Senior Governance & Control Analyst (US)
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Job description
The Senior Governance & Control Analyst provides specialized business governance and control guidance and support for a business or functional area and implements policies/processes and/or initiatives to meet business governance and control objectives. May provide complex reporting, analysis, testing and assessments at the functional or enterprise level and is generally a lead or SME for a given area/function.
Depth & Scope:
- SME level professional role requiring in-depth business knowledge/expertise in own domain/field of specialty and working knowledge of broader related areas
- Integrates the broader organizational context into advice and solutions within own area
- Understands a certain aspect of the industry, competition and the factors that differentiate the organization
- Applies best practices to implement process, product or service improvements
- Leads projects of moderately to complex risk and resource requirements; may lead end-to-end processes or functional programs
- Contributes to setting standards within area of expertise
- Solves complex problems requiring analysis of multiple variables, including consultation with multiple stakeholders
- Uses advanced methods to contribute to new solutions and recommend standards against which others will operate
- Interprets guidelines, standards, policies and results of analysis to inform decision making at senior levels
- Works independently as a SME or lead and guides others within area of expertise, * Provides specialized business governance and control related advice/support to management/leadership and respective teams for area(s) of specialization
- Leads on the implementation of governance and control initiatives in support of the overall business/function strategy
- Manages a set of business governance and control work activities requiring coordination across multiple areas
- Reviews processes and controls and connects the dots across issues and control deficiencies in order to increase standardization of solutions, processes and controls
- Supports/manages the integrated implementation of policies/processes/procedures/changes across multiple functional areas
- Provides subject matter expertise to projects/initiatives, and participates in identifying, designing and testing solutions and supporting implementation activities
Shareholder Accountabilities:
- Ensures programs/policies/practices are well-managed, meet business needs/priorities, and comply with internal/external requirements
- Exercises discretion in managing communication/correspondence, information and all matters of confidentiality
- Conducts research projects; supports the development/delivery of materials and presentations to management or broader audience
- Adheres to enterprise frameworks or methodologies that relate to activities for own business area
- May lead work streams by acting as a project lead/SME for medium-scale projects/initiatives in accordance with project management methodologies
- Protects the interests of the organization - identifies and manages risks, and escalates non-standard, high-risk transactions/activities as necessary
- Maintains a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetite
- Is knowledgeable of and complies with Bank Code of Conduct
Employee/Team Accountabilities:
- Participates as a member of the team, supports a positive work environment and ensures timely communication
- Supports team by regularly enhancing knowledge/expertise in own area and participates in knowledge transfer
- Keeps current on emerging trends/developments and grows knowledge of the business, related tools and techniques
- Keeps others informed about the status/progress of projects
- Contributes to team development of skills and capabilities through mentorship of others, by sharing knowledge and experiences and leveraging best practices
- Contributes to a fair, positive and equitable environment
- Acts as a brand ambassador for your business area/function and the Bank, 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.
Requirements
Do you have experience in Research?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * Undergraduate degree preferred
- Broad and deep knowledge of business and risk and control environment
- 5+ years of relevant experience
- Proficient knowledge of governance, risk and control procedures, strategies & tactics
- Proficient Knowledge of current and emerging trends
- Skill in mentoring/ coaching others
- Skill in using analytical software tools, data analysis methods and reporting techniques
- 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
- Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions
- Ability to analyze, research, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines
- Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion, * Master's degree preferred in public policy, technology policy, cybersecurity, risk management, or a related field
- Experience supporting governance, regulatory, or risk management initiatives, including development of frameworks, standards, or taxonomies
- Strong understanding of technology risk domains (e.g., cybersecurity, operational risk, AI governance, or emerging technology risks)
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex risk analysis into clear, executive-ready communication and reporting
- Experience working across stakeholders (e.g., business, technology, policy, or external partners) to drive alignment and deliver outcomes
- Analytical and research skills, including ability to assess emerging risks, regulatory expectations, and industry best practice
Benefits & conditions
Pulled from the full job description
- Health insurance
- Paid time off, 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, 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.