Scotiabank
Job title:
Director, Risk Data – Data Strategy & Risk Technology
Company
Scotiabank
Job description
Requisition ID: 218636Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.Please note we are hiring for 2 Director vacanciesAs the Director, Risk Data, you will be responsible for the strategic direction and overall management of data across the Global Risk Management (GRM) organization. The Director will lead a team of data professionals, working collaboratively with risk, technology, and business stakeholders to design, implement and continuously improve a robust risk data ecosystem to support effective portfolio management practices, regulatory compliance, and business decision-making.Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:Strategic Leadership and VisionDevelop and implement a comprehensive risk data strategy aligned with the institution’s overall risk appetite and strategic goals.Establish the vision for the risk data function, driving innovation in the use of data and analytics for risk management.Provide thought leadership on data governance and management best practices, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements.Data Management and InfrastructureOversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of risk data infrastructure, including databases, data warehouses, and data lakes.Collaborate with technology teams to ensure systems and infrastructure support the requirements of the risk data function.Innovation and Continuous ImprovementIdentify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the risk data function.Explore new technologies and data methodologies to improve data quality, analytics capabilities, and overall performance.Team Leadership and ManagementRecruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of risk data professionals.Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.Set performance objectives, conduct performance evaluations, and provide feedback.Project ManagementManage risk data related projects from inception to completion.Develop project plans, monitor progress, and address issues.Stakeholder Management and CollaborationBuild and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization, including risk, compliance, technology, and business units.Collaborate with stakeholders to define their data needs, categorize data based on criticality and ensure the risk data function delivers value.Data Governance and QualityImplement controls in adherence to the policies, standards, related regulations and procedures for risk dataImplement data quality controls and monitoring mechanisms to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of risk data.Manage data lineage, metadata, and data dictionaries to ensure traceability and understanding of risk data.Manage data quality issue management processes to ensure proper risk data-related issues identification, monitoring and resolutionChampion a culture of data quality and data-driven decision making across the organization.Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We’d love to work with you if you have:Post-secondary education in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Business or a related field; Master’s degree preferredSignificant years of progressive experience in data management, risk management, or a related field within the financial services industryDemonstrated experience in a leadership role, managing a team of data professionalsStrong strategic thinking and leadership capabilities, with the ability to work collaboratively and influenceExperience with cloud-based data platformsA strong understanding of risk management principles and methodologies, data governance best practices, data quality management, and data architectureExperience with agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban)Proficiency with data management tools and technologies (e.g., SQL, databases, data warehouses, data lakes, data visualization software)Experience in developing and implementing data governance policies and proceduresExcellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skillsStrong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skillsKnowledge of Canadian financial institution regulations and compliance requirements (e.g., OSFI guidelines, Basel accords)Comfortability working in a hybrid work environmentLocation(s): Canada : Ontario : TorontoScotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: “for every future”, we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please . Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
Expected salary
Location
Toronto, ON
Job date
Thu, 27 Mar 2025 23:22:09 GMT
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