Manager, Compliance Monitoring & Testing in Toronto

Department / Branch: Compliance Department

Reports To: Deputy Head of Compliance

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: TorontoDowntown Head Office

Responsibilities

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., FINTRAC, OSFI, FCAC, CDIC, OPC) and support the implementation and ongoing enhancement of the Bank’s Regulatory Compliance Management (RCM) Program.
• Lead and execute the Bank’s Compliance Monitoring and Testing Program, including planning, scoping, methodology design, and execution of periodic testing activities.
• Develop and maintain the annual testing plan and calendar, ensuring alignment with evolving regulatory expectations, internal policies, and changes in business processes.
• Identify, assess, and document control gaps, observations, and issues; collaborate with business units to develop practical remediation plans, and track issues through to timely resolution.
• Prepare and deliver clear, concise testing reports and management information (MI) to stakeholders, including senior management, the Parent Bank, and regulators, as required.
• Coordinate and support compliance-related projects and initiatives, ensuring milestones are met and deliverables are completed in accordance with project timelines and quality standards.
• Support the design and delivery of compliance training programs, leveraging testing results to address control weaknesses and enhance awareness across the organization.
• Provide leadership and oversight to Compliance Test Analyst(s), including guidance on testing methodology, review of workpapers, and performance management.
• Foster strong collaboration across the Compliance function and with business units to ensure consistency, accuracy, and timeliness of testing outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Compliance Monitoring & Testing within a financial institution, with exposure to Compliance and AML functions.
• 5+ years of combined experience in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Regulatory Compliance, or related areas. Candidates with more senior experience may be considered for a higher-level role.
• Demonstrated experience in AML or Compliance program execution, with exposure to testing, issue management, and/or program governance. Hands-on experience in AML program management is an asset.
• Solid knowledge of Canadian regulatory requirements, including FINTRAC, OSFI, FCAC, OPC, and CDIC, and the ability to interpret and operationalize regulatory expectations.
• Proven experience in Compliance or Risk functions, preferably with people management or supervisory experience.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to assess risks, identify control gaps, and drive practical solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, concise reports and present findings to stakeholders.
• High level of professional integrity and ethical standards, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented, with a strong focus on accuracy, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with compliance or data analysis tools is an asset.
• Proficiency in English is required; Mandarin language skills are considered an asset to support business and stakeholder needs.
• Professional designation (e.g., CPA, CAMS, JD/LLB) or an advanced degree in a related field is considered an asset.