Specialist, Sanctions CoE/ABAC Program

Posted:
9/10/2024, 3:32:21 AM

Location(s):
Ontario, Canada ⋅ Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
People & HR

Work Location:

Canada

Hours:

37.5

Line of Business:

Financial Crime Risk Management

Pay Details:

We’re committed to providing fair and equitable compensation to all our colleagues. As a candidate, we encourage you to have an open dialogue with a member of our HR Team and ask compensation related questions, including pay details for this role.

Job Description:

Department Overview:

 

The Global Financial Crimes Risk Management department is accountable for establishing TDBG's FCRM Program to ensure that all businesses remain compliant with regulatory requirements in the jurisdictions in which TDBG operates. The Sanctions / ABAC Centre of Excellence (COE) reports to the AVP and Deputy Head of Sanctions Compliance and Anti-Bribery/Corruption (ABAC) Program.

 

Job Description:

 

The Specialist plays a critical role is responsible for delivering timely and practical advice, which requires expert knowledge of applicable sanctions / ABAC regulations.  The Specialist provides guidance and direction regarding complex business escalations, investigations, and implementation of sanctions / ABAC-related controls.  They proactively identify and address issues, as well as opportunities for enhancing processes and controls (in accordance with regulatory and internal requirements), and provide COE advisory support on business projects and initiatives, as required. They provide COE advice to resolve incidents and escalations involving potential Designated Persons / Specially Designated Nationals and other prohibited customer relationships or transactions. They are responsible for developing subject matter expertise within their team and supporting strategic objectives within the department.

 

The Specialist will be accountable for:

 

  • Acting as a key liaison and escalation point to provide COE advice on sanctions / ABAC matters
    Monitoring service and control standards against overall business / department objectives
    Ensuring department operates in compliance with applicable internal and external requirements
    Ensuring appropriate reporting and escalation of issues based on risk profile
    Monitoring and communicating the effectiveness of strategies, programs, and practices related to own area of expertise
    Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external partners and delivering excellent service
    Growing team expertise to align with business/enterprise demand and direction; assessing team skills and capabilities and continually look for ways to provide and enhance the value delivered
    Sharing knowledge, information, skills, and subject matter expertise among the team and ensure the timely communication of issues and encourage good working relationships with other functions and teams
    Supporting an environment where team freely escalates business challenges; facilitate change through positive reinforcement of milestones and successes
    Recruiting for all hires to ensure a highly diverse, qualified workforce to achieve business objectives
    Establishing and fostering a cohesive team; promote a fair and equitable environment that supports a diverse workforce and encouraging the team to achieve common goals and objectives
    Proactively identifying key business opportunities, researching and recommending enhancements / modifications, developing strategies to achieve recommendations
    Leading or contributing to cross-functional / enterprise initiatives as an organizational or subject matter expert helping to identify risk / provide guidance for complex situations
    Working closely with key business leaders to develop business plan, ensuring the optimal use of resources and leverage TD’s operating model to maximize efficiency, effectiveness and scale
    Acting as a brand ambassador for your business area/function and TD, both internally and/or externally
    Job Requirements:

 

  • Expert knowledge of global sanctions / ABAC regulations and risk management environment, standards, and mitigation strategies
    Demonstrated experience in communicating effectively in both oral and written form to senior leaders and diverse stakeholder groups
    Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions and work independently
    Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, time-sensitive, customer-focused function
    Ability to process and handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
    Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships across teams and functions
    Ability to establish goals and objectives that support strategic priorities
    Facility with analytical software tools, data analysis methods and reporting techniques
    University degree/college diploma or equivalent required
    Relevant post-graduate studies / professional accreditation preferred
    5+ years relevant experience

Who We Are:

TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to the Bank, those we serve, and the economies we support. We are guided by our vision to Be the Better Bank and our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues.

TD is deeply committed to being a leader in customer experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are customer facing. As we build our business and deliver on our strategy, we are innovating to enhance the customer experience and build capabilities to shape the future of banking. Whether you’ve got years of banking experience or are just starting your career in financial services, we can help you realize your potential. Through regular leadership and development conversations to mentorship and training programs, we’re here to support you towards your goals. As an organization, we keep growing – and so will you.

Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical, and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs. Learn more

Additional Information:
We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Colleague Development
If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD – and we’re committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.
 

Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process 
We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.


Accommodation
Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you’d like accommodations (including accessible meeting rooms, captioning for virtual interviews, etc.) to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Language Requirement:

N/A.