Business Analyst
Posted 2 Oct 2026
Advertised as “Senior Business Analyst, AML Problem Management, Global Sanctions & Screening, Global Compliance”
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- Expected experience
- 1–3 yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
No salary listed for this role.
Field of studyBusiness, Computer Science, Economics, Finance (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
CertificationsACAMS
Requisition ID: 275353
Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.
The Senior Business Analyst is accountable for the analysis, implementation, and ongoing functional support of the AML/ATF Enterprise Solutions Name Screening, Transaction Monitoring, Transactional Screening, Client Risk Rating & Quantifind. The incumbent is also responsible for overseeing the end-to-end management of problems and issues related to these programs, including identifying, analyzing, and resolving the root causes of recurring incidents to support timely resolution, operational efficiency, and minimal impact to business activities.
Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:
- Problem Identification and Classification: Identify and classify problems and issues impacting various value streams within AML
- Root Cause Analysis: Conduct thorough investigations to diagnose complex problems and determine their root causes
- Resolution Implementation: Coordinate with relevant teams to design and implement solutions that prevent the recurrence of identified problems
- Lifecycle Management: Manage the lifecycle of problems from detection to resolution, ensuring all activities are documented and tracked
- Proactive Problem Management: Develop strategies to proactively identify and eliminate potential issues before they escalate
- Documentation and Reporting: Create and maintain accurate records of problem management activities, including metrics for reporting and continuous improvement
- Projects and Enhancements: Participate in various projects and enhancement initiatives aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the name screening and transaction monitoring processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement solutions and drive continuous improvement. Identify and document business requirements, ensuring completeness and proper understanding and delivering on expectations
- Collaboration: Develops and maintains strategic relationships with internal key stakeholders including IT departments and assigned LOB within Canadian Banking/ Wealth Management, International Banking and Global Banking & Markets to support the product owners in maintaining compliance in jurisdictions of which Scotiabank has a presence
- Development: Manages personal development to ensure knowledge and skills related to Business Process Design are continually enhanced.
- Change Management & Release Governance: Manages change readiness, testing, and release governance to ensure system updates are implemented safely and in line with AML controls.
- Operational Analysis: Perform operational-level analysis for high-complexity files and meta investigations, ensuring timely and complete resolution