Senior Manager GTB Business Risk

Scotiabank•Dallas, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Business Risk plays a critical role in the success of Global Transaction Banking’s (GTB) Non‑Financial Risk Programs. In this role, you will support the Director, GTB Business Risk in implementing operational risk framework tools, strengthening GTB’s control environment, and ensuring effective, reliable management controls across the organization. You will partner closely with business lines, technology groups, and control/support units to improve risk management practices, enhance oversight, and support key enterprise programs. Global Transaction Banking (GTB) is the payments and transaction engine of Scotiabank. We support Small Business, Commercial and Corporate clients with effective treasury management solutions coupled with a best-in-class service model, making it easy for clients to do business with us. As businesses build their digital capabilities and transform their operating models, their payment needs are evolving too. Boasting a unique global footprint, GTB’s comprehensive suite of innovative banking solutions help our business clients generate operational efficiencies, streamline and simplify payments, improve working capital performance, and mitigate financial risk. At Scotiabank, we embrace your strengths, ideas, and ambitions. GTB is a fast-growing team with a focus on the Americas, particularly Canada, the U.S., and Mexico, and we are seeking top tier talent to complement our organization.

Requirements

A university degree in a relevant field; an MBA, CFA, or equivalent professional designation is considered a strong asset.
A minimum of five years’ experience in internal controls, operational risk, or related areas—preferably within capital markets or a complex financial services environment.
Strong understanding of control design, operational risk frameworks, regulatory requirements, and governance processes. You know how to assess and strengthen controls in dynamic, multi‑stakeholder environments.
Proven ability to identify, assess, and articulate risks with clarity and structure. You’re skilled at interpreting large amounts of information, analyzing patterns, and transforming insights into actionable recommendations for the business.
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, challenge stakeholders respectfully, and navigate sensitive conversations with senior management.
Strong ability to build effective working relationships across business lines, technology teams, and control partners.
Exceptional written and verbal communication capabilities. You can present complex topics in a clear, concise, and compelling manner tailored to various audiences, including executives, auditors, regulators, and risk partners.
Strong Excel skills, including the ability to work with data, perform analysis, and create reporting that supports risk decision‑making.
Ability to navigate change, manage ambiguity, and proactively identify opportunities to enhance processes, simplify controls, and improve efficiency within GTB.

Nice To Haves

Experience with risk systems or GRC tools is an asset.
Spanish language skills are considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Support the Risk & Control Self‑Assessment (RCSA) program, including scope reviews, data gathering, and tracking/coordination of outstanding action plans.
Provide guidance and partnership to business and technology teams through the New Initiative Risk Assessment (NIRA) process, including preparation of materials for NIRA Committee reviews.
Ensure Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) for GTB and significant business units are updated, documented, and supported with robust rationale.
Participate in Scenario Analysis, including documentation, research, and analysis of internal and external operational loss events.
Guide contract owners on Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) requirements, including Inherent Risk Questionnaires and due diligence activities.
Support the Enterprise Regulatory Compliance Management (eRCM) program by reviewing regulatory obligations, mapping requirements to business units, and assisting in the identification of relevant controls.
Review Assessable Units and Assessable Categories (AUACs) and assist teams in completing CRCA questionnaires; identify and challenge Major Change Events that impact responses.
Prepare materials for the GTB Core Risk Committee (CRC) and provide leadership updates on Audit, Compliance, RCSA, NIRA, KRIs, operational risks, and fraud events.
Contribute to the development and communication of processes that support policy implementation.
Assist with audit and regulatory examination preparation, including information gathering and response development.
Support GTB Operational Resiliency initiatives.
Identify opportunities to enhance controls and improve process efficiency.
Support management with ad‑hoc projects and special assignments as needed.