Job Description

Requisition ID: 232566



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



The Senior Analyst, Global ML/TF Risk Detection contributes to the overall success of the Global ML/TF Risk Detection team, specifically to the Enterprise Client Risk Rating program, ensuring specific individual goals, plans, and initiatives are executed/delivered in support of the team's business strategies and objectives. 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:

Champion a client-driven culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems, and knowledge. Understand how the Bank's risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions. Support in the day-to-day management of issues or requests that are brought forward by end-user teams, to identify issues that should be escalated to Problem Management or warrant engagement with other support teams from source, technology, or data. Support the process of submitting non-discretionary enhancement intake forms to obtain technology estimates of work for business-as-usual (BAU) initiatives. Be responsible for supporting the monthly management and governance of the Client Risk Rating Oversight Committee. Support the Director and Senior Manager, Global ML/TF Risk Detection, in leading dedicated workstream(s), which includes documenting requirements for new enhancements, drafting business requirements, testing, effectiveness reviews, model review, reviewing all testing documents (strategy and exit reports), BAT/UAT/PIV, and engagement with relevant teams responsible for execution. Be responsible for supporting the Director and Senior Manager, Global ML/TF Risk Detection, for BAU and project matters. Engage and update Internal Audit on audit issues assigned to Global ML/TF Risk Detection on a regular or ad hoc basis. Support the Director and Senior Manager, Global ML/TF Risk Detection, with the handling of internal audit issue closure submission packages. Perform data analytics and database management to generate ad hoc reports, data reconciliation, investigation and metrics generation, and executive dashboards. Support in the delivery of the Global Client Risk Rating Coverage Assessments reviews on a regular basis. Support with the identification and resolution of issues raised by teams such as Global AML Operations, FIU, and 1st line teams (Retail, Wealth, Fraud, etc.). Support with the yearly or frequent review of process documentation owned by the team and identify opportunities to improve processes. 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. Provide analytical support for ad hoc initiatives and issue resolution.

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

A degree in business, finance, social sciences, or a related field, with a minimum of 2 years of experience in financial services, within an AML team or Operations team preferred; or equivalent in education and years of experience. Very strong Excel, SQL, and PowerPoint skills. Willingness to work towards ACAMS designation or equivalent. Strong planning and analytical skills, ability to discern research information/data, and ability to digest a large volume of written material. Ability to gather, analyze, organize, document, and present large volumes of information in a succinct and organized manner. Ability to deliver results in a fast-paced, challenging, and dynamic business environment. Effective communicator; comfortable interfacing with all levels of the organization. Positive attitude and ability to collaborate and work effectively with team members to achieve common objectives. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Fluency in Spanish 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. 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.