Title:  Senior Manager, Operational Risk Quality Assurance and Compliance

Requisition ID: 250586 

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

The Senior Manager, Operational Risk Quality Assurance and Compliance, is a key role within Operational Risk that supports the global quality assurance program and assesses compliance with relevant regulatory and internal Bank standards for managing operational risk.

The Senior Manager, Operational Risk Quality Assurance and Compliance, contributes to the overall success of the Global Operational Risk team by ensuring specific individual goals, plans, initiatives are executed and delivered in support of the team’s business strategies and objectives. The Senior Manager, Operational Risk Quality Assurance and Compliance, ensures all activities conducted are in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures. 

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

• Participate in the development, execution and reporting of the Quality Assurance Program in support of the Operational Risk Management Framework and its individual program components. This includes global interaction and review of work performed by operational risk teams in other jurisdictions.
• Provide support for regulatory requests, initiatives, examinations and issues, as well as regulatory meetings and reporting.
• Provide support for managing internal relationships with Compliance and Audit on behalf of Operational Risk. This includes managing inquiries, issue closures, and supporting Operational Risk team’s compliance with the internal regulatory compliance management standards.
• Prepare and complete regulatory and internal compliance self-assessments as assigned.
• Participate in initiatives that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Operational Risk.
• Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
• Actively pursue effective and efficient operations of their respective areas, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational risk, regulatory compliance risk, AML/ATF risk and conduct risk, including but not limited to responsibilities under the Operational Risk Management Framework, Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Framework, AML/ATF Global Handbook and the Guidelines for Business Conduct.
• Champion a high performance environment and contribute to an inclusive work environment.
• Support other projects as required.

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

• 5+ years of relevant work experience in operational risk management, internal audit or other relevant areas.
• Undergraduate Degree or higher.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required to prepare communications and interact effectively with senior levels of management throughout the Bank.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently. Strong presentation and facilitation skills with the ability to clearly articulate ideas.
• Strong business acumen and ability to manage multiple competing projects and priorities under time pressure without compromising quality.
• Strong relationship management skills; ability to build and maintain strong collaborative relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to complete and analyze quantitative and qualitative research.
• Spanish fluency is required.

What’s in it for you?

• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking company surrounded by a collaborative team of innovative thinkers.
• A rewarding career path with diverse opportunities for professional development.
• Internal development to support your growth and enhance your skills.
• A competitive compensation and benefits package.
• An organization committed to making a difference in our communities– for you and our customers.
• We have an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success!

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.