program.

At PICTON Investments being employee-owned means we take care of our team and offer opportunities for top performers to participate in our equity ownership program over time. Eligible employees get access to a full benefits package including profit sharing health and wellness coverage life and disability insurance paid time off and holidays learning and development programs and more many of which are fully covered or subsidized by us.

Youll have the opportunity to learn and lead:

• Own the daily asset reconciliation processreview investigate and resolve discrepancies to ensure consistency and completeness across internal and external records.
• Set up and maintain accurate security data in our trade order management system demonstrating a commitment to precision and integrity.
• Validate and review equity fixed income and derivative trade orders ensuring every trade is reflected accurately through confirmation with brokers.
• Match trades using platforms as DTCC Central Trade Matching (CTM) or other clearing systems
• Monitor failed trades and resolve settlement breaks
• Coordinate and provide trade settlement instructions to fund administrators custodians and prime brokers with discipline and care.
• Liaise with key external partners including executing brokers custodians and prime brokers building trusted collaborative relationships.
• Support the proxy voting and class action processes ensuring client interests are represented and protected.
• Contribute to ad hoc projects with a mindset of continuous improvement and performance excellence.

What were looking for

• Post-secondary education in business finance or a related discipline.
• 3-6 years of relevant experience ideally within asset management prime brokerage or financial services.
• A mindset of fearlessnessyou question assumptions challenge the status quo and embrace change to drive progress.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel Word) with experience using Bloomberg Charles River Investment Management Systems (CRIMS) Central Trade Matching platform (CTM) or similar financial systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with a genuine commitment to client service and professional integrity.
• A desire to stay current with industry trends and regulatory changes continually expanding your knowledge base.
• A collaborative spirit eager to win as one team bringing your unique voice while embracing the diverse perspectives of others.

Our Commitment to Employees

AtPICTON Investments we take pride in enhancing our employees experiences through a comprehensive suite of exceptional perks and programs. Our benefits include corporate fitness reimbursement and discounts VersaFi memberships (formerly Women in Capital Markets) PICTON Investment Counseling and portfolio management services volunteer and charitable donation matching maternity and parental leave top-up recognition awards semi-annual performance bonuses a generous annual vacation entitlement (minimum of 15 days per year) training and development reimbursement extensive health and dental benefits a healthcare spending account and more.

These offerings are designed to support your career growth well-being and overall success. Join us and thrive in an environment that values and invests in you!

PICTON Investmentsis committed to providing an equitable and fair work environment for everyone and all hiring and other personnel actions will be taken without regard to race colour creed religion sex disability gender identity gender expression family status age language or national origin. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse experiences globally. Canadian experience is not required. If you require an accommodation at any point in time throughout the application and hiring process please contact Human Resources at or at.

PICTON Investmentsdoes not accept unsolicited resumes emails calls or any other form of communication from third-party recruitment agencies. Any unsolicited outreach including commercial electronic messages will neither be acknowledged nor considered.

Please note: We use AI-assisted tools to support parts of our recruitment process including summarizing interview notes and aligning candidate profiles with job requirements. All decisions are made by our hiring team.

Required Experience:

Manager