Director, National Supervision, ScotiaMcLeod, Business Controls & Oversight - Toronto

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation & benefits

Pension Plan

Employee Share Ownership Plan

Scotia Academy–learning & development

Job summary

Scotiabank in Toronto seeks a Director of National Supervision for ScotiaMcLeod, Business Controls & Oversight to lead a multi-jurisdiction team ensuring regulatory compliance and effective controls across Canada and Caribbean entities.

You will drive risk-aware operations, collaborate on AML/ATF initiatives, and lead a high-performance team with clear development and succession plans, reporting into senior governance structures.

Qualifications

• A university degree is required.
• Completion of CSC, CPH, IDSC/BSC, DFOL, OSC or equivalents (including recent equivalents) is required.
• Current CIRO registration in a supervisory category is required.
• 10+ years of securities experience.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable regulations and industry best practices.
• Strong knowledge of the retail securities business and insurance.
• Proven leadership skills and experience managing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the National Supervision team and ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies.
• Oversee day-to-day business controls, risk management and assessment of regulatory obligations.
• Collaborate with AML/Regulatory initiatives to implement enterprise AML/ATF program.
• Lead a team with 3 direct reports and 10–15 indirect reports across Canada, The Bahamas and the Cayman Islands.
• Manage relationships with regulatory bodies (OSFI, CIRO, CSA, FINTRAC, FINCEN, provincial securities commissions).
• Drive a culture of client focus and high performance while balancing risk and governance.

Skills

Securities experience

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Stakeholder communication

10+ years securities experience

Education

University degree

Canadian Securities Course (CSC)

Conduct & Practices Handbook (CPH)

Investment Dealer Supervisors Course (IDSC/BSC)

Derivatives Fundamentals and Options Licensing (DFOL)

Options Supervisors Course (OSC)

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Title: Director, National Supervision, ScotiaMcLeod, Business Controls & Oversight - Toronto

Requisition ID: 277036

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

BRIEF INTRODUCTION

As Director, National Supervision, ScotiaMcLeod, Business Controls & Oversight, you will lead and oversee the National Supervision team, ensuring business strategies, plans and initiatives are executed and delivered in compliance with governing regulations and internal policies and procedures.

You will create an environment that supports effective and efficient operations while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls. This includes obligations related to operational risk, regulatory compliance risk, AML/ATF risk and conduct risk under the Bank’s applicable risk management frameworks, enterprise policies and Guidelines of Business Conduct.

IS THIS ROLE RIGHT FOR YOU

In the role you will:

• Lead and drive a customer-focused culture across the team to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge
• Ensure the business line meets its Tier 1 compliance oversight obligations and complies with governing regulations and internal policies and procedures
• Minimize the risk of financial loss, reputational damage, regulatory sanctions, litigation, fines or penalties for the company and its directors, officers and employees
• Lead all aspects of regulatory requirements affecting the business, including CIRO, OSFI and internal and external audit requests and related communications
• Collaborate with the Senior Manager, AML & Regulatory Initiatives to oversee implementation and execution of the enterprise AML/ATF Program across the Wealth Management business line, including the development of policies, procedures and best practices
• Consider the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture in day-to-day activities and decisions
• Build a high-performance environment and implement a people strategy that attracts, retains, develops and motivates the team through inclusive leadership, clear communication, succession planning and development planning
• Lead 3 direct reports and provide oversight across a broader team of 10–15 indirect reports supporting Canada, The Bahamas and the Cayman Islands
• Provide oversight and support for approximately 5–10 projects annually and work with regulatory bodies including OSFI, CIRO, CSA, FINTRAC, FINCEN, provincial securities commissions and international securities bodies
• Work in a standard office-based environment, with non-standard hours common and limited domestic travel as required

DO YOU HAVE THE SKILLS

We would love to work with you if you have:

• A university degree
• Completion of the Canadian Securities Course (CSC), Conduct & Practices Handbook (CPH), Investment Dealer Supervisors Course (IDSC or previous BSC), Derivatives Fundamentals and Options Licensing (DFOL), and Options Supervisors Course (OSC), or the most recent equivalents, including CIRE, RSE, DMTC, the Supervisor Exam and the Derivatives Exam
• Current registration with CIRO in a supervisory category
• 10+ years of securities experience
• Thorough, current knowledge of applicable regulations and industry best practices
• Strong knowledge of the retail securities business and insurance
• Proven leadership skills and experience managing teams

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including annual incentive plans, time-off entitlements, Pension Plan, Employee Share Ownership Plan and favourable employee banking rates
• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization surrounded by a collaborative team of innovative thinkers
• An organization committed to making a difference in our communities, for you and our clients
• An inclusive working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity and celebrates success
• Learning and development through Scotia Academy, a virtual learning experience to upskill and develop your capabilities at work or from your personal device

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto
Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and our communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets. At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and we are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know.