Lead Advisor, Regulatory Payments Compliance

Laurentian Bank; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Lead Advisor for Regulatory Payments Compliance. This pivotal role involves monitoring and advising on payment regulations, managing risks, and collaborating with teams to ensure compliance across the organization. With a commitment to fostering a culture of compliance, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the banking sector. The firm values inclusivity and diversity, providing a supportive environment where your expertise will be valued. If you are passionate about compliance and looking for a rewarding career, this role is tailored for you.

Benefits

Performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work model

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Health and wellness benefits

Exclusive employee discounts

Qualifications

• 10+ years in compliance, governance, or risk management within payments.
• Deep knowledge of payment regulations and privacy.

Responsibilities

• Monitor regulatory developments and analyze their impact.
• Lead payment compliance activities and promote compliance culture.

Skills

Compliance Management

Risk Management

Regulatory Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Bilingual (French/English)

Education

University Degree in Finance/Business/Law

MBA

Job description

Lead Advisor, Regulatory Payments Compliance

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Seeing beyond numbers
At Laurentian Bank, founded in Montreal in 1846, we help families, businesses, and communities thrive. With over 2,800 employees, we provide financial services and advice-based solutions across Canada and the US. Our values include placing customers first, making the better choice, acting courageously, and fostering inclusivity.

This role reports to the Senior Manager, Regulatory Risk and Privacy Advisory Services. The Senior Advisor, Payments Regulatory Compliance, monitors payments regulations, represents the bank on industry committees, advises business lines on payments rules, and manages regulatory risks.

Responsibilities

• Monitor regulatory developments in payments (Interac, Visa, Payments Canada, etc.) and analyze their impact.
• Represent the bank on industry committees and participate actively.
• Lead and support payment compliance activities within the team.
• Promote a culture of compliance organization-wide.
• Advise on regulatory risks related to payment solutions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure process compliance and risk management.
• Assess regulatory risks in payments projects and initiatives.
• Develop and oversee action plans for regulatory issues.
• Prepare compliance reports and certifications for management and regulators.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in compliance, governance, risk management, law, or related fields within the payments industry.
• Experience managing regulatory initiatives.
• Deep knowledge of payment regulations and related areas like privacy.
• Familiarity with Payments Canada platforms and international payment infrastructures.
• Knowledge of Visa, Interac, and mobile wallets.
• University degree in finance, business, law, or related; MBA is a plus.
• Strategic and creative thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and independent work skills.
• Strong analytical, relationship management, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Bilingual in French and English, with professional proficiency in both.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary considering experience and internal equity.
• Performance-based bonuses and comprehensive benefits.
• Hybrid work model.
• Stock purchase plan with employer matching.
• Paid time off, including vacation, floating days, birthday leave.
• Health, wellness, and insurance benefits, pension plan.
• Exclusive employee discounts and offers.

Inclusion and Accessibility

We value diversity and encourage applications from all equity groups. We are committed to accessible, inclusive employment and accommodations upon request.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industry: Banking