Associate Director, Internal Audit AML/ATF/SE
- Toronto, ON, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Join a Challenger
At EQ, we're remaking banking so every Canadian gets ahead, every day. Serving nearly 4 million Canadians from coast to coast, we offer a wide variety of financial services from banking and lending, to trust and credit union solutions.
We've been at this since 1970, challenging the conventions of traditional banking with smarter, faster, and more connected financial experiences.
What's kept us moving? The people behind it all: challengers who ask better questions, push back on old assumptions, and look for a better way forward.
If you're driven to help reshape how banking works for Canadians and the businesses that power our economy, this could be your next big opportunity.
We can’t wait to get to know you!
Purpose of Job
The Associate Director, Internal Audit will be responsible for leading the risk assessment, control identification, documentation, testing, findings and recommendation process for various operational and regulatory audits across the Bank, with a focus on Anti-Money Laundering/Anti-Terrorist Financing/Sanctions Evasion. The incumbent will also be responsible for developing and implementing audit coverage of new Bank products/strategic initiatives as assigned. This may involve auditing of certain Bank projects. Notably, the role is expected to be an expert and provide current specialized financial services knowledge with respect to AML/ATF/SE operations and regulatory requirements applicable to Credit Card, Mortgage and Deposit products. For purposes of developing meaningful audit coverage and providing consulting advice on policies and process.
What we offer [For full-time permanent roles]
💰 Competitive discretionary bonus
✨ Market leading RRSP match program
🩺 Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
📝 Employee Share Purchase Plan
👶🏽 Maternity/Parental top-up while you care for your little one
🏝 Generous vacation policy and personal days
🖥 Virtual events to connect with your fellow colleagues
🎓 Professional development and comprehensive Career Development program
💛 A fulfilling opportunity to join one of the top FinTechs and help create a new kind of banking experience
The incumbent will be working hybrid and in office time will be spent working from EQ Bank’s additional office space located at 2200-25 Ontario Street, Toronto, ON.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
EQ is committed to building an inclusive, accessible environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and supported. We believe our organization is stronger - and our people thrive - when we honour and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives. We’re equally committed to supporting your growth, both professionally and personally.
We provide a barrier‑free recruitment process and work environment. If you require accommodations at any stage, we will work with you to ensure you can bring your best self to the process and beyond.
As part of our recruitment process, EQ uses AI to help screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position. All AI-enabled outputs are reviewed and validated by our talent team. All candidates considered for hire must successfully complete a criminal background check and credit check. While we appreciate every application, an EQ recruiter will contact only those whose skills and experience most closely match the requirements of the role.
EQB Inc. (TSX: EQB) is the parent company of Equitable Bank, the country's seventh-largest Schedule I bank by assets, which operates EQ Bank, Canada's Challenger Bank™. EQB Inc. serves nearly 4 million Canadians and manages approximately $150 billion in combined assets under management and administration.
To learn more, visit eqb.investorroom.com and eqbank.ca.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
At EQ, we're remaking banking so every Canadian gets ahead, every day. Serving nearly 4 million Canadians from coast to coast, we offer a wide variety of financial services from banking and lending, to trust and credit union solutions.
We've been at this since 1970, challenging the conventions of traditional banking with smarter, faster, and more connected financial experiences.
What's kept us moving? The people behind it all: challengers who ask better questions, push back on old assumptions, and look for a better way forward.
If you're driven to help reshape how banking works for Canadians and the businesses that power our economy, this could be your next big opportunity.
We can’t wait to get to know you!
Purpose of Job
The Associate Director, Internal Audit will be responsible for leading the risk assessment, control identification, documentation, testing, findings and recommendation process for various operational and regulatory audits across the Bank, with a focus on Anti-Money Laundering/Anti-Terrorist Financing/Sanctions Evasion. The incumbent will also be responsible for developing and implementing audit coverage of new Bank products/strategic initiatives as assigned. This may involve auditing of certain Bank projects. Notably, the role is expected to be an expert and provide current specialized financial services knowledge with respect to AML/ATF/SE operations and regulatory requirements applicable to Credit Card, Mortgage and Deposit products. For purposes of developing meaningful audit coverage and providing consulting advice on policies and process.
What we offer [For full-time permanent roles]
💰 Competitive discretionary bonus
✨ Market leading RRSP match program
🩺 Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
📝 Employee Share Purchase Plan
👶🏽 Maternity/Parental top-up while you care for your little one
🏝 Generous vacation policy and personal days
🖥 Virtual events to connect with your fellow colleagues
🎓 Professional development and comprehensive Career Development program
💛 A fulfilling opportunity to join one of the top FinTechs and help create a new kind of banking experience
The incumbent will be working hybrid and in office time will be spent working from EQ Bank’s additional office space located at 2200-25 Ontario Street, Toronto, ON.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
EQ is committed to building an inclusive, accessible environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and supported. We believe our organization is stronger - and our people thrive - when we honour and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives. We’re equally committed to supporting your growth, both professionally and personally.
We provide a barrier‑free recruitment process and work environment. If you require accommodations at any stage, we will work with you to ensure you can bring your best self to the process and beyond.
As part of our recruitment process, EQ uses AI to help screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position. All AI-enabled outputs are reviewed and validated by our talent team. All candidates considered for hire must successfully complete a criminal background check and credit check. While we appreciate every application, an EQ recruiter will contact only those whose skills and experience most closely match the requirements of the role.
EQB Inc. (TSX: EQB) is the parent company of Equitable Bank, the country's seventh-largest Schedule I bank by assets, which operates EQ Bank, Canada's Challenger Bank™. EQB Inc. serves nearly 4 million Canadians and manages approximately $150 billion in combined assets under management and administration.
To learn more, visit eqb.investorroom.com and eqbank.ca.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Responsibilities
Lead risk assessments and the identification, documentation, and testing of controls for operational and regulatory audits, with a focus on anti-money laundering, anti-terrorist financing, and sanctions evasion. Develop audit coverage for new bank products and strategic initiatives, and provide specialized guidance on relevant operations and regulatory requirements for credit card, mortgage, and deposit products.
Requirements
The role calls for specialized financial services knowledge of anti-money laundering, anti-terrorist financing, and sanctions evasion operations and regulatory requirements. It also requires the ability to lead audit work across risk assessment, control testing, findings, recommendations, and coverage of new products or strategic initiatives; no specific education or years of experience are stated.
Skills
- Internal Audit
- Risk Assessment
- Control Identification
- Audit Documentation
- Audit Testing
- Findings and Recommendations
- Anti-Money Laundering
- Anti-Terrorist Financing
- Sanctions Evasion
- Regulatory Auditing
- Operational Auditing
- Financial Services
- Regulatory Requirements
- Audit Coverage Development
- Banking Products
- Policy and Process Consulting
Benefits
- Discretionary Bonus
- RRSP Matching Program
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Benefits
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
- Maternity and Parental Leave Top-Up
- Vacation
- Personal Days
- Virtual Events
- Professional Development
- Career Development Program
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Finance & Accounting
- Management & Leadership
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Internal Audit
- Risk Assessment
- Control Identification
- Control Documentation
- Control Testing
- Audit Findings
- Audit Recommendations
- Anti-Money Laundering
- Anti-Terrorist Financing
- Sanctions Evasion
- Operational Audits
- Regulatory Audits
- Financial Services
- Regulatory Requirements
- Credit Cards
- Mortgages
- Deposit Products
- Banking
- New Product Audits
- Strategic Initiatives
- Policies
- Processes
- Consulting