Senior Manager, Fiu Governance and Business Management

3 weeks ago


Mississauga, Canada Scotiabank Full time

Requisition ID: 206296

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Leads and oversees the execution of business strategies, plans, and initiatives in compliance with governing regulations, the AML Program, and internal policies/procedures. Leads assessment and change management of strategic initiatives and employee engagement activities.

Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:

  • Leads and drives a Client-focused culture throughout his/her team to deepen Client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems, and knowledge.
  • Understands enterprise-wide financial, regulatory, reputational, sanctions, and legal risks, and provides oversight and governance in all relevant business lines.
  • Drives aspects of regulatory management and exam readiness, as well as issues management.
  • Collaborates (and leads where appropriate) with key TM stakeholders, including, but not limited to, AML Operations, on audit/issue management and closure, reporting, communications & change management, process/procedure enhancements, resource tracking/planning, and special projects.
  • Supports the activities and the internal processes of the senior management AML committee(s).
  • Collaborates with internal partners (and leads where appropriate) the creation and implementation of training, including material and communication strategy.
  • Contributes to communication and employee engagement strategies to reinforce "tone at the top", creating a culture of compliance to ensure staff adheres to the Bank's AML/ATF and Sanctions policies, procedures, and processes, and all other Bank policies (e.g., financial, HR).
  • Responsible for employee engagement materials, including, but not limited to, Town Hall, Newsletter, and Honour Roll, and is responsible for driving new engagement initiatives.
  • Supports the design, assessment, and change management of bank-wide initiatives.
  • Supports the FIU (including the Special Investigations Unit [SIU] and SIU Projects team [SIUP]) with onboarding and offboarding, program governance, and meeting administration.
  • Understands how the Bank's Risk Appetite Statement (RAS) and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
  • Creates an environment in which teams under his or her direction pursue effective and efficient operations while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to, and effectiveness of business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational risk, regulatory compliance risk, and conduct risk. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, those defined under the Enterprise-wide AML & ATF and Sanctions Handbook, Scotiabank Code of Conduct, the Anti-Corruption Policy, Scotiabank Information Security Policy, and the Enterprise-Wide Risk Management Framework.
  • Defines opportunities for improvement for process, procedure, and employee engagement, to foster a strong and effective, high-performing FIU.
  • Builds a high-performance environment by implementing a human resource strategy that retains, develops, and motivates their team, fostering an inclusive work environment, communicating Scotiabank's and the Global AML Department's visions, values, and business strategy.
  • Strategically anticipates and identifies the need for additional resources, leading the hiring and human resource development process, managing succession and development planning for the team, and identifying and promoting high-performing individuals.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have experience with:

  • Bachelor's degree (University Degree) with a minimum of 5 years of experience in AML, Compliance, Audit, and/or Change Management capacity in a major financial institution; or equivalent in education and years of experience.
  • Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist designation is an asset.
  • Ability to build strong cross-functional business relationships.
  • Ability to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational efficiency without compromising compliance requirements.
  • Ability to deliver an effective change management and communication strategy.
  • Experience with Audit and regulatory exams is an asset.
  • Experience leading employee engagement and training activities is an asset.
  • Advanced problem-solving skills to deal with complex issues, across functions.
  • Demonstrates integrity when working with colleagues and leads others by setting example of required behaviors.

What's in it for you?

  • The opportunity to join a forward-thinking and collaborative team, surrounded by innovative thinkers
  • A rewarding career path with diverse opportunities for professional development
  • Internal training to support your growth and enhance your skills
  • An inclusive working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success
  • Work in an Ecosystem; a bright, modern space where you'll have access to group seating, offices, collaboration spaces, a cafeteria with different options daily, a bistro, and more
  • Hybrid Work Environment

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.



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