Associate, Global Governance Specialist

3 weeks ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Scotiabank Full time

About the Role:

The Global Governance & Controls Program Management function is critical for GBM and a key part of the overall Bank's effort for AML/ATF and Sanctions compliance. In collaboration with various stakeholder groups within GBM and the bank, this role supports the effective design and execution of the program globally; ensuring business strategies, plans and initiatives are carried out in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies, and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Champions a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems, and knowledge.
  • Executes and maintains AML/ATF compliance controls and provides AML/ATF compliance expertise and support to the business and functional units that form the first line of defense.
  • Support Director by proactively addresses gaps, identify opportunities, and leads changes for streamlining or automating end to end processes and controls to enhance compliant execution of AML and Sanctions program.
  • Leads day-to-day project and program activities in a manner consistent with the Bank's risk culture and the relevant risk appetite statement and limits. Communicates the Bank's risk culture and risk appetite statement throughout their teams.
  • Leads key program functions such as New Initiative AML/Sanctions Risk Assessment, and other high priority initiatives such as Enterprise Risk Assessment, Regulatory Compliance Management (RCM) and regulatory response.
  • Supports AML data related initiatives and data governance processes on behalf of GBM business line.
  • Provide support to GBM regulatory related projects and support exam coordination.
  • Supports program reporting, financial reporting, and program management across multiple project initiatives to deliver on AML regulatory commitments.
  • Provide support to GBM regulatory related projects and support exam coordination.
  • Plans and executes specific GBM AML 1st Line projects as assigned by collaborating with cross functional teams in achieving the multiple objectives on timeline, cost, and scope. Ensure transparency, stakeholder alignment, and sound project risk management.
  • In addition to structured project management and execution ability, the incumbent must be able to thrive in a complex program and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills in collaborating with the business, support groups, stakeholders, and senior management. These skills, along with the incumbent's process improvement and change mindset, will allow the incumbent to effectively support the overall program management under intense pressure and high ambiguity.
  • Perform ad-hoc, special, and/or focused data analytics as necessary, as well as other duties and projects as assigned, to support the overall GBM AML program.
  • Understand how the Bank's risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
  • Actively pursues effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas in accordance with Scotiabank's Values, its Code of Conduct, and the Global Sales Principles, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions, and conduct risk.
  • Champions a high-performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in financial services
  • University degree in business, finance, engineering, or other relevant field; MBA degree, PMP, Lean and Agile designation or experience is an asset.
  • Experience in enterprise level or large-scale compliance or other change program is preferred; AML knowledge and experience would be a benefit.
  • Knowledge in capital markets and wholesale banking products and operating model is strongly preferred.
  • Highly proficient Excel and PowerPoint skills with strong experience in developing executive level presentations.
  • Data and financial analysis experience is preferred.
  • Ability to manage multiple compliance reviews and projects concurrently.
  • Familiarity with the key products offered in GBM and related AML/ATF and sanctions functions

Work Arrangement:

This position is currently a hybrid role, with the expectation that you will work at least 3 days a week in the office. Please note that this is subject to change based on the needs of the business.



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