Robin Ridsdill Brown
About Robin Ridsdill Brown
Robin Ridsdill Brown is a Senior Audit Manager, AML/ATF at CIBC with over 20 years of experience in financial operations, AML, and risk management.
Current Position at CIBC
Robin Ridsdill Brown holds the position of Senior Audit Manager, AML/ATF at CIBC. In this role, which they have held since 2021, Robin effectively utilizes data analytics to conduct audits. These audits ensure that they address the significant risks and that identified issues are thoroughly reported. Robin is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and continuously keeps abreast of regulatory developments and emerging issues affecting CIBC and Internal Audit.
Previous Roles at CIBC
Before their current role, Robin Ridsdill Brown served in multiple capacities at CIBC. From 2019 to 2021, they were the Senior Manager of Enterprise AML Risk Methodology. Prior to that, between 2018 and 2019, Robin was the Senior Manager, AML Enhanced Due Diligence - High Risk Clients, a position they also held from 2017 to 2018. Robin's journey at CIBC began as Manager AML, Enhanced Due Diligence - High Risk Clients, from 2016 to 2017. In these roles, Robin was deeply involved in championing the migration of best practices throughout the organization.
Positions at BMO Financial Group
Robin Ridsdill Brown worked at BMO Financial Group before joining CIBC. From 2013 to 2016, Robin held the title of HR Manager, Corporate Governance at the company's 55 Bloor St. West location in Toronto. Before that, Robin was Manager of Operational Risk at the same location from 2009 to 2013. These roles provided Robin with substantial experience in financial operations, AML, and risk management.
Roles in Financial Services
Robin Ridsdill Brown's career in financial services also includes positions at Franklin Templeton and IFDS. At Franklin Templeton, Robin was Manager, Dealer Services from 2005 to 2009. Robin also worked at IFDS as Unit Manager from 2004 to 2005. Additionally, Robin held the role of Project Manager - National Dealer Operations at Assante Wealth Management from 2001 to 2004. These roles helped Robin build a strong foundation in financial operations and compliance.
Educational Background
Robin Ridsdill Brown has a diverse educational background. They studied at York University, achieving a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Fine and Studio Arts. Robin also holds a postgraduate diploma in Sport and Event Marketing from George Brown College. Additionally, they attained Grade 10 vocal certification in Voice and Opera from the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto. Robin's foundational education was completed at Jarvis Collegiate Institute.