Our client, a prestigious financial institution and one of Canada's "Big Five" banks, is actively seeking skilled and detail-oriented AML Investigators to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the organization's efforts in safeguarding the integrity of the financial system by conducting thorough anti-money laundering investigations within a dynamic and supportive environment.
This position will support the success of the Canadian Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), Special Investigations Unit (SIU), or SIU Projects team (SIUP) by conducting money laundering (ML) and terrorist financing (TF) investigations.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct ML / TF investigations, documenting findings in compliance with AML policies and procedures.
- Review client records to identify suspicious activity and determine Reasonable Grounds to Suspect (RGS).
- Investigate high-risk clients, including PEPs, PEFPs, and those subject to sanctions.
- Report RGS and ensure adherence to regulatory reporting timelines.
- Recommend risk-mitigation actions, including demarketing or caution list actions.
- Stay current on ML / TF, Sanctions, and regulatory matters.
- Identify challenges and escalate issues as needed.
- Support effective operations while ensuring compliance with risk frameworks and regulations.
- Contribute to a high-performance, inclusive work environment.
University degree, or equivalent, and a minimum of 1 year of experience in AML and / or risk disciplines. Extensive investigative skills along with 4 years of documented AML or law enforcement experience may substitute for university degree requirements. In addition :
Experience in ML / TF investigations.Knowledge of local and relevant AML laws and regulations.Good investigative skills and demonstrated understanding of complex financial transactions.Strong writing and analytical skills.Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement as to the materiality of risks identified.Proven ability in determining required risk mitigation activities with appropriate consideration to the impact of the business line.Good interpersonal and communication skills.Uses an analytical approach to problem solving, coupled with attention to results and a sense of urgency.Ability to communicate in French and / or Spanish is an asset.Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) designation is an asset.Exemplary integrity and ethics in all instances.Additional Requirements
Must be able to work hybrid at least twice a month : every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month.Be available to work from Mississauga.Compensation
52,000 to $57,000, depending on AML experienceAdditional aspects of compensation package
You will receive a ‘Performance Bonus / Annual Incentive Plan’ of 6%. This will be paid at the end of the fiscal year, provided you are employed at the time of the payout.After 3 months of employment, you will be eligible for 16 days paid vacation, 5 personal days and 10 sick days.After 6 months of employment, you will be eligible for the Employee Share Ownership Program and Pension Plan Matching.You will receive health benefits from day one!Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
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