TDJP00057905 CAN - AML Business Analyst II

On behalf of our client, a leading global financial institution, we are seeking a strategic and results-oriented Team Lead to join their Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Operations division.

This is a pivotal leadership role designed to support a growing team of analysts during a period of organizational expansion. You will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality control and operational efficiency while fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

As a Team Lead, you will manage a dedicated group of AML Analysts (expanding from 5 to 12 members). Your primary focus is to provide high-level direction, set performance goals, and conduct regular coaching to ensure departmental objectives are met. You will act as the technical subject matter expert for the team, overseeing complex case management and serving as the primary point of escalation for risks and exceptions.

Advantages
Top-Tier FI Exposure: Gain invaluable experience working within one of the world’s most respected financial organizations.

Leadership Impact: Play a critical role in scaling a team from 5 to 12 analysts, directly influencing team culture and operational workflows.

Professional Development: Immediate on-the-job training provided to master proprietary systems and advanced AML processes.

Healthy Meeting Cadence: Stay productive with a streamlined schedule (typically only 2 hours of weekly meetings), allowing you to focus on team mentorship and quality reviews.

Responsibilities
Quality Control (QC): Perform rigorous QC reviews for analyst work concerning Money Service Businesses (MSB), Politically Exposed Persons (PEP), and Adverse Media.

Operational Management: Manage daily operations to meet strict SLA metrics and benchmarks; distribute case volumes based on AML priorities.

Coaching & Guidance: Provide expert determination on complex PEP and MSB cases; lead feedback sessions to reduce error rates and improve quality.

Process Optimization: Identify efficiency opportunities and lead change management initiatives to deliver operational improvements.

Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the key contact for internal partners, providing subject matter expertise on cross-functional enterprise initiatives.

Reporting: Support the management team with ad-hoc reporting and monitor service standards against business objectives.

Qualifications
Experience: 5+ years of relevant experience in the Financial Industry (FI), with at least 2 years in a leadership capacity (Team Lead or Project Lead).

Education: Undergraduate degree is preferred.

Expertise: Sound knowledge of PEP, MSB, and Adverse Media, alongside intermediate AML expertise (risk ratings and typologies).

Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and experience with high-volume case management systems.

Designations (Asset): Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) and/or Certified Financial Crime Specialist (CFCS) designations are highly valued.

Soft Skills: Proven ability to adapt communication styles for various audiences and a track record of meeting deadlines in high-pressure environments.

Summary
This role is a perfect fit for an AML professional with a "lead mindset" who thrives on mentorship and operational precision. If you have a deep background in financial crime investigations and are ready to step into a leadership role that balances technical quality control with strategic team growth, we encourage you to apply and join this industry-leading team.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.