About the role
Job Title : Compliance Testing Manager
Location : Markham, Ontario
Job Type : Full-time
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Compliance Testing Manager to manage and execute compliance testing activities across the Bank. This role is responsible for developing annual test plans, performing testing engagements, identifying compliance risks, and supporting the Bank's second line of defense. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in compliance, regulatory requirements, and audit/testing methodologies, with the ability to work independently and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
What You Will Do:
- Develop and maintain the annual Compliance Testing Plan based on regulatory requirements and internal risk assessments.
- Conduct compliance testing engagements across branches and business units to assess adherence to internal policies and external regulations.
- Develop testing scopes, sampling strategies, and detailed testing procedures .
- Identify compliance deficiencies, control gaps, and areas of improvement through testing activities.
- Prepare comprehensive reports summarizing findings, observations, and recommendations for management review.
- Track issue remediation efforts and conduct validation testing to ensure timely closure of identified gaps.
- Periodically review and enhance the compliance testing methodology and procedures based on changes in regulations or business operations.
- Provide guidance and training to team members and assist in building testing skills across the department.
- Support ad-hoc compliance testing projects, investigations, or regulatory inquiries as needed.
- Collaborate closely with business units, Compliance, Risk Management, and Internal Audit teams to strengthen the Bank’s control environment.
What You Bring to the Table:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Risk Management, or a related field .
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in compliance testing, auditing, or regulatory compliance within the financial services sector.
- Solid understanding of Canadian regulatory frameworks (e.g., OSFI, FCAC, Bank Act, PIPEDA, CASL).
- Familiarity with Regulatory Compliance Management (RCM) programs and tools is an asset.
- Strong skills in testing methodology , risk assessment, and report writing.
- Excellent analytical, critical thinking , and problem-solving skills .
- Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present findings clearly and objectively.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Professional certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) , Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) , or equivalent are preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Bank of China (Canada) is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Please note that only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Accommodation: Bank of China (Canada) is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodations, please contact the HR team , and we will be happy to assist.
About Bank of China (Canada)
Bank of China Limited established its Toronto Representative Office on September 8, 1992. Bank of China (Canada) (BOCC), a wholly owned subsidiary of Bank of China Limited, incorporated in Canada as a Schedule II Bank, officially started its operation on May 18, 1993. Currently, BOCC is a member of the Canadian Bankers Association, Canadian Payments Association, Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation ("CDIC"), Canada-China Business Association as well as a member of Canada China Business Council (CCBC).
Since its inception, and with the aim of promoting China-Canada business and supporting the economic development in Canada, bridging the culture communication and folk exchange between the two countries, BOCC provides various kinds of qualify services to both local customers and Chinese invested enterprises in Canada. Its main services include: International Syndicated Loan, Commercial Mortgage, Trade Finance, Trade Settlement, foreign exchange, personal housing mortgage, personal deposit, remittance, currency exchange, credit card, online banking etc. Among all of these services, services denominated in Renminbi (RMB-Chinese currency) have become its featured business.
BOCC is teamed with a group of dedicated and skillful staffs and is committed to providing various kinds of services to its clients through continuous optimizing of its service channels, along with its unique featured service and products which are based on the Bank of China group presence through its worldwide network and diversified banking service platforms such as commercial banking services, investment banking services, insurance business, leasing services and BOC funds operation etc.. All these have been formed into a Brilliant Brand Name of Bank of China image in Canada.
About the role
Job Title : Compliance Testing Manager
Location : Markham, Ontario
Job Type : Full-time
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Compliance Testing Manager to manage and execute compliance testing activities across the Bank. This role is responsible for developing annual test plans, performing testing engagements, identifying compliance risks, and supporting the Bank's second line of defense. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in compliance, regulatory requirements, and audit/testing methodologies, with the ability to work independently and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
What You Will Do:
- Develop and maintain the annual Compliance Testing Plan based on regulatory requirements and internal risk assessments.
- Conduct compliance testing engagements across branches and business units to assess adherence to internal policies and external regulations.
- Develop testing scopes, sampling strategies, and detailed testing procedures .
- Identify compliance deficiencies, control gaps, and areas of improvement through testing activities.
- Prepare comprehensive reports summarizing findings, observations, and recommendations for management review.
- Track issue remediation efforts and conduct validation testing to ensure timely closure of identified gaps.
- Periodically review and enhance the compliance testing methodology and procedures based on changes in regulations or business operations.
- Provide guidance and training to team members and assist in building testing skills across the department.
- Support ad-hoc compliance testing projects, investigations, or regulatory inquiries as needed.
- Collaborate closely with business units, Compliance, Risk Management, and Internal Audit teams to strengthen the Bank’s control environment.
What You Bring to the Table:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Risk Management, or a related field .
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in compliance testing, auditing, or regulatory compliance within the financial services sector.
- Solid understanding of Canadian regulatory frameworks (e.g., OSFI, FCAC, Bank Act, PIPEDA, CASL).
- Familiarity with Regulatory Compliance Management (RCM) programs and tools is an asset.
- Strong skills in testing methodology , risk assessment, and report writing.
- Excellent analytical, critical thinking , and problem-solving skills .
- Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present findings clearly and objectively.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Professional certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) , Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) , or equivalent are preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Bank of China (Canada) is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Please note that only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Accommodation: Bank of China (Canada) is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodations, please contact the HR team , and we will be happy to assist.
About Bank of China (Canada)
Bank of China Limited established its Toronto Representative Office on September 8, 1992. Bank of China (Canada) (BOCC), a wholly owned subsidiary of Bank of China Limited, incorporated in Canada as a Schedule II Bank, officially started its operation on May 18, 1993. Currently, BOCC is a member of the Canadian Bankers Association, Canadian Payments Association, Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation ("CDIC"), Canada-China Business Association as well as a member of Canada China Business Council (CCBC).
Since its inception, and with the aim of promoting China-Canada business and supporting the economic development in Canada, bridging the culture communication and folk exchange between the two countries, BOCC provides various kinds of qualify services to both local customers and Chinese invested enterprises in Canada. Its main services include: International Syndicated Loan, Commercial Mortgage, Trade Finance, Trade Settlement, foreign exchange, personal housing mortgage, personal deposit, remittance, currency exchange, credit card, online banking etc. Among all of these services, services denominated in Renminbi (RMB-Chinese currency) have become its featured business.
BOCC is teamed with a group of dedicated and skillful staffs and is committed to providing various kinds of services to its clients through continuous optimizing of its service channels, along with its unique featured service and products which are based on the Bank of China group presence through its worldwide network and diversified banking service platforms such as commercial banking services, investment banking services, insurance business, leasing services and BOC funds operation etc.. All these have been formed into a Brilliant Brand Name of Bank of China image in Canada.