Scotiabank

Manager, Global Effectiveness & Initiatives - Global AML

Scotiabank • $100K — $120K *
Mississauga, ON L4T 0A1In-Person
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • University degree or equivalent experience in AML, Audit, Consulting, Financial Crime, or Risk Management with leadership responsibility.
  • Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in the field.
  • Strong leadership, analytical, and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to thrive in dynamic and ambiguous environments, managing competing priorities.
  • Proficiency in leveraging technology and AI for efficiency.
  • Solid knowledge of AML frameworks and Canadian regulations, with international exposure being a bonus.
  • Strong communication skills for developing structured presentations.

Responsibilities

  • Support execution of AML Investigations initiatives across people, processes, and tools.
  • Execute quality control components, monitoring and reporting investigation quality.
  • Assist in the development and maintenance of investigator training programs.
  • Conduct capacity management and workload analysis to identify optimization opportunities.
  • Coordinate responses to regulatory requests and audit findings, ensuring accurate execution.
  • Analyze management reports to identify trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Foster collaboration across AML units and functional teams for standards adoption.

Benefits

  • Champion a high-performance and inclusive work environment.
  • Join a collaborative team of innovative thinkers in a forward-thinking organization.
  • Comprehensive benefits plan and competitive compensation.
  • Engagement in community-focused initiatives.
  • Recognition and support for high-performance through development conversations and internal training.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 275014

The Manager, Global Effectiveness & Initiatives contributes to the success of the Global AML (Anti-Money Laundering) function by supporting the execution and delivery of initiatives that enhance the effectiveness, quality, and performance of AML Investigations globally, aligned to the Target Operating Model and enterprise priorities.

The role supports initiative delivery, analysis, and continuous improvement efforts across quality control, training, capacity management, and performance.

This role partners with stakeholders to support timely execution, measurable outcomes, and sustain improvements in investigative effectiveness.

Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:

  • Initiatives & Delivery:Support execution and delivery of AML Investigations initiatives across people, process, tools, and operating model components. Translate ambiguous problems into structured workplans, deliverables, and outputs to drive progress and enable decision-making. Track timelines, dependencies, and stakeholder deliverables, escalating risks or delays as required.


  • Quality Control:Execute components of quality control frameworks, including monitoring, testing, and reporting on investigation quality. Identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities, supporting development of enhancements to quality standards and practices. Produce analysis and reporting to inform quality-related decisions and performance improvements.


  • Training & Capability Development:Support the development, rollout, and maintenance of investigator training programs in partnership with the AML Academy. Track training completion, effectiveness, and capability gaps, producing insights to inform development priorities.


  • Capacity & Performance Analysis:Apply standardized approaches to support capacity management, workload analysis, and resource allocation. Produce data-driven insights and reporting to identify capacity risks, inefficiencies, and optimization opportunities.


  • Regulatory, Audit & Issue Support:Support coordination of responses to regulatory requests, audit findings, and 2nd-line reviews, ensuring timely and accurate execution. Maintain issue tracking, root cause analysis, and remediation activities, ensuring adherence to timelines and documentation standards.


  • Analysis, Reporting & Continuous Improvement:Review management information reports and analytics to identify trends, anomalies, and improvement opportunities. Develop data-driven insights to support decision-making and operational effectiveness. Support process improvements and remediation of system or control deficiencies.


  • Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:Partner across AML Investigations, regional second line AML Investigation Units or FIUs (Financial Intelligence Units), and cross-functional teams to support aligned execution and standards adoption. Share best practices, lessons learned, and emerging risks to strengthen global consistency. Support collaboration with Transaction Monitoring and other stakeholders on issue management, reporting, and process enhancements.


  • VP Support:Support the strategic execution of the VP Support mandate, including centralized people and engagement activities such as Pulse, employee engagement and recognition initiatives, year-end performance processes, compensation planning inputs, and internal communications.


  • Systems & Methodologies:Support implementation of AML methodologies and monitoring tools to address evolving money laundering (ML) / terrorist financing (TF) risks. Develop working knowledge of case management systems, bank systems, and analytics tools.


  • Flexibility & Cross-Coverage:Support priorities across the broader Global Design & Standards function to ensure continuity of delivery, cross-coverage, and alignment across initiatives, including standards, quality, training, and capacity management.


  • Governance & Risk Culture:Understand and apply the Bank's Risk Appetite Statement (RAS) and risk culture in day-to-day activities. Ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and control frameworks, escalating risks where required.


  • People & Culture:Champion a customer-focused culture and reinforce alignment with Scotiabank values and strategy. Contribute to a high-performance, inclusive work environment.


  • Standard HR / Conduct / Risk Accountabilities:Support an environment of effective and efficient operations in accordance with Scotiabank's Values, it's Code of Conduct, while ensuring adequacy and effectiveness of controls across operational, compliance, AML/ATF, sanctions, and conduct risk.


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

  • University degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience, with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in AML, Audit, Consulting, Financial Crime, Risk Management, or a related field, including leadership responsibilities.
  • Strong leadership, analytical, and decision-making skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders without direct authority.
  • Strong sense of ownership; proactive and responsive in driving deliverables to completion.
  • Thrives in ambiguous and dynamic environments, with the ability to manage competing priorities and pivot as needs evolve.
  • Leverages technology and AI tools to drive efficiency, quality, and speed of delivery.
  • Proven ability to operate effectively in a matrixed environment, influencing stakeholders without direct authority.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including development of clear, structured presentations and materials.
  • Solid knowledge of AML frameworks, regulatory requirements, and Canadian AML regulations, with international exposure as an asset.
  • Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and attention to detail, with strong leadership capability.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational capability, including the ability to identify gaps, assess risks, and propose practical solutions.
  • Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships, support stakeholder coordination, and contribute to continuous improvement and operational enhancement initiatives.
  • Proficiency in Spanish is an asset.


What's in it for you?

  • Champion a high-performance environment and contribute to an inclusive work environment.
  • The opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization where you are surrounded by a collaborative team of innovative thinkers.
  • A competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits plan.
  • An organization committed to making a difference in our communities - for you and our customers.
  • You can expect to be recognized and rewarded for high-performance; you will be supported by leadership through meaningful development conversations that enable faster advancement and internal training to support your growth and development.


Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Mississauga || Canada : Ontario : Toronto

About Scotiabank

Scotiabankers are committed to helping individuals, companies, and communities to thrive in a changing world. From personal and business banking, brokerage, and insurance, to private wealth, and the most sophisticated commercial, corporate and institutional services, they serve the diverse needs of some 21 million customers in more than 55 countries. Founded in 1832 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, their growth has always been fuelled by the success of their customers and their longevity secured by an unshakable commitment to carefully and expertly managing risk and capital. That focus on doing what's right for customers—short- andlong-term—has made us a global financial services leader. Headquartered in Canada, they are over 86, 000 Scotiabankers strong. Each of us are committed to being the best at understanding their customers' needs and all of us working together to deliver practical advice and relevant solutions that help their customers become financially better off.

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Join Scotiabank, a premier financial institution, and become part of a diverse and inclusive team that’s leading the way in global banking. At Scotiabank, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and innovation in the financial services industry.

Work You’ll Do

At Scotiabank, we’re not just filling positions; we’re cultivating leaders. Dive into a workplace where diversity training and leadership development shape the path to your future. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our robust training programs and continuous learning opportunities that foster innovation and strategic thinking.

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Whether you’re looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership role, Scotiabank has a spectrum of opportunities to fit your career ambitions. Our team is composed of individuals who bring a wealth of skills and perspectives to our company, driving us forward with their creativity and strategic insights.

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Scotiabank’s culture is one of collaboration and respect, where each team member’s contribution is valued. Engage in meaningful work that challenges you to leverage your skills and push the boundaries of what’s possible in the banking sector. Our innovative projects not only support the growth of the company but also ensure our position as a leader in the industry.

Benefits and Growth

Choosing a career at Scotiabank means opting for a life of growth and opportunity. Our employees enjoy competitive benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and flexible working conditions, all designed to support your career and personal life. We believe in nurturing our team’s potential by providing them with the tools they need to succeed both professionally and personally.

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Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the job opportunities at Scotiabank by searching our open positions that match your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring and looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players.

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