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Wealthsimple, Canada's leading financial innovator serving 4+ million Canadians with $155B+ in assets under administration, is seeking an Associate in Physical Security to join its Corporate Physical Security and Protective Services team within the Regulatory division.
Reporting to the Senior Manager of Corporate Physical Security & Protective Services, you will be the primary point of contact for security operations at the Toronto headquarters. This role is central to day-to-day office safety and security culture building.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as first point of contact for all security matters: visitor management, temporary badging, and employee/visitor concerns
- Lead the security awareness program, creating and delivering training on badging, visitor management, and emergency procedures
- Respond to and investigate security incidents (access violations, thefts, disturbances) with appropriate escalation of sensitive matters
- Coordinate daily with on-site security guards on coverage, post order compliance, and shift handovers
- Manage access control and video management systems (badge issuance, deactivations, anomaly flagging)
- Support emergency preparedness initiatives including floor warden coordination, drills, and tabletop exercises
- Draft security policies, procedures, and event risk assessments
- Assist with executive protection and travel security logistics as needed
- Document all incidents and maintain clear, concise incident reports
This is a 5-day/week in-office role with no remote work eligibility.
Requirements:
- 2+ years of experience in physical security, risk assessment, emergency response, customer-facing communications, or related field
- Post-secondary education in security management, risk management, criminal justice, communications, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)
- Demonstrated ability to de-escalate tense situations with composure and discretion
- Strong written communication skills for incident reports, procedures, and advisories
- Sound judgment in prioritization and escalation; ability to manage multiple priorities
Nice to Have:
- Experience in fintech or financial services
- Hands-on experience with Genetec or Jira platforms
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification
- PSP or CPP designation from ASIS, or progress toward one
- Interest in growing into executive protection or intelligence analysis
