Group Risk Specialist - Physical Security Risk (4286)

TD; Canada; On-site; CAD 96,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Canada is seeking a Risk Management professional to lead the development and implementation of risk policies and processes. The role requires strong analytical skills, extensive experience in risk management, and leadership abilities to coordinate cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates should hold an undergraduate degree and possess over 7 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Skill development programs

Qualifications

• 7+ years relevant experience in risk management or a related field.
• Experience in leading cross-functional teams or projects.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to solve complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of risk management standards and processes.
• Proactively analyze potential risks and escalate as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external requirements.

Skills

Risk Analysis

Policy Development

Communication

Project Management

Education

Undergraduate degree or technical certificate

Job description

Work Location

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Hours

37.5

Line of Business

Risk Management

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.

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

Customer

• Lead the development and/or implementation of specific standards, policies (e.g., Physical Security Risk Management) and/or processes that identify, report on and mitigate operational (or all major) risk exposures within the business.
• Proactively analyze potential risks and ensure escalation of key risks to appropriate areas and/or executive review with business executive findings and action plans to mitigate and manage these risks.
• Establish and provide on-going analysis and reporting on operational risk and/or other major risk categories as applicable to own business or functional area, and review findings and action plans with business leaders to mitigate and manage key issues.
• Coordinate and/or guide activities relating to core operational risk disciplines / programs including, Risk & Control Self-Assessment, Business Continuity Management, Outsourcing & Vendor Management, Regulatory Compliance (e.g. CDIC, AML, Privacy, IDA, CBA, SOX, Basel etc).
• Support enterprise-wide operational risk escalation, review and approval processes, data management, policies and risk assessment processes.
• Direct the development and monitoring of Key Risk Indicators and facilitate communication and resolution of risk issues among other business segments where applicable.
• May also be accountable for managing ancillary operational risk areas (e.g. BCM / incident management, outsourcing/vendor management, fraud aggregation and assessment, Basel implementation / capital analysis, change management, Privacy, AML, Law Rules and Regulation LRR and other regulatory issues), in addition to core functions.
• May also be responsible for providing support for other major risk areas (e.g. Market, Credit, Reputational and/or Regulatory risks etc.).
• May be a point of contact for guidance in the monitoring/ reporting of compliance, management, and strategic initiatives.
• Provide broad/deep commentary in support of the development/ maintenance/ oversight of policies/ procedures/ practices, as required.

Shareholder

• Adhere to enterprise frameworks or methodologies that relate to activities for our business area.
• Ensure respective programs/policies/practices are well managed, meets business needs, complies with internal and external requirements, and aligns with business with Enterprise-wide risk frameworks and regulatory expectations.
• Develop strategy enhancement opportunities to ensure continuous improvement to meet a changing environment and align with industry best practice.
• Consistently exercise discretion in managing correspondence, information and all matters of confidentiality; elevate issues where appropriate.
• Ensure business operations are in compliance with applicable internal and external requirements (e.g. financial controls, segregation of duties, transaction approvals and physical control of assets).
• Participate in cross-functional / enterprise / initiatives as a subject matter expert helping to identify risk / provide guidance for complex situations.
• Conduct internal and external research projects; support the development/ delivery of presentations / communications to management or broader audience.
• Conduct meaningful analysis at the functional or enterprise level using results to draw conclusions, make recommendations, assess the effectiveness of programs/ policies/ practices.
• Monitor service, productivity and assess efficiency levels within own function and implement continuous process / performance improvements where opportunities exist.
• Lead / facilitate and/or implement actions / remediation plans to address performance / risk / governance issues.
• Communicate difficult concepts; convert information into compelling business context and advice and influence and gain alignment across increasingly senior stakeholders.
• Actively manage relationships within and across various business lines, corporate and/or oversight functions and ensure alignment with enterprise and/or regulatory requirements.
• Keep abreast of emerging issues, trends, and evolving regulatory requirements and assess potential impacts on Physical Security.
• Maintain a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetite.

Employee / Team

• Participate fully as a member of the team, support a positive work environment that promotes service to the business, quality, innovation and teamwork and ensure timely communication of issues/ points of interest.
• Provide thought leadership and/ or industry knowledge for own area of expertise in own area and participate in knowledge transfer within the team and business unit.
• Keep current on emerging trends/ developments and grow knowledge of the business, related tools and techniques.
• Participate in personal performance management and development activities, including cross training within own team.
• Keep others informed and up-to-date about the status / progress of projects and / or all relevant or useful information related to day-to-day activities.
• Contribute to team development of skills and capabilities through mentorship of others, by sharing knowledge and experiences and leveraging best practices.
• Lead, motivate and develop relationships with internal and external business partners / stakeholders to develop productive working relationships.
• Contribute to a fair, positive and equitable environment that supports a diverse workforce.
• Act as a brand ambassador for your business area/function and the bank, both internally and/or externally.

Breadth & Depth

• Highly seasoned professional role requiring substantial 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.
• 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.
• Uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgement and identify solutions.
• Impacts the achievement of sub-function or business line objectives within the area they are accountable for.
• Work is guided by policies and industry standards/methods.
• Communicates difficult concepts; converts information to compelling business context and advice; influences and gains alignment across increasingly senior stakeholders.
• Works autonomously as the lead and guides others within area of expertise.
• Reports to a Senior Manager or above.

Experience & Education

• Undergraduate degree or technical certificate and/or
• 7+ years 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 deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world.

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.

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.

Accommodation

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Language Requirement (Quebec only)

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