Title:  Manager - GWO Operations Risk & Control

Requisition ID: 251443 

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

The Role

The Manager, Operational Risk & Control – Global Wholesale Operations (“GWO”) is responsible for supporting GWO’s operational risk and control function ensuring all activities conducted and reported in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures.  As a key partner to the overall GWO management team the Manager, Operational Risk & Control is responsible for providing the necessary analysis and inputs to support ongoing reviews of GWO Operational Controls and supporting teams in their execution of key priorities of the GWO Operational Risk Program, including, amongst others, Operational and Compliance initiatives, Operational Risk Event (ORE) reporting, and Risk & Control Self-Assessment activities.     

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

• Supports the Operational Risk and Control framework for GWO, providing support for various GWO utilities through:
  • Planning and Execution of Risk and Control Self Assessments (RCSAs)
  • Reporting of Operational Risk Events (OREs)
  • Reporting and tracking of issues resulting from Audits, SOX, Operational Risk Events, RCSAs, regulatory, etc.
  • Prepare reporting for various management forums, committees, or ad hoc requests as they arise
  • Advises GWO utilities on operational risk related matters to ensure adherence to the Bank’s Operational Risk Management framework.
• Proactively addresses gaps, identify opportunities and leads changes for streamlining or automating end to end processes and controls.
• Participates in an environment in which his/her team pursues effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to regulatory compliance risk and conduct risk, including but not limited to responsibilities under the Operational Risk Management Framework, Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Framework, Privacy Risk Framework, and the Code of Conduct.
• Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions. Provides support to the business unit in the areas of risk and policy, to help the business unit achieve their goals in alignment with the Bank’s strategy.
• Champions a high performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment.
• Developing and maintaining key relationships with the various GWO Utilities and Regions

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

• Proficient in using Microsoft Office suite, including Excel and PowerPoint skills with strong experience in developing executive level presentations
• Knowledge and experience with Sharepoint,  PowerBI or other reporting and analytics tools would be an asset.
• Ability to apply a sound knowledge of general accounting and auditing practices and principals.
• A good understanding of back office functions / services provided by Global Wholesale Operations in support of the Bank’s capital markets and wholesale banking business.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a related control function within Operations, Operational Risk, Finance or Internal Audit.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, must be able to effectively communicate concepts and requirements to key stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritise and deal with multiple competing priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively and diplomatically in a team environment with peers and superiors across organizational lines.

What’s in it for you?

• A rewarding career path with diverse opportunities for professional development
• An organization committed to making a difference in our communities – for you and our customers.
• A competitive rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal and sick days, and comprehensive benefits that start on your first day. 
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employees to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences every individual brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements. 

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.