Senior Manager, Global ML/TF Risk Detection, Analytics

Requisition ID: 222762

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

The Senior Manager, Global ML/TF Risk Detection and Analytics is responsible for supporting the enterprise in understanding the AML/ATF and sanctions risk profile of the business units and identifying and reporting AML/ATF and sanctions risks. The Senior Manager is also responsible for escalating elevated or unacceptable risks and guiding the business in the design and implementation of first-line AML controls.

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

• Data Analytics:
  
  • Drive the development and implementation of data analytics solutions to detect and report money laundering and terrorist financing risks.
  • Utilize Microsoft Copilot, Power BI, and other Business Insights tools to analyze complex data sets and generate actionable insights.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deploy innovative risk detection tools and methodologies.
  • Provide expert guidance and support to senior executives on data-driven decision-making processes.
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of risk detection strategies and recommend improvements.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging threats related to money laundering and terrorist financing.
  • Foster strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization to ensure alignment and effective communication.

• Implementation and oversight of the Enterprise AML/ATF Program:
  
  • Support ongoing improvements to the Enterprise AML/ATF Program across all applicable business units.
  • Assist with the generation and interpretation of quantitative data to ensure that metrics are within tolerance and action plans are in place where appropriate.
• Enterprise risk assessment and associated reviews:
  
  • Contribute towards thematic risk appetite statements to clearly articulate the CAMLO's position on specific topics, business segments, and customer types.
• Transaction Monitoring
  
  • Assist in the preparation and delivery of ongoing assessment of effective coverage of all relevant transactional activity
• Leadership & Teamwork:
  
  • Champion a high-performance environment by fostering an inclusive work environment.
  • Support technical excellence by searching out external best practices, monitoring technical and professional developments, sharing knowledge, and encouraging others to do the same in the best interests of the team and its stakeholders.
  • Encourage and enable cross-business and cross-functional teamwork by demonstrating collaboration and leadership in action and challenging behaviors that are not consistent with Scotiabank's diversity policy and/or the best interests of the business and its customers.
  • Develop critical skill sets in team members and provide a stimulating work environment geared towards personal and professional growth.
  • Be ultimately responsible for the performance management of direct reports (if applicable), using relevant tools, continuous dialogue, and ensuring timely action is taken to improve underperformance.
  • Take a hands-on approach to coaching with regular and productive use of personal development plans and appropriate follow-up.

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

• A post-secondary degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in AML, compliance, business operations, and/or audit in a matrix financial institution; or its equivalent in education and years of experience.
• Extensive practical experience in developing management information leveraging the latest Business Insight technologies.
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with solid organizational and time management capabilities.
• Ability to prioritize activities to effectively react to a rapidly evolving environment.
• Demonstrated integrity when working with colleagues and leading others by setting an example of required behaviors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, team leadership, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and influence other senior stakeholders across a wide range of strategic initiatives and agendas.
• High client focus and high risk management focus.
• Proven ability to build strong cross-functional business relationships.
• Proven experience identifying and implementing process enhancements as well as overseeing the resolution of process deficiencies and driving operational efficiency without compromising compliance requirements.
• Results-oriented, highly motivated with a keen ability to influence others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a proven ability to present to senior executives confidently and effectively.
• Functional fluency in Spanish and experience operating across multiple jurisdictions and geographical locations.

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.