QA Portfolio Specialist with Anti Money Laundering Technology

Requisition ID: 209393

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

The Team

Perform Testing in the AML Technology QA Department. Responsible for testing the effectiveness of AML and sanctions controls executed by our business partners and operational units. The unit performs test validation against code to confirm the design solution meets the requirements definition. Customer on-boarding, risk rating, due diligence; name screening; and suspicious activity monitoring and reporting are just a few of the areas for which the team does testing.

The Role

• Lead a team of testers across geographies that develop and implement testing programs to ensure technology for supported business lines is performing effectively and meeting business requirements.
• Provide input to enable Test Automation within the team to aggressively pursue the conversion of manual test execution to test scripts.
• Drive team members to move from manual testing to automated Dev Ops across FCRMT.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with the Application Development teams and business lines.
• Implements appropriate processes to retain testing evidence and meet Audit requirements.
• Evolve testing standards and reporting formats across testing staff.
• Prepares test strategies, plans & exit reports, schedules, procedures, and status reports.

Some of the key accountabilities include:

• Lead a team of testers with diverse levels of experience and knowledge.
• Assess, prioritize, and develop remediation plans to mitigate risks to project timelines.
• As a QA subject matter expert provide sound feedback and guidance on QA best practices and methodologies
• Assess risks and provide sound guidance and suggested solutions to partners and team members.
• Demonstrate sound knowledge of testing principles, best practice and audit requirements.
• Consistently provide knowledge transfer to team members to ensure the highest standard of testing across multiple releases.
• Demonstrate effective collaboration without introducing impact/risk.
• Passion for testing and the evolution of testing practices and methodologies

What You Will Bring to Succeed

• 5+ years or Expert SQL Skills & Automation Skills using Selenium, Java Script, Python, Karate framework, Postman.
• At least 3+ years of Knowledge of Anti Money Laundering, Anti Terrorist Finance, Regulatory reporting
• 3+ years of hands-on experience working on AML Regulatory Projects
• Knowledge of Business domains (Wealth, Global Banking Markets, Scotia Capital, International Banking etc.) & Banking Domain expertise
• Working experience with JIRA, Automation tools, Data Comparison with tools like Query Search or Similar and Confidata for Data generation.
• Expertise in Data Analysis & an understanding of EDL- multiple source data layers
• Ability to lead in a demanding work environment and through changing priorities.
• Knowledge of Enterprise Case Management, Oracle Mantas OSFAA (Oracle Financial Services Analytical Application) & FSDM (Financial Services Data Model) & FCCM (Financial Crimes & Compliance Management)

What's in it for you?

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences everyone brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove, and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.
• Remote-friendly work environment will provide you with the flexibility to perform at your best.
• Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance. 
• Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one.
• Community Engagement - no matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons, contests, cooking with friends, Humans of Digital and much more!

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.