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Job Number: REQ6329

Location: Calgary or Edmonton

Apply by: Sunday June 18, 2023

Paygrade: N - OTH

# Positions available: 1

System Job Title: Leader 9 Corporate Investigation

Leader Name: MD, Assurance and Corporate Investigations

Is This Position Internal Only

As ATB's next Director of Corporate Investigations (CI), you are an experienced leader with strong knowledge of investigative practices, financial services, have a passion for continuous improvement and an affinity for coaching others with empathy. You develop and grow strong relationships with peers and are a sought-after source of guidance. You value the opportunity to build high performing, motivated teams while coaching others in the optimization of the planning, coordination and reporting of investigation results. You are a player/coach who takes ownership and delivers on specific investigations and strategic initiatives while also leading team members to deliver on their objectives.

Under the leadership of the Managing Director, Assurance and Corporate Investigations, this role is responsible for the leadership of the Corporate Investigations team. You will co-create a vision, with the support of the Managing Director, for the future of corporate investigations including the continuous monitoring program. The Director is responsible for leading, coordinating, supporting and reporting on key department activities and initiatives such as the operating plan and investigation themes.

As the Director, Corporate Investigations, you have a bias for action and are committed to connecting, caring and coaching team members to their fullest potential. You are passionate about continuous learning to accelerate growth; set vivid and compelling visions for people to achieve and you courageously give and receive feedback to support the achievement of outstanding results. You will be a role model for the ATB ID's (the 4 traits that define ATB's core culture) and embody leadership as a profession through ATB's Leadership DNA program.

The primary focus of the Director, Corporate Investigations is to:

• Leading with a growth mindset, provide support and feedback to team members to assist them as they draft their personal and professional development plans as part of their annual performance planning activities (Betterworks)
• Periodically review the Investigator's Handbook and supporting methodology to ensure these resources remain current and continue to add value
• Continuously seek ways to get things done in challenging circumstances with multiple competing priorities while inspiring the team to achieve exceptional results
• Actively participate with other members of the leadership team in setting and achieving departmental strategic goals and objectives
• Provide quality assurance and oversight of all investigations to ensure deliverables (eg. reports, court briefs and evidentiary exhibits) conform to established methodologies and are completed accurately and in a timely manner
• Lead the recovery of losses as a result of internal theft/fraud
• Provide guidance and support to investigators and analysts as they conduct thorough, highly sensitive and confidential investigations into team members suspected of criminal or ethical misconduct
• Conduct investigations, prepare investigative reports and present evidence to senior leadership, law enforcement and in court
• Research, develop, implement and maintain a series of internal fraud detection strategies as part of CI's continuous monitoring program
• Support the Vice-president and Managing Director with reporting to ATB executives, senior management, the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors by gathering, consolidating and analyzing information for your area of responsibility
• Provide oversight and quality assurance of CI's case management system and dashboard to ensure effective tracking, management and timely reporting of all investigations

Requirements

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, ability to work in a team environment;
• Proven time management and administration skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently;
• Designation as a Certified Forensic Investigator (CFI) and/or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) would be considered an asset;
• Must have a valid class 5 Driver's License, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel as required.
• Post-secondary education in Law, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Business, Finance or a related field;
• Demonstrates a passion for continuous improvement, high intellectual curiosity and desire to continuously learn; and
• Typically 10+ years related experience (combinations of investigative, banking and leadership experience will be considered);

At ATB, we know that as you develop in your career, you gain many transferable skills. If you believe your experience and qualities are what we are looking for, please consider applying.

Interested? If you know one of our team members, reach out to them BEFORE applying and ask them for a referral link to help your application stand out.

Online applications are preferred. Please reach out if you require any accommodations.

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