Governance & Control Specialist - Governance Office

TD; Toronto; On-site; CAD 97,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

TD is seeking a Senior Governance & Control professional in Toronto to strengthen risk management programs. You will oversee programs and policies, partner with multiple business units, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while supporting the bank's strategic objectives.

The role requires 7+ years of relevant experience, an undergraduate degree, and strong skills in mapping processes and controls, identifying risk, and leading cross-functional initiatives.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree preferred; strong knowledge of risk and control functions.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in governance, risk, and controls.
• Ability to develop, document and map processes and controls across business units.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document an inventory of processes and controls with defined owners.
• Lead the integrated execution of policies and changes across multiple functional areas.
• Assess regulatory impact and map controls to rules across BUs.
• Provide SME guidance on complex risk scenarios to senior management.

Skills

Risk management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree preferred

Advanced risk & control knowledge

Job description

Work Location:

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Hours:

37.5

Line of Business:

Governance & Control

Pay Details:

$96,900 - $136,800 CAD

TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.

As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.

Job Description:

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ensure Horizontal programs / policies / practices are well managed, meets business needs / priorities, and complies with internal / external requirements.
• Develop and document a comprehensive inventory of processes and controls with clearly defined owners and roles and responsibilities for each process and control
• Participate in the intake of applicable regulation, assessment of impact to the business line, and the comprehensive mapping of associated controls to rules and regulations.
• Lead the integrated execution of policies / procedures / changes across multiple functional areas
• Review end-to-end processes and controls and "connect the dots" across various program issues and control deficiencies across various BUs in order to increase standardization of solutions, processes and controls
• Provide direction to complex, wide ranging P&T wide program initiatives as a SME by identifying risk / providing guidance for complex situations and participating in designing, testing, and implementation of solutions.

• Contribute to the strategic direction of the business governance and control function and play a key role in the development and implementation of risk strategies in support of the overall business strategy
• Develop and document a comprehensive inventory of processes and controls with clearly defined owners and roles and responsibilities for each process and control
• Participate in the intake of applicable regulation, assessment of impact to the business line, and the comprehensive mapping of associated controls to rules and regulations.
• Review end-to-end processes and controls and "connect the dots" across issues and control deficiencies across various BUs in order to increase standardization of solutions, processes and controls
• Lead the integrated execution of policies / procedures / changes across multiple functional areas
• Provide direction to complex, wide ranging enterprise or cross-function / business projects as a SME, identify risk / provide guidance for complex situations and participate in designing, testing, and implementation of solutions
• Act as lead for area of specialization with industry, enterprise, and business awareness; recognizing and anticipating emerging trends and; identifying issues and opportunities and recommending action to senior management in the governance and control space

• Ensure programs / policies / practices are well managed, meets business needs / priorities, and complies with internal / external requirements
• Exercise discretion in managing communication / correspondence, information and all matters of confidentiality
• Lead research projects; support the development / delivery of materials and presentations to management or broader audience
• Conduct analysis at the functional or enterprise level using results to draw conclusions, make recommendations, assess the effectiveness of programs, policies, or practices
• Adhere to enterprise frameworks or methodologies that relate to activities across businesses and functions
• Manage relationships within and across various business lines, corporate and/or control functions and ensure alignment with enterprise and/or regulatory requirements
• Protect the interests of the organization - identify and manage risks, and elevate non-standard, high risk transactions / activities as necessary
• Maintain a culture of risk management and control, supported by processes in alignment with risk appetite
• Be knowledgeable of and comply with Bank Code of Conduct

• Participate as a member of the team, support a positive work environment and ensure timely communication
• Provide leadership as a SME and participate in knowledge transfer within the team / business unit
• Keep current on emerging trends / developments and grow knowledge of the business, related tools and techniques
• Keep others informed about the status / progress of projects
• Contribute to team development of skills and capabilities through mentorship of others, by sharing knowledge and experiences and leveraging best practices.
• Contribute to a fair, positive and equitable environment
• Act as a brand ambassador for your business area/function and the bank

• Highly seasoned professional role requiring substantial business knowledge / expertise in a complex field and knowledge of broader related areas
• Integrates knowledge of the enterprise sub-function's or business line's overarching strategy in developing solutions across multiple functions or operations
• Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships across teams and functions
• Interprets internal/external business challenges and the industry environment, recommends course of action and best practices to improve products, processes or services
• Acts as a technical expert / lead integrating cross-function understanding within their own field of specialty; may manage team(s) of related specialists
• Leads cross-functional teams or projects with significant resource requirements, risk and / or complexity
• Independently manages end-to-end functional programs
• Solves or may lead others to solve complex problems; leads efforts or partners with others to develop new solutions
• Works autonomously as the lead and guides others within area of expertise
• Generally reports to a Senior Manager or above

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• Undergraduate degree preferred
• Advanced business understanding and knowledge of risk and control functions
• 7+ years of relevant experience

Who We Are:

TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we strive to make every interaction, product, and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple for over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to foster deeper relationships, ensure disciplined execution, and build a simpler, faster banking experience. TD is deeply committed to being a leader in client experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are client facing. Together, we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients, colleagues and communities.

Our Total Rewards Package

Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical, and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs. Learn more

Additional Information:

We're delighted that you're considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we're committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Please be advised that this job opportunity is subject to provincial regulation for employment purposes. It is imperative to acknowledge that each province or territory within the jurisdiction of Canada may have its own set of regulations, requirements.

Colleague Development

If you're interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You'll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities.

If you're passionate about helping clients and building deep, lasting relationships, TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact.

We're committed to your success and foster a respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, everyone has fair opportunities to grow, and you can unlock your full potential to achieve your career goals. Here at TD, we hire and develop the best.

Training & Onboarding

We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you've got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process

We'll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation

Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you'd like accommodations (including accessible meeting rooms, captioning for virtual interviews, etc.) to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process.

Language Requirement (Quebec only):

Sans Objet