Senior Analyst, Business Risk Management

Scotiabank•Houston, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join a purpose-driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. Global Banking and Markets (GBM) is a leading Canadian Capital Markets and Investment Banking business with a growing platform in the US and Latin America, operating globally for over 100 years. Scotiabank’s strong U.S. presence provides our clients an important bridge to this key global market for trade and investment flows across the Americas and the world. Global Banking & Markets provides a full range of investment banking, credit and risk management products and services relevant to the financing and strategic development needs of our clients. Our products include debt and equity financing, mergers & acquisitions, corporate banking, institutional equity sales, trading and research, fixed income products, derivatives, energy, foreign exchange and precious & metals. We also cross-sell the full range of wholesale products and services offered by the Scotiabank Group. Be part of an innovative, Global Capital Markets and Investment Banking business with a unique geographic footprint that puts capital to work for our clients across industries! We work together to drive ambition for every future!

Requirements

Two years of financial services experience focused on Global Capital Markets, Corporate and Investment Banking, and/or Global Transaction Banking.
Understanding of financial products and Capital Markets front‑to‑back processes.
Experience in operational risk management and issues management.
Proven experience designing and maintaining policies, and procedures.
Strong knowledge in data analytics or data management.
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Finance or a related business discipline.

Responsibilities

Mitigate operational risk across GBM by strengthening Front Office controls, reinforcing risk ownership, and partnering with Control and Support Functions to deliver consistent, sustainable outcomes.
Experience across Global Capital Markets & Corporate and Investment Banking, with business acumen and a strong understanding of financial products, trade lifecycle flows, and end to end operating models.
Proven track record designing, implementing, and strengthening risk and control frameworks, including: Risk Assessments (Risk & Control Self Assessments, Compliance Risk Control Assessments, Regulatory Control Mapping), Operational Risk program elements (Operational Risk Events, Key Risk Indicators).
Strengthening Front Office control design and effectiveness, while partnering with Control and Support Functions to drive consistent, sustainable control outcomes.
Collaborate with other stakeholders to improve processes, and present recommendations to senior management and other stakeholders when required.
Contribute to the design, development, and implementation of the Front Office risk and control framework.
Partner across the three lines of defense to drive consistent risk identification, assessment, and issue remediation.
Support regulatory and audit engagements through coordinated, accurate, and timely responses.
Proven ability to effectively contribute and collaborate with high performing teams across in person, remote, and hybrid environments, promoting inclusive leadership and diversity of thought to foster constructive challenge and stronger outcomes.
Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement by aligning team objectives with enterprise risk priorities, while guiding teams through high pressure regulatory reviews and audits with clear roles, disciplined execution, and timely delivery.
Champion a high-performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment.
Partner effectively across the three lines of defense to ensure alignment and consistency in risk practice.
Partner across Control and Support Functions, with a strong focus on Technology, to identify and manage IT and data risks, including third party dependencies and business continuity resilience.
Influence key stakeholders by applying industry best practices and building compelling, business focused cases for risk and control enhancements.
Other duties and projects may be assigned.
Understanding of non‑financial risks and regulatory requirements for Capital Markets / Corporate Investment Banking.
Previous experience across operational, compliance, and business risk, enabling high‑quality risk assessment, control execution, and continuous improvement, including proactive control enhancements and process efficiencies.