Manager, Compliance Quality Assurance - Toronto, Canada - Scotiabank

Scotiabank

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Requisition ID: 169742

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

Reporting to the Director, Compliance Quality Assurance, the QAR Manager will be responsible for carrying out quality assurance review activities in order to assess the design and operating effectiveness of our internal Compliance processes and programs globally.

The incumbent will also provide value added support to our internal stakeholders by making recommendations which contribute to the overall enhancement of our global compliance programs and processes.

Key Accountabilities

QAR Planning and Execution
Execute QAR test scripts for each of the key components of the Bank's Regulatory Compliance Management Framework
Understand enterprise and local compliance operations and processes as they relate to the Bank's Regulatory Compliance Management Framework
Assist in the development and documentation of the annual riskbased QAR Plan
Update engagement planning documents as required, ensuring engagement scope and objectives are defined and QA procedures are appropriate and efficient
Perform and document process and control walkthroughs and detailed sample testing for assigned areas and/or engagements
Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of enterprise compliance and local compliance programs, processes, and controls visàvis Regulatory Compliance Management Framework requirements
Ensure working paper files are documented on time and according to established QAR documentation standards.
Ensure QAR results are analyzed, key themes are highlighted, root causes are identified and impact is assessed
Document QAR issues and enhancement opportunities in a manner which clearly articulates underlying risk and urgency of required resolution.
Execute assigned QAR activities within preset timelines and budget restrictions

Reporting/Communication:

Ensure QAR engagement reports are written in a clear, consistent standard of quality and are finalized within established timelines
Record QAR findings in Compliance issues tracking database and perform timely monitoring and validation testing of management action plans.
Assist with preparation of periodic status updates and reporting packages to be presented to business, senior management, regulatory bodies, oversight committees, and other stakeholder groups, as needed.
Maintain effective communication with team members and compliance stakeholders throughout the QAR engagement planning, execution, and validation testing process

Special Projects & Other

Conduct effective challenge of Compliance selfassessment activities and reports, as needed
Continuously challenge and enhance current QAR methodologies and practices to improve program efficiencies
Provide value added consulting/advisory services to enterprise and local compliance functions and/or projects, as needed.
Assist with monitoring and impact analysis of ongoing Global Compliance program and project changes.
Carry out special QAR assignments and/or activities as needed.

Professional Development:

Comply with department established HR Management policies and procedures.
Establish business goals, development plans, and performance selfassessments, monitoring for achievement/completion throughout the year.
Manage selfdevelopment by confirming job expectations, assessing progress, identifying mentors/coaches, and enquiring about training needs throughout the year

Functional Competencies:

Strong communication skills with ability to write clearly and concisely.
Strong analytical skills with ability to understand various operations and assess the effectiveness of processes and controls.
Knowledge of the financial sector including perspective on the regulatory and landscape.
Attention to details with an ability to problemsolve and multitask.
Working knowledge of data analytics tools (Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, SAS etc.)
Work effectively in a group environment and manage crossfunctional relationships.
Ability to work in an environment of deadlines, ambiguity and rapid change and develop approaches to conduct QARs in these environments.

Education/Experience:

University degree required
A minimum 5 years direct relevant experience in a QA function, audit, compliance or risk management function of a matrix organization, preferably within the financial services industry.
Experience in Compliance, Audit, risk assessment, testing, and internal control assessment methodologies
Professional accounting, legal, or business designation an asset (e.g., CPA, CA)
Willingness and ability to travel periodically (domestically and internationally)
Bilingual in Spanish would be an asset

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

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