Senior Manager, Regulatory Compliance

East Coast Credit Union; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading credit union in Nova Scotia is seeking a Senior Manager, Regulatory Compliance. The role involves providing strategic leadership to the Risk & Compliance team and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in risk management and compliance and will be passionate about community engagement. This position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Outstanding culture

Competitive compensation

Generous benefit packages

Tuition reimbursement

Additional employee perks

Qualifications

• At least seven years of progressive experience in a senior role involving risk management and compliance.
• Minimum of three years of leadership experience, preferably in the banking industry.
• Professional designations in Fraud, Privacy, or Anti-Money Laundering (AML) considered valuable.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to the Risk & Compliance team.
• Oversee recruitment, performance management, and career development.
• Develop, implement, and monitor operational policies and procedures.
• Ensure adherence to compliance and regulatory standards.
• Act as a subject-matter expert for compliance reviews and audits.

Skills

Leadership

Risk Management

Compliance Frameworks

Communication

Team Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Job description

Job Details

Senior Manager, Regulatory Compliance

Nova Scotia

Are you ready for a new career journey at Nova Scotia's largest credit union? Join our dedicated team at East Coast Credit Union, where commitment to community, member satisfaction, and financial excellence are the foundation of everything we do.

East Coast Credit Union is a community-driven financial institution committed to a better banking model. A credit union is like a bank in many ways, but with cooperative ownership and a special focus on people, not profits. We redefine the definition of local and bring Nova Scotians from many regions together with honest lending, savings, and investment products. Be part of an organization committed to fostering growth and empowering individuals on our team and in our East Coast community.

We are growing our team and looking for a Senior Manager, Regulatory Compliance. The Senior Manager, regulatory Compliance serves as a trusted advisor and escalation point on complex compliance and regulatory matters, fostering collaboration across cross‑functional teams to support enterprise‑wide risk management objectives. Through strong leadership, sound judgment, and proactive engagement, the incumbent promotes a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement, representing the Credit Union with professionalism and ensuring adherence to all corporate and regulatory standards.

We offer

• Outstanding culture and opportunity to join an engaged and community‑focused team.
• Competitive compensation ($100,982.93 – $119,556.92 annually) and benefits with performance‑based incentives.
• Generous benefit packages include a Flexible Health and Dental Plan (paid 100% by employer) and up to 9% contribution with employer match in the Defined Contribution Pension Plan.
• Tuition reimbursement, training, and personal development.
• Additional employee perks including annual wellness credit; reduced rates on employee loans/mortgages and paid volunteer time.

You would

• Provide strategic leadership to the Risk & Compliance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous learning, and alignment with the Credit Union’s purpose and values.
• Oversee recruitment, performance management, career development, and succession planning in partnership with Human Resources.
• Lead regular communications to align staff with policy updates, strategic direction, and organizational performance goals.
• Develop, implement, and monitor operational policies, programs, and procedures that enhance efficiency, compliance, and member experience.
• Oversee data integrity, system administration, and staff access management, ensuring appropriate internal controls and documentation.
• Provide leadership and oversight for compliance, fraud prevention, and business continuity programs (e.g., FINTRAC, Privacy, CASL), ensuring effective risk mitigation and internal control frameworks.
• Act as a subject‑matter expert, leading compliance reviews, audits, and risk assessments to ensure regulatory readiness and organizational resilience.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to identify, assess, and mitigate enterprise risks, embedding compliance and risk management into business processes and initiatives.
• Oversee departmental budgeting and resource planning to support efficiency, innovation, and regulatory excellence.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, systems, and process improvements to strengthen compliance and operational performance.
• Provide insight and guidance to senior leadership on regulatory risk exposure, emerging issues, and policy implications.
• Build strong partnerships across internal teams, branches, and external partners to advance the Credit Union’s goals and compliance posture.
• Represent the Credit Union in external forums and community initiatives, promoting the organization’s values and reputation as a trusted, community‑focused credit union.
• Lead or support enterprise‑wide projects and initiatives that drive innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

You have

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field plus at least seven years of progressive experience in a senior role involving risk management and compliance, including a minimum of three years of leadership experience, preferably in the banking industry. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Professional designations in areas such as Fraud, Privacy, or Anti‑Money Laundering (AML) will be considered valuable assets.

You are

• A demonstrated leader in coaching, developing, and motivating high‑performing teams, fostering collaboration, trust, and accountability.
• Focused on understanding operational risk, fraud prevention, business continuity, and compliance frameworks, with the ability to apply these strategically across the organization.
• Experienced in developing, implementing, and overseeing regulatory compliance programs, audits, and reviews, with expert knowledge of Canadian financial regulations (e.g., FINTRAC, CASL, Privacy Act).

Applications will be accepted until: November 24th.

Please note that all offers of employment are conditional upon the acceptance of an Individual Fidelity Bond Application which includes a criminal check and a credit check.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At East Coast Credit Union, we believe everyone has potential. If you are excited about this career opportunity and your experience may not perfectly align with every qualification in this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this role or other opportunities we may have.

We wish to thank applicants in advance; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

At East Coast Credit Union, we are passionate about creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and believe a diversity of perspectives, experiences and backgrounds benefit our employees, our members, and our communities.

East Coast Credit Union is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources by email at [e-mail] or by phone at 902.464.7107.