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About the Role

The Director, Sales and Client Risk Management (GTB) is a key contributor to the Global Transaction Banking (GTB) Internal Control and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) program. This role focuses on strategic direction and AML risk management for GTB, partnering with Sales and Client teams to implement operational risk framework tools and ensure robust AML risk management controls. The director also leads strategic AML projects and acts as an Internal Control representative to ensure compliance with regulatory AML issues and financial regulatory reporting.

Responsibilities

Provides strategic direction, leadership, and oversight for 1st Line Non-Financial Risk Management Programs across GTB, with a focus on Sales and Client Services.
Supports the Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) program, including scope review, data gathering, and monitoring of remediation action plans.
Partners with business lines, technology groups, and control units to ensure new initiatives assess risks appropriately.
Ensures Key Risk Indicators for GTB are updated, documented, and justified.
Participates in Scenario Analysis by documenting and researching operational loss events.
Provides guidance on Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) requirements.
Supports the Enterprise Regulatory Compliance Management (eRCM) program by reviewing regulatory obligations and mapping them to GTB business units.
Reviews Assessable Units and Assessable Categories (AUACs) and assists units in completing CRCA questionnaires.
Provides expert oversight and direction on AML compliance and Sanctions.
Advises on regulatory compliance for new regulations, organizational developments, and new products/services.
Plays a key role in developing and rolling out process changes and solutions related to GTB’s AML controls.
Represents GTB in key working groups for AML and Sanctions Risk Management Policies.
Provides subject matter expertise in structuring and rolling out new AML requirements and process changes for onboarding, remediation, and offboarding activities.
Supports the GTB business by developing implementation strategies, project plans, and monitoring progress for the AML program.
Provides subject matter expertise in KYC, AML/ATF, and economic sanctions for GTB onboarding, products, EDDU, and business units.
Leads key initiatives in AML and Sanctions Risk Assessment, Audit resolution coordination, and regulatory response.
Represents GTB and undertakes projects to support implementation of changes to enterprise AML/ATF policies and procedures.

Requirements

Minimum 10 years’ experience in financial services, including roles in process improvement, auditing, sales, non-financial risk, AML, compliance, and engaging executive management.
Experience in enterprise or business line compliance program or operational risk management is preferred.
Knowledge in GTB products and wholesale banking products and operating model is an asset.
Fast learner with strong analytical skills and critical thinking capabilities.
Change agent with high energy, demonstrated ability to work under pressure, deal with ambiguities, and drive for results.
Strong analytical, investigative, reporting, and planning skills.
Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
Highly organized and capable of dealing with complex projects.
Ability to manage multiple compliance, audit reviews, and projects concurrently.

Skills

AML
KYC
Sanctions
Operational Risk
Third Party Risk Management
Privacy
Regulatory Compliance
Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA)
Non-Financial Risk Management
Agile
Spanish written and spoken

Location

New York City, New York, United States

Work Type

Office-based
Global coverage requires conference calls during Asian and European business hours
Dynamic, fast paced office-based environment
Occasional travel may be required

Experience Level

Director

Education Level

Master’s degree in business administration, finance, or university degree preferably in Legal/Compliance or business administration, finance or equivalent work experience.
CAMS certified or other relevant field

Salary/Compensations

185,400.00 - 310,600.00

Benefits

Flexible benefit programs designed to help support unique family, financial, physical, mental, and social health needs.

About the Company

Global Banking and Markets (GBM) is a leading Canadian Capital Markets and Investment Banking business with a growing platform in the US and Latin America, operating globally for over 100 years.
Scotiabank’s strong U.S. presence provides clients an important bridge to this key global market for trade and investment flows across the Americas and the world.
Global Banking & Markets provides a full range of investment banking, credit and risk management products and services.
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.

Equal Opportunity

Scotiabank is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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.