Description

 

 

 

Requisition ID: 214663

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

 

Reporting to the Director, Global Sanctions, the Senior Manager contributes to the overall success of the Global Sanctions & Screening (GSS) Policies & Procedures unit by ensuring specific individual goals, plans, and initiatives are executed/delivered in support of the unit and the business strategies and objectives of the GSS team. This position 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:

 

  • Provide input (Including appropriate text revisions) into the development and periodic update of the the AML/ATF & Sanctions Policy and the Enterprise ML/TF and Sanctions Risk Appetite Statement based on changes in internal processes, regulatory developments, industry best practices, and external events.

  • Be responsible for the custody, maintenance, development, and obtaining approval of GSS-owned sanctions compliance program documents, including the Enterprise Sanctions Risk Management Standards guidance papers, and framework documents.

  • Execute various activities in support of the maintenance development, and implementation of the enterprise sanctions compliance program, including:

    • ​​Presenting key program changes to senior leadership for approval.

    • Supporting stakeholders in assessing the scope and impact of changes in program elements and resolving implementation challenges.

    • Acting as the primary point of contact for inquiries related to the interpretation and application of program documents.

    • Assessing, actioning, and tracking requests for exceptions to sanctions-related requirements under the AML/ATF & Sanctions Policy and the Enterprise Sanctions Risk Management Standards; and

    • Supporting the GSS Training & Communications Lead, as needed, in developing training and related tools/guidance to facilitate the effective implementation of the program.

  • Maintain a framework to support the ongoing management and operation of the GSS Policies & Procedures unit, including desktop procedures for the unit, an internal inventory of GSS-owned documents, and a tracker to ensure the timely update of those documents.

  • Draft responses to Internal Audit and external regulators on inquiries relating to the GSS Policies & Procedures function.

  • Contribute to the content of Senior/Executive Management reporting relating to the GSS Policies & Procedures function.

  • Keep informed of matters relevant to the GSS Policies & Procedures function, including changes in applicable regulatory requirements.

  • Build strong partnerships with Business Lines, Internal Audit, and other key internal and external stakeholders, and work collaboratively across functional teams.

  • Foster a high-performance, inclusive work environment that reinforces both individual accountability and strong inter-team cooperation.

  • Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.

  • Provide leadership, direction, management, and coaching to ensure the unit’s accountabilities are met.

 

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

 

  • A Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant discipline with a minimum of five years of policy and procedure experience, or other related experience in a financial institution setting.

  • Highly detail-oriented with advanced analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills together with strong presentation skills.

  • Solid organization, planning, time management, and reporting skills.

  • Results-oriented, highly motivated with a keen ability to influence others.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills together with a proven ability to build strong cross-functional business relationships.

  • People management experience and coaching skills.

  • Working knowledge of Canadian and U.S. AML/ATF and economic sanctions laws, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.

  • Skilled proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other related productivity tools.

  • Working knowledge of financial services sector business, products, operations, and systems.

  • AML/ATF/sanctions-related professional designation (e.g., CAMS, CGSS, CSS) 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.

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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.