Scott Davidson
About Scott Davidson
Scott Davidson is a Senior Compliance Officer with extensive experience in the financial sector, currently working for the Government of Canada since 2019. He has held various positions in compliance and auditing at organizations such as Transamerica and Bank of Montreal, and has completed multiple relevant certifications in finance and compliance.
Work at Government of Canada
Scott Davidson has been serving as a Senior Compliance Officer at the Government of Canada since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and policies within the organization. His position involves monitoring and assessing compliance risks, as well as implementing necessary measures to mitigate those risks. His tenure at the Government of Canada spans over five years, during which he has contributed to the integrity and accountability of government operations.
Professional Experience in Compliance and Auditing
Prior to his current role, Scott Davidson held various positions in the financial sector. He worked as an Audit Manager at Transamerica from 2017 to 2019, where he oversaw audit processes and ensured adherence to compliance standards. Before that, he served as an Auditor at Transamerica for six months in 2016. His career also includes a role as a Compliance Officer at BMO Nesbitt Burns from 2014 to 2016, where he focused on regulatory compliance and risk management.
Education and Expertise
Scott Davidson has a solid educational background in finance and compliance. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Dalhousie University from 2005 to 2009. He furthered his expertise by completing the Life License Qualification Program (LLQP) at the Canadian Securities Institute in 2011. Additionally, he studied at the Investment Fund Institute of Canada, where he achieved the Branch Managers Certification and the Partners, Officers and Directors Course (PDO) in 2017.
Background in Financial Services
Scott Davidson began his career in the financial services industry as a Financial Advisor at Freedom 55 Financial in 2011. He later worked at the Bank of Montreal in Client Services from 2011 to 2014, gaining experience in customer relations and financial products. His roles in various financial institutions have provided him with a comprehensive understanding of compliance, auditing, and client service within the financial sector.