Purpose
Leads a team responsible for
AML (Anti-Money Laundering) investigations
into potential
money laundering, terrorist financing, sanctions evasion, and related risks
, ensuring
high-quality, consistent investigations and timely regulatory reporting
, while effectively managing and mitigating risk exposure.
Ensures alignment with
regulatory requirements, policies, and risk appetite
.
Accountabilities
Investigations Oversight
Ensure delivery of
high-quality investigations
, including complex cases.
Oversee identification of
Reasonable Grounds to Suspect (RGS) and risk outcomes
.
Risk and Reporting
Ensure accurate
risk identification, escalation
, and high-quality, timely
regulatory reporting
.
Validate
risk mitigation decisions and client outcomes
.
Decision-Making and Escalation
Act as
decision authority
for investigative outcomes.
Escalate material risks and issues appropriately.
Lead and drive a
customer focused culture
throughout their teams to deep client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge.
Lead team performance, productivity, and capability development.
Establish
clear priorities and workload distribution
.
Create an
environment
in which their
team pursues
effective and efficient operations
of their respective areas in accordance with Scotiabank's Values, its Code of Conduct and the Global Principles, while ensuring the
adequacy, adherence to and
effectiveness of day-to-day business controls
to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions and conduct risk.
Build a
high-performance environment
and implement a
people strategy
that attracts, retains, develops and motivates their team by fostering an
inclusive work environment
and using
a coaching mindset and ScotiaBond behaviours
; communicating




vison/values/business strategy
; and, managing
succession and development planning
for the team.
Quality and Controls
Ensure
consistency, completeness, and accuracy
of outputs.
Oversee
quality control processes and remediation actions
.
Operations Management
Manage
workflow, prioritization, and capacity
.
Drive
performance improvement and operational efficiency
.
People Development
Provide
coaching, feedback, and development planning
.
Support
succession and talent strategies
.
Lead
process and control enhancements
.
Use insights to drive
broader program improvements
.
Collaboration and Communication
Communicate findings through
clear, structured presentations and materials
, ensuring alignment across stakeholders.
Governance
Understand how the Bank's
risk appetite and risk culture
should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions, and promote their consistent application.
Ensure adherence to
policies, frameworks, and risk standards
.
Education / Experience / Other Information
University degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience, with a minimum of
3 years of relevant experience in AML, financial crime, risk management, or a related field.
including leadership responsibilities.
Strong
leadership, analytical, and decision-making skills
.
Proven ability to
manage teams and influence stakeholders
.
Strong
written communication and presentation skills
.
Knowledge of




AML frameworks and regulatory requirements
.
Demonstrates
integrity, accountability, and leadership capability
.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is required for roles based in the Colombian and Dominican Republic AML Hubs.
Working Conditions
Office-based environment within a
fast-paced, high-demand setting
.
Work involves
time-sensitive investigations, competing priorities, and risk-driven activities
.
Occasional non-standard hours may be required.
Hybrid work model
is offered, with in-office attendance expected in line with business and team requirements.
About Scotiabank and AML Investigations
Our vision is to be our clients' most trusted financial partner, to drive sustainable, profitable growth and maximize shareholder return.
We are here for every future, to help our clients, 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.
Careers in Anti-Money Laundering Investigations
For over 190 years, trust has been our most valuable asset.
Be a part of a winning team that safeguards our bank, clients, and the communities where we live and work.
At Scotiabank, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity and compliance.
AML Investigations contributes to the success of the General AML Program by delivering high-quality, risk-based and timely investigations that support regulatory compliance and the detection and deterrence of financial crime.
Our team plays a critical role in protecting the Bank, its clients, and the broader financial system, while aligning with Scotiabank's values, risk culture, and enterprise-wide standards.
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📌 Aml Manager (Bogotá)
🏢 Scotiabank
📍 Bogotá