Senior Analyst, Global Testing Oversight, GBMT Compliance

Scotiabank; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health care coverage

Flexible benefit programs

Job summary

Scotiabank is seeking a Senior Analyst for Global Testing Oversight in Dallas, Texas. You will contribute to the compliance testing program and work closely with leadership to prioritize testing requirements.

The ideal candidate should have 1-3 years of experience in compliance testing or audit within a financial institution and strong organizational skills. The position offers a hybrid work environment and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in compliance testing or audit in a financial institution.
• General knowledge of testing methodologies.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the GBMT Compliance Testing Program.
• Coordinate annual compliance testing plans.
• Support operational risk self-assessments.

Skills

Compliance testing

Project management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

College Degree or international equivalent

Job description

Title: Senior Analyst, Global Testing Oversight, GBMT Compliance

Requisition ID: 263966

Global Banking and Markets

Global Banking and Markets (GBM) is a leading Canadian Capital Markets and Investment Banking business with a growing platform in the US and Latin America, operating globally for over 100 years.

GBM provides a full range of investment banking, credit and risk management products and services, including debt and equity financing, mergers & acquisitions, corporate banking, institutional equity sales, trading and research, and more.

Purpose

Contributes to the overall success of the Global Banking Markets and Treasury (GBM&T) Compliance Department by overseeing and reporting on the status of the overall GBM&T Compliance Testing Program. The Senior Analyst will work closely with the Managing Director, Global Head of Central Compliance & Head of Compliance Testing, GBM&T, the Global Testing Center of Excellence, and the Regional Heads of Compliance Testing to prioritize, document, and track “run the bank” and “change the bank” requirements/commitments related to the Testing program.

The Senior Analyst will be responsible for supporting the critical analysis and review of strategic inputs, setting guidelines, sharing best practices, leading/coordinate team development trainings and process improvements that contribute towards oversight of the GBMT Compliance and broader Global Compliance Testing book of work.

Accountabilities

• Work with cross-functional teams within the GBMT Compliance Testing community to ensure best practices are shared, new trends are evaluated/implemented, and business cases analysis, with results presented for approval to become best-in‑class.
• Provide support as needed for any remaining Remediation Testing activities across GBMT Compliance Testing.
• Coordinate the development of GBM&T Compliance Testing Annual Plan (the “Annual Plan”), work with regional/enterprise‑wide Compliance Testing to report on key messages, document meaningful inputs, and ensure internal practices alignment.
• Perform the operational risk self‑assessment of GBM&T Compliance Testing function (e.g., Effectiveness Self‑Assessment).
• Provide input into developing and enhancing current global testing processes, process maps and procedures.
• In consultation with Compliance Testing management, create and drive effective communications to internal stakeholders as well as within the Compliance department.
• Support the Managing Director, Global Head of Central Compliance & Head of Compliance Testing, GBM&T in developing and tracking the Compliance Testing annual budget, highlighting resource or capacity concerns and other relevant resource needs.
• Champion a customer‑focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems, and knowledge.
• Establish sound business relationships by working with internal and external stakeholders to address or facilitate ad hoc and committee material requests.
• Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day‑to‑day activities and decisions.
• Run a “Testing Center of Excellence” for GBMT Compliance, highlighting lessons learned, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Actively pursue effective and efficient operations of their respective areas in accordance with Scotiabank’s Values, its Code of Conduct, and the Global Sales Principles, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to, and effectiveness of day‑to‑day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, and conduct risk.

Reporting Relationships

Primary Manager: Director, Strategy & Governance GBM&T Compliance

Education / Experience / Other Information

• At least 1-3 years of experience in compliance testing, internal/external audit, business or risk management role in a global financial institution engaged in corporate banking and institutional trading & sales activities (including securities, futures, and over‑the‑counter derivatives) required.
• At least 1-3 years of experience in budgeting, annual planning and project management required.
• General knowledge of testing processes and methodologies.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills are essential for the role.
• Excellent communicator in both written and oral form. Understands how to approach communication from a strategic perspective. Ability to create clear, convincing, and well‑organized presentations and communications.
• Experience working for a non‑U.S. bank and the ability to function effectively in a global matrixed management environment highly desirable.
• Familiarity with legal and regulatory requirements applicable to non‑U.S. financial institutions engaged in corporate banking and institutional trading & sales activities highly desirable.
• College Degree or international equivalent required.

Working Conditions

• Work in a hybrid office‑based environment; non‑standard hours may be required during peak time.
• Fast paced, quickly changing environment.
• Significant amount of information flows to and through this position requiring an ability to quickly review, assimilate, prioritize, and make decisions.
• High stress levels in addressing significant regulatory issues and working with tight deadlines.

What’s in it for you?

Scotiabank wants you to be able to bring your best self to work – and life, every day. With a focus on holistic well‑being, our many flexible benefit programs are designed to help support your unique family, financial, physical, mental, and social health needs.

You receive a competitive salary and bonus potential, comprehensive health care coverage, investment‑grade pension plan, and access to a range of employee assistance and wellness programs.

Scotiabank values the unique skills and experiences each individual brings and is 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.

Scotiabank is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.