GWM Senior Manager, Business Risk Management
Job in
Toronto, Ontario, M5A, Canada
Listing for:
Scotiabank
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-21
Job specializations:
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Management
Risk Manager/Analyst
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Finance & Banking
Risk Manager/Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Requisition
Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.
Purpose
As the GWM Senior Manager, Business Risk Management
, you will shape how risk is understood, managed and embedded across Global Wealth Management (GWM). You’ll lead first-line risk programs that directly strengthen the resiliency of our GWM businesses and functional units, including operational, regulatory, and compliance assessments within GWM.
What You'll Bring:
Be a Strategic Risk Leader
Identify, establish and elevate GWM’s risk management practices, benchmarking against global standards and driving operational excellence across GWM businessesLead high-impact risk assessments to evaluate control effectiveness, identify vulnerabilities and recommend practical enhancements to strengthen our risk postureEnsure engagements are expertly and effectively performedAct as a subject matter expert across GWM
Sustain deep expertise across diverse Wealth businesses - brokerages, asset management, estates and trust, private banking, mutual fund dealers, and International Wealth Management (IWM), including operational processes, regulatory obligations, and risk governanceFoster knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements and industry developmentsShape the future of GWM
Develop proposals and business cases, as requiredDesign and enhance frameworks policies and controls to manage risks of new wealth management initiatives, digital platforms, products and services, and ensuring technological innovation progresses safelyEstablish global standards across multiple jurisdictions including IWM to manage non-financial risksDrive insights through analytics and monitoring
Lead the sustainment and implementation of on-going and new monitoring programsAnalyze data from monitoring programs and assessments to identify trends, emerging risks, and opportunities for process improvement or automationPrepare presentations for Executives to clearly communicate results of monitoring and risk analysisPrepare insightful and comprehensive Executive reporting and board materials with actionable recommendations and concise commentaryInfluence and collaborate at all levels
Build and foster strong partnerships with business leaders, stakeholders and control functions to create an integrated risk management framework and enhance business line effectivenessInitiate, manage, and deliver projects by working independently or within cross-functional teams and/or Wealth Management businesses with the implementation of monitoring initiatives and/or controlsInterpret and assess business units and applicable regulations, processes and controls to provide practical recommendations and adviceLead People and Culture
Champion a client-focused culture and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems, and knowledgeEnsure individual and team goals are aligned with the overall strategies and objectives of GWM Business Risk Management, including IWM and the BankBuild a high-performance environment and implement a people strategy that attracts, retains, develops, and motivates team members by fostering an inclusive work environment, and coaching mindsetModel the vision / values / strategy of GWM while supporting succession and talent developmentLead and drive a client focused culture throughout their team to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledgeChampion a high-performance environment and contributes to an inclusive and diverse work environmentWhat You'll Bring:
University degree in Commerce or Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance8+ years of relevant Wealth industry experience (or 5+ years with an MBA) with working knowledge of IWMProfessional designations such as CPA, CA, CFA, CIM, and/or FRM (preferred)Experience and knowledge of Quality Assurance, Regulatory Compliance, Audit, Operational Risk, Third Party Risk Management, or LegalProject management and regulatory reform experienceStrong understanding of regulatory bodies including OSFI, OSC, and CIROCompletion of the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) or CFA Level 1 (asset)Knowledge of Global Wealth businesses and…
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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