Senior Audit Manager, AML

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Scotiabank is seeking a Senior Audit Manager for their International Banking division in Toronto. This role leads AML audits and ensures compliance with regulations while managing audit teams and projects globally. Candidates should have extensive experience in AML processes and a strong regulatory background. An excellent opportunity to advance your career in a major financial institution that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Dynamic and inclusive team environment

Opportunity for mentorship and development

Exposure to global regulations and enterprise risk management

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in AML/ATF or Sanctions.
• Strong knowledge of AML/ATF/KYC regulations.
• Ability to write and review audit reports in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support AML audits across international jurisdictions.
• Manage end-to-end audit execution including planning and reporting.
• Contribute to AML continuous monitoring and risk identification.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, or Law

Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, ACL, Tableau)

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The Senior Audit Manager, International Banking AML/ATF Audit, plays a critical role in leading and overseeing AML audit functions within the International Banking division. This position is part of the Audit AML Centre of Excellence (CoE), ensuring that internal controls are effective and compliant with regulatory and policy requirements. The role involves direct execution and oversight of audits, particularly those related to AML/ATF and Sanctions Risk Management, across various international jurisdictions.

Is This Role Right for You? In this role, you will:

• Lead and support moderate to high-risk AML audits or projects across the First and Second Lines of Defense
• Provide oversight and guidance to local audit teams in international locations
• Ensure consistent application of Scotiabank and IIA standards in all audit phases
• Support testing of AML remediations and central initiatives across IB countries
• Contribute to AML continuous monitoring and risk identification
• Manage end-to-end audit execution, including planning, fieldwork, and reporting
• Review and finalize audit reports in both English and Spanish
• Lead or support special projects and investigations of moderate to high complexity
  
  

Do You Have the Skills?

• Minimum 5 years of experience in AML/ATF or Sanctions within First, Second, or Third Line of Defense
• Strong knowledge of AML/ATF/KYC and sanctions regulations, including FATF recommendations
• Proficiency in audit methodologies, risk-based auditing, and internal control evaluation
• Ability to write and review audit reports in both English and Spanish
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and people management skills
• Experience supervising multiple projects and leading audit teams
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Knowledge of international AML/ATF compliance frameworks
• Strong analytical skills and moderate proficiency in data analytics or visualization tools
• Proven ability to work in high levels of ambiguity and in a rapidly changing environment
  
  

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, or Law
• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) designation is an asset
• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience required
  
  

Software Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Experience with audit software tools
• Moderate proficiency in data analytics or visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, ACL, Tableau)
  
  

What’s In It for You?

• Opportunity to lead high-impact audits across international jurisdictions
• Exposure to global AML/ATF regulatory frameworks and enterprise risk management
• Work in a dynamic, inclusive, and high-performance team environment
• Develop and mentor audit professionals while advancing your own leadership skills
• Participate in strategic initiatives and contribute to shaping the audit plan
  
  

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 their 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 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. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Banking

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