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Catherine Smith is a highly experienced legal and compliance professional currently serving as a Senior Manager at Scotiabank since September 2018, where responsibilities include providing legal counsel on inquiries in Canadian Banking and Wealth Management and developing anti-money laundering policies. Previously, Catherine held roles as a Compliance Officer at FINTRAC Canada | CANAFE Canada, working on legislative amendments related to money laundering and terrorist financing and engaging with major financial institutions. Catherine's career began in academia, with positions such as Articling Student at the Canadian Permanent Mission to the United Nations and various legal and research roles, building a strong foundation in international law and public policy. Education includes a Master of Global Affairs from the University of Toronto and a Doctor of Law from the University of Ottawa.