Corporate Audit AVP, Financial Crime & Compliance

State Street; Toronto; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

State Street in Toronto seeks an experienced Internal Audit professional with a background in Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) and/or Regulatory Compliance to join our Corporate Audit team. You will lead audits, assess regulatory frameworks, and provide effective challenge across the lines of defense.

You thrive in fast-paced environments and communicate confidently with senior leaders. You will mentor audit staff and help ensure robust coverage of AML, sanctions, KYC, and related controls.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Internal Audit experience within the financial services industry, including experience auditing Financial Crime Compliance and/or Regulatory Compliance programs.
• Experience auditing Financial Crime Compliance programs, including AML, Sanctions, KYC, Transaction Monitoring, and Financial Crime Risk Management.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience; professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, CAMS, CRCM, or equivalent are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Audit Leadership & Execution: Lead and oversee all phases of FCC and Compliance audits, including planning, risk assessment, testing, reporting, and issue validation.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Influence: Build strong relationships with business management across the lines of defense and communicate expectations to senior leaders.
• Regulatory Compliance/Financial Crimes Compliance Expertise: Stay current on regulatory developments and ensure audit coverage reflects evolving expectations; support regulatory interactions.
• People Leadership & Development: Coach and mentor audit staff and contribute to talent management and departmental initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Investigative skills

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

CIA/CPA/CAMS/CRCM (plus)

Job description

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking an experienced Internal Audit professional with a background in Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) and/or Regulatory Compliance to join our Corporate Audit team.

This role is intended for candidates with prior Internal Audit experience in financial services and experience auditing Compliance and/or Financial Crime programs.

You bring proven experience leading audits, assessing regulatory compliance frameworks, and providing effective challenge across the lines of defense. You thrive in fast-paced environments, communicate confidently with senior leaders, and have the curiosity to learn end-to-end FCC and Compliance processes. You're a strong writer, a clear communicator, and a collaborative partner who can influence stakeholders and elevate the audit function.

Why This Role Matters

Corporate Audit plays a critical role in helping the organization manage risk, strengthen controls, and meet regulatory expectations. Through independent assurance and challenge, the team provides stakeholders and regulators with confidence that Compliance and Financial Crime risks are effectively identified, managed, and monitored.

What You Will Be Responsible For

Audit Leadership & Execution

• Lead and oversee all phases of FCC and Compliance audits, including planning, risk assessment, testing, reporting, and issue validation.
• Review audit workpapers to ensure conclusions are well‑supported and aligned with internal methodology and IIA standards.
• Draft clear, concise audit reports that articulate risks, root causes, and business impact.
• Manage audit teams and contracted resources to deliver high‑quality, timely audit execution.

Stakeholder Engagement & Influence

• Build strong relationships with business management across the lines of defense.
• Communicate expectations, elevate issues, negotiate practical solutions with senior leaders.
• Provide insight and challenge during discussions with Compliance, FCC, and business stakeholders.

Regulatory Compliance/Financial Crimes Compliance Expertise

• Experience in Financial Crime and/or Corporate Compliance regulatory
• Stay current on regulatory developments and industry trends; ensure audit coverage reflects evolving expectations.
• Support regulatory interactions by providing clear, accurate audit perspectives.

People Leadership & Development

• Coach, mentor and develop audit staff; contribute to talent management and departmental initiatives.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and high performance.

Qualifications & Skills

Required Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of Internal Audit experience within the financial services industry, including experience auditing Financial Crime Compliance and/or Regulatory Compliance programs
• Experience in a global financial institution or custody bank.
• Experience auditing Financial Crime Compliance programs, including AML, Sanctions, KYC, Transaction Monitoring, and Financial Crime Risk Management.
• Experience assessing Corporate Compliance programs and regulatory compliance oversight activities.
• Knowledge of U.S. and international regulatory requirements and expectations relevant to financial services.
• Strong understanding of audit methodology, including risk assessment, control testing, issue identification, and audit reporting.
• Knowledge of U.S. and international regulatory requirements and expectations relevant to financial services.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Fluency in English
• Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, CAMS, CRCM, or equivalent a plus.
• Knowledge of regulations and regulatory expectations impacting global financial institutions a plus.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including presenting to senior leaders and translating complex regulatory concepts into clear insights.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, including the ability to challenge constructively and influence senior leaders.
• Collaborative, curious, and proactive approach with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Salary Range

$91,000 - $140,500 Annual

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.