Director, International Wealth Management Compliance (Spanish Speaking)

Requisition ID: 230538

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

Purpose

Leads and oversees International Wealth Compliance programs for the Wealth distribution units within International Banking, comprised of Brokerage, Trust and International Private Banking, ensuring business strategies, plans and initiatives are executed / delivered in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures
While the Country or Regional Country Compliance Head is ultimately responsible for the Compliance programs in IB locations, this position, will provide oversight and guidance to the local Compliance programs, including ensuring proper escalation and resolution of non-compliance and other risks and issues, preparation and challenge to risk assessments and Monitoring & Testing plans and other activities as set out in the Global Compliance Standards and Target Operating Model
Accountabilities

• Responsible for contributing to Compliance’s ongoing promotion of a globally consistent, customer focused and performance-oriented culture, based on the tenets of professionalism, continuous improvement, and accountability.

• Plan and coordinate the implementation and maintenance of Compliance programs in the countries within the International Banking region where the Bank has Wealth Management operations.

• Champion proactive advisory, collaboration and communication within the Regional Compliance teams. Provides expert advice and counsel to the business units related to regulatory obligations impacting Wealth in IB Countries.
• Responsible for ensuring the design of the Compliance Program is aligned to Global Compliance standards and expectations.
• As part of the Compliance leadership team, provides knowledgeable and practical direction to the Vice President, Compliance, Global Wealth.
• Responsible for the development and maintenance of ongoing reporting provided by the Compliance Department to senior stakeholders including the Board of Directors, Senior Management Teams, and any applicable provincial regulators, as well as ensuring this reporting meets the standards and expectations of Global Compliance.
• Provide support to the Global Compliance VP and SVP, in the monitoring of regulatory developments, the maintenance and updating of policies, procedures and compliance systems, testing and monitoring programs, regular reporting to senior Compliance and business management and the timely escalation of material compliance concerns; provides expert advice and counsel to the businesses; provide training to Compliance teams and the businesses

• Attend periodic meetings with direct managers of Global Wealth Compliance Global Leads to update and report on emerging issues, progress of initiatives and trends in International Wealth Management . Understands how the Bank’s risk appetite should be considered in day-to-day activities, measured, monitored, and reported.

• In cooperation with Global Compliance (Enterprise, IB and GBM/GT) and country/ regional leadership provide coordination, coaching and mentoring to regional officers that support International Wealth units, in order to facilitate the delivery of globally consistent support and the ongoing development of its officers.

• Participates in an environment in which his/her team pursues effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to regulatory compliance risk and conduct risk, including but not limited to responsibilities under the Operational Risk Management Framework, Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Framework, Privacy Risk Framework, and the Code of Conduct.
• Builds a high performance environment and implements a people strategy that attracts, retains, develops and motivates their team by fostering an inclusive work environment and using a coaching mindset and behaviours; communicating vison/values/business strategy; and, managing succession and development planning for the team.

Education/Experience

• Post-graduate education
• Banking and Securities experience. Knowledge of Banking and Securities products & regulation
• Post-secondary education with relevant experience in the financial services industry, preferably within a CF, business line, regulatory compliance, operations, technology, audit, or risk management function.
• Ability to work in a high performing, flexible team environment across multiple jurisdictions
• Strong knowledge of banking regulations, products & services, technology, and operations with a general understanding of different legal systems applicable to the jurisdictions the Bank operates in.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, and results orientated, and data driven approach in decision making
• Ability to positively influence senior management in order to successfully implement and maintain program.
• Experience using analytics to identify areas of risk and opportunities for improvement
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft applications (including Word, Excel, and Power Point) and Power BI.
• Fluent in Spanish mandatory

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. 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.