Senior Manager, Internal Audit – FCC Regulatory Issue Validation

What is the opportunity?

The Senior Manager Internal Audit Financial crimes compliance- FCC Regulatory Issue Validation candidate is a curious, dynamic, adaptable, solution-oriented leader and self-starter. A subject matter expert in risk management with knowledge of the AML/Sanctions regulatory compliance framework and corporate governance preferably from larger financial institutions. You will be leading and assisting in planning and execution of regulatory issue validation, including preparation of audit planning and testing materials, and executing design and operating effectiveness against milestones, leveraging data analytics and data visualization, and development of Audits Financial Crimes and AML Center of Excellence (CoE). You will also act as a trusted advisor to auditees and business platform/regional audit teams globally.

What will you do?

• Assist with performing regulatory issue validations for Financial Crimes regulatory issues, covering Anti-Money Laundering (AML) or economic sanctions
• Support Head of Global FCC Regulatory Issue validation as well as regional audit heads during regulatory issue validation, including through testing of FCC controls and processes, participating in walk throughs with stakeholders, and facilitating communications internally and with audit stakeholders
• Assist in performance of work outside of validation including assisting with Business As Usual (BAU) FCC audits where needed
• Able to work in a dynamically changing environment and act as a trusted advisor to the business.
• Proactively initiate discussions and solutions to new opportunities, challenges and approaches, and challenge status quo.
• Contribute to creating and maintaining a positive, collaborative, transparent and productive working environment within the CoE.
• Develop and maintain authentic, positive and productive working relationships with senior leaderships in Financial Crimes and AML and in Audit.
• Actively monitor and assess global Financial Crimes and AML compliance developments and emerging risks.
• Work efficiently in a hybrid based working environment in Bedford, Nova Scotia

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Strong emotional intelligence, leadership and stakeholder management skills to motivate and deliver in a team engagement environment, prioritize client needs, whilst having the ability to multitask, prioritize and adapt to a fast changing environment.
• 7-10 years of experience in risk management; AML, ATF and Sanctions compliance management; in a large financial institution, professional consulting/accounting firm or a compliance/regulatory environment. University degree (e.g. business, accounting, legal) and professional designation in financial crimes/AML (e.g. CAMS, CFCS).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and demonstrated critical thinking.
• Knowledge of key AML/Sanctions compliance regulations (at minimum Canadian (PCMLTFA/R, OSFI, FINTRAC), Asia- Pacific and UK/European regulations in the financial services industry).
• Experience building, using and interpreting data extracts, data visualization and reporting (Tableau), and analytical skills.

Nice-to-have

• Professional designation (e.g. ACAMS, audit, risk management certifications).
• Post-graduate degree (e.g. P. Eng., MSc - Data Science).
• Experience in a matrixed organization.
• Experience in an audit lead role.

Whats in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation.
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Opportunities for growth, and opportunities to redefine audit approaches.

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Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above