Sr. Control Testing Officer

Societe Generale; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Societe Generale in Montreal is seeking a senior risk management professional to lead the RISQ CTL testing team. You will oversee risk-based testing across operations, finance, and regulatory domains, collaborating with RISQ and business leadership to ensure effective controls and remediation.

Responsibilities include developing testing plans, directing fieldwork, and delivering concise reports. Strong communication and regulatory knowledge are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Inquisitive with strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; effective across all organizational levels.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Lead CTL coverage of RISQ activities and manage relationships with senior RISQ and Business leadership
• Execute risk‑based testing reviews under the Annual RISQ CTL Testing Plan
• Support development of the annual risk‑based CTL Testing and Control Plans
• Cover key risk areas including Operational Risk, Fraud, Third‑Party Risk, HR processes, and Trade Booking/Settlement
• Assess processes, risks, and controls, design testing programs and scripts
• Document testing and workpapers to third‑party‑review standards
• Identify issues, challenge the business, and ensure timely remediation plans
• Prepare and deliver clear, concise final testing reports
• Validate closure of corrective actions by agreed due dates
• Lead and manage a team of testers, including scope, quality review, issue assessment, and progress tracking
• Provide hands‑on support during fieldwork and stakeholder engagement
• Coordinate planning and results with Central RISQ and Internal Audit
• Facilitate results reporting to local and global senior management
• Escalate issues where needed to ensure timely resolution and accountability

Skills

Detail oriented

Strong communication

Independent

Analytical skills

Regulatory knowledge

Risk management

Education

B.A./B.S.

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Division Overview

Division Description: The Risk Management division at SG (RISQ) provides independent oversight of SG’s Business Lines while maintaining independent oversight through risk evaluation, monitoring and testing. The RISQ division in the US supports all the activities in the Americas Region (US, Canada, and Latin America), which is almost exclusively corporate and investment banking (GBIS) oriented.

Responsibilities

The Second Level Testing team (RISQ/CTL) is responsible for executing risk‑based independent testing of controls established to manage and mitigate operational risk and regulatory risk associated with those regulations applicable to the Risk function. Reviews are completed and, where deficiencies are identified, corrective actions plans are defined and developed to remediate them using the Root Cause Taxonomy. The frequency of coverage and focus of reviews is informed by the Risk and Control Self‑Assessment (RCSA) and Regulatory Risk Assessment processes and qualitative input from Senior Risk Officers.

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

• Lead CTL coverage of RISQ activities and manage relationships with senior RISQ and Business leadership
• Execute risk‑based testing reviews under the Annual RISQ CTL Testing Plan
• Support development of the annual risk‑based CTL Testing and Control Plans
• Cover key risk areas including Operational Risk, Fraud, Third‑Party Risk, HR processes, and Trade Booking/Settlement
• Assess processes, risks, and controls, design testing programs and scripts
• Document testing and workpapers to third‑party‑review standards
• Identify issues, challenge the business, and ensure timely remediation plans
• Prepare and deliver clear, concise final testing reports
• Validate closure of corrective actions by agreed due dates
• Lead and manage a team of testers, including scope, quality review, issue assessment, and progress tracking
• Provide hands‑on support during fieldwork and stakeholder engagement
• Coordinate planning and results with Central RISQ and Internal Audit
• Facilitate results reporting to local and global senior management
• Escalate issues where needed to ensure timely resolution and accountability

Competencies

• Inquisitive with strong attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; effective across all organizational levels
• Ability to work independently and take initiativeStrong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, deadline‑driven environment
• Knowledge of Corporate & Investment Banking, Broker‑Dealer, and FCM risks and regulations
• Ability to apply laws, rules, and regulations to business activities and identify key risks

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent writing skills
• Securities licenses a plus

Prior Work Experience

• 7–12 years of experience within a financial services firm
• 5–7 years of Operational Risk testing or Audit experience
• General knowledge of regulatory requirements for investment banking and broker‑dealer activities

Qualifications

• B.A./B.S. required

Language

Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, is a requirement as the person in this position will need to collaborate regularly with colleagues and partners in the United States.

Background Screening

Due to US Federal Securities law that may apply to this position, candidates who will apply for this position may be required to submit to an enhanced background screening, including the collection of their fingerprints by a third‑party vendor selected by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority ("FINRA").

EEO Statement

Societe Generale is committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let our Recruiters know.