Senior Advisor Control Testing

A career as a Senior Advisor Control Testing at National Bank means acting as a specialist in carrying out control tests, documenting procedures and results, and defining action plans when the effectiveness of controls does not meet expectations. This position allows you to have a positive impact on the organization by contributing to the execution of the testing strategy for controls related to anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions, fraud, enforcement, data and information, protection of personal information, and other non-financial risk areas, while strengthening the Bank's control environment.
Your role

• Carry out control testing activities in accordance with the established methodology and schedule.
• Rigorously design and document test plans, procedures and results.
• Identify control gaps and collaborate with stakeholders to define and monitor remediation plans.
• Work closely with risk and control owners to promote alignment and continuous improvement.
• Produce clear and concise reports summarizing test results, observations and recommendations.
• Contribute to the evolution of testing practices and support the optimization of control processes.
  

Your team
This is a newly built team part of the Risk Management sector of the Bank and you will report to the Senior Director, Control Testing. The team operates out of our Montreal and Toronto offices and is a proactive and collaborative team that helps transform the way the Bank manages risk. The role can be based out of our Montreal or Toronto office based on where selected candidates reside. We aim to offer you maximum flexibility to enhance your quality of life. This translates into a hybrid work environment and a flexible, adaptable schedule.
The Bank values continuous development and internal mobility. Our personalized training programs, based on learning through action, allow you to master your profession and develop new areas of expertise. Tools such as the Data Academy, language training, the Harvard Learning Center, and coaching and mentoring support are available to you at all times.
Prerequisites

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as risk management, finance, accounting or business administration, combined with a minimum of five years of relevant experience in AML and or Sanctions control testing.
• Experience in internal audit, regulatory compliance, operational risk management or risk insurance
• Solid knowledge of internal control frameworks, operational risk management principles and risk and control assessment processes.
• Have a solid understanding of the applicable regulatory requirements, particularly those related to anti-money laundering and financial crime risk management.
• Experience in a financial institution or another regulated environment.
  

Languages: French, English
Reason to require this language: you will need to discuss frequently with our service providers or partners who speak a language other than French.
Required skills: Analytical Skills, Anti-money Laundering, Audit Risk, Control Testing, Control Validation, Governance, Risk and Compliance, Initiative, Internal Controls Testing and Monitoring, Learning Agility, Operational Risk, Resiliency, Risk Based Internal Auditing, Sanction, Teamwork

Your benefits
In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family such as:

* Health and wellness program, including many options
* Flexible group insurance
* Generous pension plan
* Employee Share Ownership Plan
* Employee and family assistance program
* Preferential banking services
* Involvement in community initiatives
* Telemedicine service
* Virtual sleep clinic

We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family.

Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We value employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication are encouraged.

Making a bold move in a people-first environment
We’re a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on people’s lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusion is central to our commitments. We aim, wherever possible, to provide a barrier-free and accessible environment to all employees.

We strive to provide accessibility measures throughout the recruitment process within the limits of our available resources. If you require accommodations, feel free to let us know during our initial conversations. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?

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