Business Analyst

We are looking for a Business Analyst! Reach out if you are interested and feel free to refer friends/colleagues!

Brief Description on Duties:
Story Behind the Need
Business group: Data & AI Risk

The Data and Artificial Intelligence Risk (DAIR) team is looking for a highly motivated change agent who demonstrates integrity, drive and courage to lead the execution of the Data Risk second line review process.
As a member of the team, the success candidate will be responsible for driving data risk related oversight activities and have an opportunity to work with a collaborative team of inspiring professionals to help deliver the Enterprise DAIR Program objectives.

The candidate will participate in the Data Remediation Audit Program, which is a key Program at the Bank, through leading and performing data risk effective challenge and oversight over data related controls implemented by the first line of defense.

Candidate Value Proposition:

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. Participate in a highly visible, enterprise-wide program working alongside different stakeholders with opportunities to grow within the organization.

Typical Day in Role:

• Participate in the Data Remediation Audit Program, which is a key Program at the Bank, through leading and performing data risk effective challenge and oversight over data related controls implemented by the first line of defense
• Provide expertise and advice to the first line of defense on effective design and implementation of data risk controls, metrics, compliance, and risk mitigation activities
• Through second line testing: execute risk assessments, document findings, and conduct analysis of the remediation plans in a timely manner
• Exercise sound judgment in reporting and escalating risks or issues to senior management
• Monitor and report progress of assessment execution to required internal stakeholders
• Support in the delivery and execution of the Data Risk Management Program, as required
• Identify opportunities and execute enhancements to the data risk oversight program
• Foster an inclusive and collaborative team environment, and prioritize team’s goals
• Champion a high-performance environment and contribute to an inclusive work environment
• Develop strong partnership and work in close alignment with other risk functions and business partners to provide professional advice and guidance

Candidate Requirements/Must Have Skills:

• 8+ years’ experience in internal control, risk management, compliance, data management, data governance, audit and/or related areas
• 3+ years of experience in testing (audit testing, risk assessments, etc.), including leading and management of testing engagements and issue resolution
• Knowledge of Data Management best practices and concepts (e.g., maturity models, data quality, metadata, financial data reconciliation, data lineage, data glossaries, etc.)
• Most recently in a senior manager, experienced manager, or equivalent role

Nice-To-Have Skills:

• FI experience
• SharePoint experience

Soft Skills Required:

• Strong analytical and pragmatic problem-solving skills
• Adaptability and ability to manage ambiguity
• Curious and proactive learner able to solve complex problems, multi-task and manage changing priorities
• Attention to detail and accuracy

Education:

• Post-Secondary education and Advanced degree preferred but not mandatory in data analytics.

Best vs. Average Candidate

The successful candidate will have the required Risk review experience and will have a strong background in Data management best practices and concepts – purely data scientist backgrounds are not ideal, need someone with strong risk, internal control experience