Manager, Global Sanctions Advisory

Scotiabank; Canada; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Scotiabank as a Manager, Global Sanctions Advisory, where you will be pivotal in supporting the Global Sanctions team to ensure compliance with relevant regulations. Your expertise will help shape the bank's compliance landscape, making a significant impact in a collaborative and innovative environment. The role offers competitive rewards and a commitment to your career development and work-life balance.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and ongoing coaching

Competitive rewards including bonuses and pension matching

Health benefits from day one

Work-life balance and community engagement opportunities

Career development and progression pathways

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in sanctions, AML/ATF, law, compliance, or audit.
• Knowledge of Canadian, U.S., and UN sanctions laws.
• Professional designations like CAMS, CGSS, CSS are relevant.

Responsibilities

• Provide sanctions compliance advisory services and review procedures.
• Support updates to guidance documents and regulatory reports.
• Contribute to sanctions training and participate in audits.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Join a purpose-driven, results-oriented team in an inclusive, high-performing culture.

Role Overview

The Manager, Global Sanctions Advisory, supports the success of the Global Sanctions team by executing individual goals, plans, and initiatives aligned with the team’s business strategies. This role ensures compliance with all relevant regulations, policies, and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide expert advisory services on sanctions compliance to support Scotiabank’s Sanctions Program.
2. Advise business lines and compliance teams on sanctions laws, policies, and standards, focusing on:
3. - Payments flagged for sanctions concerns
4. - Customers with exposure to sanctioned countries
5. Draft, review, and maintain procedures and logs for the Global Sanctions Office.
6. Support updates to internal guidance documents.
7. Review procedures and controls, providing analysis and recommendations.
8. Handle escalated sanctions hits collaboratively with business units.
9. Contribute to sanctions training and educational initiatives.
10. Prepare regulatory reports and support management reporting on sanctions matters.
11. Participate in audits and regulatory reviews.
12. Research current sanctions laws and industry best practices.
13. Build strong partnerships across teams to resolve sanctions issues efficiently.
14. Promote operational efficiency and consider risk appetite in activities.

Candidate Profile

Ideal candidates will have:

• A bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of experience in sanctions, AML/ATF, law, compliance, or audit within a financial organization.
• Relevant professional designations (e.g., CAMS, CGSS, CSS).
• Thorough knowledge of Canadian, U.S., and UN sanctions laws.
• Understanding of AML/ATF and international sanctions standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Proficiency in MS Office and related tools.
• High integrity, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

We offer:

• Comprehensive training and ongoing coaching.
• A diverse, collaborative, innovative team environment.
• Competitive rewards including bonuses, share programs, and pension matching.
• Health benefits from day one.
• Work-life balance, team events, and community engagement opportunities.
• Career development and progression pathways.

Location

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

About Scotiabank

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas, committed to supporting our customers’ success through a broad range of financial services. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment. Accommodations are available during the recruitment process.

Only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.