AVP of Fraud Strategy and Operations at Manulife Bank leading fraud prevention and operational frameworks. Responsible for regulatory compliance and innovative fraud management practices.
Responsibilities
Develop and operationalize the Bank’s 1LoD fraud strategy aligned with business objectives and regulatory standards.
Provide strategic direction for fraud prevention, detection, and mitigation programs across all fraud typologies.
Partner with Bank senior leadership to integrate fraud risk considerations into organizational planning and publish annual fraud plan.
Serve as the central point of accountability for fraud risk, aligning with CEO and Board expectations for integrated risk oversight.
Upgrade exec reporting to include KRI/KPI, forecasts, heatmaps; monthly performance packs.
Lead fraud operations teams responsible for alert management, investigations, and case resolution.
Ensure timely and accurate reporting of fraud incidents to internal stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
Oversee fraud stress testing and scenario planning to assess resilience.
Establish and maintain governance frameworks for fraud risk management.
Collaborate with the Global Anti-Fraud Office, Bank Compliance and other oversight bodies.
Drive adoption of advanced fraud detection tools, analytics, and automation by investing in advanced AI/ML detection; implement model governance & drift dashboards; automate triage/reporting.
Monitor fraud model performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
Identify emerging fraud trends and develop proactive strategies.
Build and mentor a high-performing fraud strategy and operations team.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Launch certification-backed curriculum and publish competency matrix.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or related field
10+ years of experience in fraud management, risk, or compliance within financial services.
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) preferred.
Proven track record in strategic planning and operational leadership.
Strong knowledge of fraud detection systems, regulatory frameworks, and operational risk.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Strong strategic thinking and execution skills.
Demonstrated risk management and compliance expertise.
Proven leadership and team development capability.
Advanced data driven decision making skills.
Excellent collaboration and influence abilities.
Bilingualism (English and French) is a strong asset.
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement savings plans
Pension plan
Global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions
Financial education and counseling resources
Paid time off programs in Canada including holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days
Job title
Assistant Vice President – Fraud Strategy and Operations
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