AML investigator

Do you have previous experience conducting research? Are you looking to work within a bank environment? Do you happen to have previous AML or capital markets experience? If you have any of these skills, this is a great opportunity for you!

Our client, a top 5 Canadian bank, is looking for a AML - investigator in Mississauga/ Scarborough.

Job Title: AML Investigator (Level 5)
Location: Mississauga/ Scarborough
Workstyle: Hybrid / remote: 2 days in office a month
Salary: $52k – $57k (based on experience)
Start date: Soon, end of February,2025
Top 5 Banks in Canada

Advantages
-Perform and document investigations, including clearly reasoned findings, along with maintaining supporting information, in accordance with Enterprise AML and internal policies and procedures.
-Investigate Client records, activities, and account information to determine whether unusual activity may indicate RGS.
-Identify and investigate high-risk Clients, including, but not limited to, potential politically exposed persons (PEPs)/politically exposed foreign persons (PEFPs), and/or Sanctions, and refers, as appropriate, to internal partners (e.g., EDDU, Global Sanctions, etc.).
-Prepare and deliver investigative results to the appropriate staff, including identification of trends and areas of improvement.
-Identify and report RGS within the regulatory reporting requirements and timelines.
-Recommend risk-mitigation actions and next steps at the conclusion of case investigations, including, but not limited to, demarketing, retain, or Caution List recommendations.
-Maintain up-to-date knowledge and skill sets relevant for ML/TF, Sanctions, and other regulatory matters to perform case investigations.
-Identify challenges and obstacles related to the team’s objectives and escalates them accordingly.
-Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
-Actively pursue effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to, and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational risk, regulatory compliance risk, and conduct risk, including, but not limited to, responsibilities under the Operational Risk Management Framework, Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Framework, AML/ATF Global Handbook, -and the Guidelines for Business Conduct.
-Champion a high-performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities
-Investigate and evaluate complex financial transactions to identify suspicious activity and potential money laundering risks.
-Gather, assess, and present findings in a clear, concise, and actionable manner.
-Document investigations thoroughly, ensuring compliance with all AML regulations.
-Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to support investigative efforts.
-Analyze data to identify trends, patterns, and potential risks associated with financial transactions.
-Conduct interviews and inquiries, providing detailed reports to ensure full regulatory compliance.
-Stay up-to-date with relevant AML laws, regulations, and industry best practices.

Qualifications
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.

Summary
Interested in joining a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. ? Apply online today!

Please apply to this exciting opportunity by choosing one of the following options:
1) Apply directly to this posting
2) Directly on www.randstad.ca
3) Send your resumes to aditi.gandhi@randstad.ca add subject: AML Investigator

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