Senior Manager, Enhanced Due Diligence, Global AML

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee 2nd Line Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) reviews for high-risk and complex clients, including ownership structures, source of wealth, and transactional behavior.
• Provide independent challenge to 1st Line EDD conclusions, including client risk ratings, mitigation strategies, and client acceptance or exit decisions.
• Conduct EDD-focused segment and portfolio risk reviews to identify systemic risk drivers and control effectiveness.
• Identify and escalate areas of heightened concern such as adverse media, PEP exposure, sanctions risk, and complex structures.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of EDD standards, methodologies, and risk rating frameworks.
• Drive remediation through clear issue ownership, action plans, and ongoing tracking.
• Support regulatory examinations, internal audits, and independent testing related to client risk management.
• Build and lead a high-performance team by fostering an inclusive environment and implementing effective people strategies.

Requirements

• University degree is required.
• 8–12+ years of experience in AML, EDD, financial crime risk, or regulatory compliance.
• Deep expertise in Enhanced Due Diligence for high-risk and complex clients.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a 2nd Line oversight and challenge role.
• Strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) or equivalent certification.

Benefits

• Access to flexible benefit programs designed to support family, financial, physical, mental, and social health needs.
• Opportunity to work within an inclusive, high-performing culture at a leading global bank.

About the Company

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas, providing a broad range of advice, products, and services including personal and commercial banking, wealth management, and capital markets. Our Global Banking and Markets division is a leading Canadian Capital Markets and Investment Banking business with a significant global footprint.