JOB DESCRIPTION:

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Enterprise Risk Management, the Group Risk Specialist will operate in a forward deployed capacity to support implementation and execution of ERM programs and represent ERM on new initiatives across Risk Management. The Group Risk Specialist will ensure programs and processes are aligned and integrated with the Enterprise Risk Framework and other relevant frameworks.

Via the forward deployed model, the Group Risk Specialist will lead and/or support ERM across the following areas:

• Development and implementation of new ERM programs including corresponding change management activities
• Alignment with concurrent enterprise initiatives such as the Enterprise Governance Risk and Control (eGRC) program
• Execution of ERM operations including annual refreshes, delivery of existing programs, reporting routines and oversight and monitoring to assess business adherence to ERM programs.
• Delivery of business-as-usual ERM activities (e.g., stakeholder communication, assessment, reporting, etc.) during peak periods
• Development and review of enterprise-wide frameworks, policies, standards, procedures in coordination with management in line with TD’s Risk Program.
• Advancement ERM owned frameworks, policies and related governance and procedural documents in line with ERM’s strategic direction
• Alignment to existing and future regulatory requirements as well as interpreting and monitoring changes to relevant regulations where ERM has primary oversight accountabilities.
• The scope of these activities is enterprise-wide and includes interaction with stakeholders across Risk Management, other Corporate Functions, and all business segments, including the US.
• Management of ERM plans, timelines, activities, and deliverables, interacting with stakeholders and the broader ERM team
• Identification and problem resolution for program requirements, issues, and/or internal audit findings and non-compliance issues.
• Engagement of stakeholders to take action, serve as a source of expert advice, influence change and frame information in a broader context.
• Escalation of issues and concerns related to non-compliance as needed and work with the ERM team and/or stakeholders for resolution.

KEY SHARED ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Create an extraordinary place to work — advance and sustain a unique, inclusive culture that reflects TD’s diversity agenda, and creates an extraordinary employee experience.
• Identifies opportunities to enhance ERM framework and related standards and methodologies.
• Keeps abreast of emerging issues, trends, and evolving regulatory requirements and assess potential impacts to the Bank.
• Identifies, mitigates, and reports on risk issues per enterprise policies / guidelines and ensures appropriate escalation processes are followed.
• Works closely with key business leaders and reports to optimize TDBG’s resources and leverage TD’s operating model to maximize efficiency, effectiveness and scale.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Foundational Risk knowledge
• Analytical thinking and data literacy
• Communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to operate in a dynamic, cross-functional environment
• Awareness of regulatory context and operational discipline
• The ability to oversee policies and frameworks that guide an organization’s operations and decision-making.
• The ability to connect policy and framework development to the overall strategic direction of the organization.
• Identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks associated with policy implementation and framework operation.
• Effectively communicating with and involving relevant stakeholders in the policy and framework development and implementation process.
• Tracking the effectiveness of policies and frameworks, making adjustments as needed, and reporting on outcomes
• Leading and managing organizational change related to policy and framework implementation
• Experience developing and executing on change and delivering superior results in both the short and long term
• Demonstrated ability to ‘know your audience’ and communicate (written and verbal) and interact effectively with stakeholders and Leadership.
• Strong collaborator with proven ability to engage, influence and motivate a diverse group of stakeholders and drive results
• Flexible and adaptable with robust organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple deadlines and priorities
• Superior impact and influence skills coupled with the ability to navigate a complex matrix organization, and the ability to instinctively engage others to achieve positive business outcomes.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to proactively identify risks / issues and recommend solutions
• Project and portfolio management experience is an asset
• Governance & Control and/or Risk Management experience is an asset

WHO WE ARE:

TD is one of the world’s leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to the Bank, those we serve, and the economies we support. We are guided by our vision to Be the Better Bank and our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues.
TD is deeply committed to being a leader in customer experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are customer facing. As we build our business and deliver on our strategy, we are innovating to enhance the customer experience and build capabilities to shape the future of banking. Whether you’ve got years of banking experience or are just starting your career in financial services, we can help you realize your potential. Through regular leadership and development conversations to mentorship and training programs, we’re here to support you towards your goals. As an organization, we keep growing – and so will you.

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