Senior Group Risk Specialist - 2LoD Controls Testing and Oversight

Work Location:

New York, New York, United States of America

Hours:

40

Pay Details:

$115,440 - $186,160 USD

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Line of Business:

Risk Management

Job Description:

The Senior Group Risk Specialist provides a comprehensive and diverse range of risk management expertise to business leaders. Leads and supports the implementation of appropriate risk frameworks and leading related management activities to mitigate enterprise and/or business-wide risk exposures for key business segment of the Bank or functional area. May provide oversight, commentary, and recommendations based on overall strategy and industry best practices.

Department Overview:

TD Bank is guided by the Three Lines of Defense (LOD) Risk Framework: Risk Ownership (1LOD), Risk Oversight (2LOD), and Internal Audit (3LOD). The second line is independent of the business and provides policies, standards, and methodologies, with the authority to assess and challenge the first line to ensure adherence to those standards. In this role, you will lead and support the implementation of risk frameworks and oversight activities that mitigate enterprise risks. You will also lead the end-to-end controls testing and validation—from planning through execution—by assessing and socializing issues, monitoring remediation, and producing independent reporting across business processes and technology platforms, including support for regulatory and internal risk reporting.

Depth & Scope:

• Recognized as top level  expert within the company and requires significant in-depth and/or breadth of expertise in a complex field and knowledge of broader related areas

• Senior specialist providing advisory services to executives, business segment leaders and governs requirements for own work

• Integrates knowledge of the enterprise function’s or business segment’s strategy in leading program design, policy formulation or operating standards within one or more areas of expertise

• Anticipates emerging business trends and regulatory/risk issues as a basis for recommending large-scale product, technical, functional or operations improvements

• Serves as a source of expert advice to senior management in field of specialty; may lead team(s) of related specialists/experts

• Advises on execution strategy and leads the development and deployment of functional programs or initiatives within own field or across multiple specialties

• Solves unique and ambiguous problems with broad impact; typically oversees standards, controls and operating methods that have significant financial and operational impact within the context of own field

• Requires innovative thinking to develop new solutions

• Impacts the technical or functional direction and resource allocation of part of an enterprise function or business segment

• Works within general policies and industry guidelines

• Engages stakeholders to take action; serves as a source of expert advice, influences change; frames information in a broader context

• Provides leadership guidance, makes recommendations and collaborates with business  to ensure solutions meet the business needs on a complex project or program

• Identifies and leads problem resolution for project/program complex requirements related issues at all levels

Education & Experience:

• Undergraduate degree or technical certificate and/or

• 10+ years relevant experience

• Advanced knowledge of risk management governance, programs, policies, practices, operating frameworks & reporting for business supported and/or area of discipline to deliver objective guidance and independent challenge on initiatives.

• Knowledge of risk management environment, standards, regulations and mitigation

• Knowledge of current and emerging competitor and market trends

• Ability to contribute to strategic direction of the function and provide advice to senior leadership

• Skill in mentoring and coaching

• Skill in using advanced analytical software tools, data analysis methods and specialized reporting techniques

• Advanced ability to lead, plan, implement, and evaluate program/project activities to ensure completion of initiatives

• Ability to make an impact, influence, and achieve results with effective negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skills

• Skill in using computer applications including MS Office

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form

• Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships across teams and functions

• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently

• Ability to exercise sound judgement in making decisions

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

The Senior Group Risk Specialist is responsible for leading the execution of independent Second Line of Defense (2LoD) testing and validation programs across regulatory reporting, internal risk reporting, data risk management, and liquidity and capital risk management. This role provides independent review and challenge of First and Second Line processes, controls, data, and reporting practices to assess compliance with regulatory requirements, internal standards, and industry-leading practices. Responsibilities include leading the evaluation of end-to-end data lineage, data transformations, calculation methodologies, control frameworks, and reporting governance to validate the integrity, accuracy, and regulatory compliance of risk management and reporting processes.

The role requires hands-on experience and knowledge of leading industry practices pertaining to controls testing, operational risk management, regulatory reporting requirements, liquidity and capital risk management, and risk data aggregation and reporting, as well as capabilities to lead a team of testing professionals and influence senior stakeholders across business, risk, finance, technology, and data management functions.

Preferred Experience/Qualifications:

• Lead 2LOD testing of business and technology controls, including scoping, planning, execution, documentation, and issue tracking/reporting

• Lead the execution of independent testing in the following areas: Control Design & Operating Effectiveness, Transactions Testing, Data Reconciliations, Logic Reperformance, Data Profiling/Analytics, End-User Computing (EUC) Review, Policy & Procedure Review, Governance/Oversight, and Regulatory Rule Compliance

• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate controls testing (where appropriate), including through the use of generative AI, agentic AI, and RPI

• Proactively identify and assess risks; escalate to management as needed; confirm findings and drive action plans to mitigate and manage risks

• Determine testing approach, including frequency, scope, key data element selection, sampling methodology, and test procedures in alignment with the 2LOD testing framework

• Support the maintenance of the testing inventory and update the testing universe and plans based on the regulatory landscape and changes in the internal risk profile

• Partner with business and technology stakeholders to review key controls, identify potential control gaps, and agree on remediation plans

• Evaluate processes and controls and connect themes across issues/deficiencies to improve standardization of solutions, processes, and controls

• Monitor emerging issues, trends, and evolving regulatory requirements; assess impacts; and recommend actions to management

• Manage deliverables and timelines and provide proactive status updates to management

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree and/or relevant certifications (e.g., CRISC, CISA, CIA, CPA, FRM, CFA) preferred

• 7+ years of experience in risk management, internal audit, controls testing, compliance, or a related field within financial services

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Copilot and other generative and agentic AI tools to automate and improve processes

• Experience with any of the following reports is a plus: FR 2052a, US LCR, US NSFR, FR Y9C, Call Report, FR Y-15, FR Y14-Q/M, FR Y-14A (CCAR, DFAST)

• In-depth knowledge of retail banking products, processes, and associated risk and control frameworks is considered a strong asset

• Ability to interpret guidelines, standards, policies, and analytical results to inform senior-level decision-making

• Ability to work with large datasets and perform data analytics (e.g., trend analysis, anomaly detection, sampling)

• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to identify root causes of issues and observations

• Strong analytical and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

• Confidence and judgment to challenge the status quo and engage in constructive challenge when needed

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with cross-functional teams

Customer Accountabilities:

• Leads the development and/or implementation of specific standards, policies and/or processes that identify, report on and mitigate operational (or all major) risk exposures within the business

• Proactively analyzes potential risks and ensures escalation of key risks to appropriate areas and/or executive review with business executive findings and action plans to mitigate and manage these risks

• Establishes and provides on-going analysis and reporting on operational risk and/or other major risk categories as applicable to own business or functional area, and reviews findings and action plans with business leaders to mitigate and manage key issues

• Coordinates and/or guides activities relating to core operational risk disciplines/programs including, Risk & Control Self-Assessment, Business Continuity Management, Outsourcing & Vendor Management, Regulatory Compliance (e.g. CDIC, AML, Privacy, IDA, CBA, SOX, Basel etc.)

• Supports enterprise-wide operational risk escalation, review and approval processes, data management, policies and risk assessment processes

• Directs the development and monitoring of Key Risk Indicators and facilitate communication and resolution of risk issues among other business segments where applicable

• May be accountable for managing ancillary operational risk areas (e.g. BCM/incident management, outsourcing/vendor management, fraud aggregation and assessment, Basel implementation/capital analysis, change management, Privacy, AML, LCM and other regulatory issues), in addition to core functions

• May be responsible for providing support for other major risk areas (e.g. Market, Credit, Reputational and/or Regulatory risks etc.)

• May be a point of contact for guidance in the monitoring/reporting of compliance, management, and strategic initiatives

• Provides broad/deep commentary in support of the development/maintenance/oversight of policies/procedures/practices, as required

Shareholder Accountabilities:

• Adheres to enterprise frameworks or methodologies that relate to activities for our business area

• Ensures respective programs/policies/practices are well managed, meet business needs, comply with internal and external requirements, and align with business priorities

• Consistently exercises discretion in managing correspondence, information and all matters of confidentiality; escalates issues where appropriate

• Ensures business operations are in compliance with applicable internal and external requirements ( e.g. financial controls, segregation of duties, transaction approvals and physical control of assets)

• Participates in cross-functional/enterprise/initiatives as a subject matter expert helping to identify risk/provide guidance for complex situations

• Conducts internal and external research projects; supports the development/delivery of presentations/communications to management or broader audience

• Conducts meaningful analysis at the functional or enterprise level using results to draw conclusions, make recommendations and assess the effectiveness of programs/policies/practices

• Monitors service, productivity and assesses efficiency levels within own function and implements continuous process/performance improvements where opportunities exist

• Leads/facilitates and/or implements actions/remediation plans to address performance/risk/governance issues

• Actively manages relationships within and across various business lines, corporate and/or oversight functions and ensures alignment with enterprise and/or regulatory requirements

• Keeps abreast of emerging issues, trends, and evolving regulatory requirements and assesses potential impacts

• Maintains a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetite

Employee/Team Accountabilities:

• Participates fully as a member of the team, supports a positive work environment that promotes service to the business, quality, innovation and teamwork and ensures timely communication of issues/points of interest

• Provides thought leadership and/or industry knowledge for own area of expertise in own area and participates in knowledge transfer within the team and business unit

• Keeps current on emerging trends/developments and grows knowledge of the business, related tools and techniques

• Participates in personal performance management and development activities, including cross training within own team

• Keeps others informed and up-to-date about the status/progress of projects and/or all relevant or useful information related to day-to-day activities

• Contributes to team development of skills and capabilities through mentorship of others, by sharing knowledge and experiences and leveraging best practices

• Leads, motivates and develops relationships with internal and external business partners/stakeholders to develop productive working relationships

• Contributes to a fair, positive and equitable environment that supports a diverse workforce

• Acts as a brand ambassador for your business area/function and the bank, both internally and/or externally

Physical Requirements:

Never: 0%; Occasional: 1-33%; Frequent: 34-66%; Continuous: 67-100%

• Domestic Travel – Occasional

• International Travel – Never

• Performing sedentary work – Continuous

• Performing multiple tasks – Continuous

• Operating standard office equipment - Continuous

• Responding quickly to sounds – Occasional

• Sitting – Continuous

• Standing – Occasional

• Walking – Occasional

• Moving safely in confined spaces – Occasional

• Lifting/Carrying (under 25 lbs.) – Occasional

• Lifting/Carrying (over 25 lbs.) – Never

• Squatting – Occasional

• Bending – Occasional

• Kneeling – Never

• Crawling – Never

• Climbing – Never

• Reaching overhead – Never

• Reaching forward – Occasional

• Pushing – Never

• Pulling – Never

• Twisting – Never

• Concentrating for long periods of time – Continuous

• Applying common sense to deal with problems involving standardized situations – Continuous

• Reading, writing and comprehending instructions – Continuous

• Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing – Continuous

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The listed or specified responsibilities & duties are considered essential functions for ADA purposes.

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 strive to make every interaction, product, and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple for 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 foster deeper relationships, ensure disciplined execution, and build a simpler, faster banking experience. TD is deeply committed to being a leader in client experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are client facing. Together, we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients, colleagues and communities.

Our Total Rewards Package

Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes base salary and variable compensation/incentive awards (e.g., eligibility for cash and/or equity incentive awards, generally through participation in an incentive plan) and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off (including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO), banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition. Learn more

Additional Information:
We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Colleague Development

If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities.

If you’re passionate about helping clients and building deep, lasting relationships, TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact.  

We're committed to your success and foster a respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, everyone has fair opportunities to grow, and you can unlock your full potential to achieve your career goals. Here at TD, we hire and develop the best.

Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process
We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation

TD Bank is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, please email TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at USWAPTDO@td.com.  Include your full name, best way to reach you and the accommodation needed to assist you with the applicant process.