Analyst

The Role :

First National’s AML Department is responsible for establishing and implementing a robust compliance program which is managed through the implementation, monitoring, and testing of internal AML controls, policy and procedure development, and through the ongoing training of First National employees.

The AML Analyst is responsible for supporting the AML team with the anti-money laundering and anti-terrorist financing screening process and the adjudication of transactions generated by the AML Department’s Transaction Monitoring System and other lines of business.

The Analyst will also support the team with additional projects.

Reporting To :

Manager, AML (Commercial Mortgages)

Full-Time / Part-Time :

Full-time

Posting Date : April 9, 2024

April 9, 2024

Closing Date : April 23, 2024

April 23, 2024

Hours of Work :

8 : 30 a.m. 5 : 00 p.m.

Grade : Office Location :

Office Location : 8.6 Toronto

8.6 Toronto

What we offer :

Highly competitive compensation package which includes base salary, bonus, benefits, and career advancement opportunities!

Eligibility for benefits is dependent on the terms of employment

What You Will Do :

• Review commercial mortgage files and documentation to identify AML risks and ensure compliance with internal AML policies.
• Review potential matches against Canadian and International lists of sanctioned individuals and entities via our screening platform.
• Assess the impact of positive matches, via our screening system, in accordance with AML policies and procedures.
• Investigate, identify, and monitor unusual transactions and suspicious activity as referred by our business partners and transaction monitoring system.
• Make recommendations regarding high-risk relationships and direct the business on the appropriate level of monitoring.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of the AML compliance training material, records, policies, and procedures, as communicated by the Manager.
• Conduct regular audits, assessments and / or testing of business unit AML controls.
• Identify areas of improvement and make recommendations to mitigate AML / ATF risk and gaps.
• Monitor effectiveness of screening framework.
• Conduct ad-hoc searches for third parties.
• Input general notes and information into mortgage systems.
• Complete special projects as assigned by Manager.

The Requirements Needed :

• Previous experience in the financial sector.
• AML experience (or similar) preferred.
• Post-secondary education and / or equivalent work experience required.
• Previous office experience required.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, structured, and team-based environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).
• Proficiency in SQL and data management an asset.
• Proactive and self-reliant; some tasks may be repetitive and successful candidates must be self-motivated.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices.
• Ability to apply critical thinking to complex and sensitive cases.
• Previous experience using a screening and / or transaction monitoring system is an asset.
• Candidate must be able to process high volumes with the ability to work independently.
• Bilingualism (French, English) an asset.

The team you will join :

Founded in 1988, First National is one of Canada’s largest non-bank lenders. We provide residential mortgages exclusively through our mortgage broker channel and service commercial clients through our national origination team of empowered advisors.

At First National, It’s in our Nature is our rallying cry. It underlies our values, beliefs, and how we show up for each other, our clients, our partners, and the community.

Our nature defines who we are and guides every decision we make.

First National is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.

First National supports requests for accommodation from applicants with disabilities; please contact Human Resources at [email protected] .

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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