Title:  Senior Manager, Enterprise Payments Risk & AML Compliance

Requisition ID: 216304

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

The Senior Manager, Enterprise AML Payments Compliance is responsible for driving the strategic direction and managing the risk associated with enterprise payments. This role serves as the point of contact for the Bank’s Business Lines (BLs) concerning AML and Sanctions payments initiatives, encompassing business-as-usual (BAU) processes, channels, rails, and initiatives related to payments. This role provides oversight and advisory on the enterprise-wide payment ecosystem from a second line of defense perspective.

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

• Oversight and advisory on the enterprise-wide payment ecosystem: Provide comprehensive AML and Sanctions oversight and advisory on our enterprise-wide payments ecosystem, including SWIFT ISO20022 Global Mandate, payment types, channels, and jurisdictions, ensuring robust AML and Sanctions compliance across the board.

• Direct business collaboration: Work hand-in-hand with BLs to provide visibility and expertise in crafting AML solutions and ensuring an informed and strategic approach towards compliance.

• Efficiency through reduced touch points: Reduce redundant touch points for AML and Sanctions matters and optimize operational efficiency, allowing for swifter, more focused compliance efforts.

• Risk Management: Lead the identification, assessment, and mitigation of AML and Sanctions risks related to enterprise payments. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.

• Strategy Development: Develop and implement strategies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of enterprise payments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align payment strategies with overall business objectives.

• Project Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and monitoring of projects related to enterprise payments. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

• Timely resolution of AML and Sanctions issues: Address payments-related AML and Sanctions concerns promptly.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed? We’d love to work with you if you have experience with:

• Expert knowledge in payment messages (MT103, MT202, pacs.008, pacs.009, pain.001), payment data (ISO20022 data elements), and its associated technology (i.e., how data flows through the Bank to its downstream users (i.e., AML and Sanctions)).

• Expert knowledge of Global AML and Sanctions obligations, which include Transaction Monitoring, Sanctions Screening, KYC, Name Screening, and Regulatory Reporting.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Knowledge of the Canadian payment ecosystem.

• Solid understanding of the regulatory rules and regulations applicability.

• Strong knowledge of process flow software (i.e., Visio, Mural, etc.) is an asset.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with many different stakeholders across the first and second lines.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving timelines and priorities.

• Demonstrate strong leadership skills by guiding and motivating the team to achieve their goals. This includes setting clear expectations, providing regular feedback, and fostering a positive work environment.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders. This involves effective communication, active listening, and addressing any concerns or issues that arise.

• Knowledge of the latest trends and best practices in the payments landscape.

• Working experience with monitoring systems (i.e., HotScan, Oracle, Actimize) and databases is an asset.

What's in it for you?

• In-depth training to prepare you for the role, as well as ongoing coaching and feedback to help you succeed!

• You'll be part of a diverse, collaborative, innovative, and high-performing team

• We offer a competitive rewards package:

• Performance bonus, Employee Share Ownership Program, and Pension Plan Matching

• Health Benefits from day one!

• You will relish work-life balance, team events, and opportunities to participate in the community.

• Your career matters!  You will have access to career development and progression opportunities.

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.