2026 Summer - GRM, AML Investigator (4 Months)

RBC; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A major Canadian bank is seeking an Investigator in the AML Financial Intelligence Unit. You will conduct risk-based investigations to determine signs of money laundering and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. Essential qualifications include an AML background, strong analytical and communication skills, and an undergraduate degree in a relevant field. This role supports the bank's compliance obligations while offering a collaborative environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Flexible benefits and competitive compensation

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• AML background in Canadian banking.
• Strong investigative and analytical skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct and complete risk based investigations.
• Maintain accurate records of all investigative actions.
• Ensure information is treated in accordance with legal requirements.

Skills

Investigation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate degree (Criminology/Criminal Justice Studies preferred)

Job description

Job Description

As an Investigator (Canadian Banking), you will work as an integral member of the AML Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) Investigations team. You will plan, conduct and complete risk based investigations into matters referred to the Unit. Through the gathering, analysis and evaluation of relevant information, you will determine whether sufficient suspicion exists of money laundering, financing of terrorism or other criminal activities, to justify making a report to the Regulatory Authority. As Investigator, you play a key role in complying with legislative/regulatory requirements, and mitigating risk to RBC, in line with established RBC policy.

What will you do?

• Plan, conduct and complete risk based investigations into matters identified from media scans, transaction monitoring, as well as Unusual Transaction Reporting via internal partners
• Maintain accurate records of all investigative actions and decisions taken
• Ensure that all material and information obtained is treated in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements and RBC policy
• Gather information/intelligence from all available sources, in order to determine whether sufficient suspicion of money laundering, financing of terrorism or other criminal activities exists
• Prepare relevant reports as required including documentation in support of any action proposed based on the results of investigations
• Promote and adhere to RBC’s policies and guidelines on Code of Conduct, Personal and Professional Development, Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, Data Protection and Information Security
• Work with the Global AML-FIU Investigation Team and other FIU partners to ensure that investigations are conducted within defined timelines and are escalated in accordance with policies

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have:

• AML background in Canadian banking
• Strong investigative and analytical skills coupled with the ability to think outside the box.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. The ability to gather and present complex information in a simple and concise manner is essential for this role
• Completion of an Undergraduate degree (Criminology/Criminal Justice Studies preferred)

Nice-to-have:

• Working background/experience with the major business segments of RBC
• ACAMS Certification

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

Additional Benefits

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits and competitive compensation
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to do challenging work

Please note:

This posting is for a 4-months Summer 2026 Student placement with a start date of May 2026, and end date of August 2026. In order to be eligible for this 4-months Student position, you must either:

• Be returning back to school after the work term end-date of August 2026 ; or
• If you are not returning back to school (i.e. are graduating in August 2026), you must require the full 4-months work term as a mandatory component to in order to graduate successfully.

Please ensure that you meet these eligibility requirements before applying. Candidates who apply but are found to be ineligible are not able to be considered.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we accept applications on a rolling basis, but please note that the formal application deadline is January 16, 2026. Should you be selected to progress, someone from our team will reach out directly to provide instructions on next steps. Otherwise, feel free to check for progress updates by logging in to your RBC profile. If the status has not changed, it denotes the fact that your application is still under review.

RBC is committed to supporting flexible work arrangements when and where available. The successful candidate for this role will be required to be located within Ontario for the duration of the work term. Details regarding the specific virtual, hybrid, and in-office arrangements for this Integrated Learning/ Co-op position are to be discussed with the Hiring Manager.

Job Skills

Communication, Computer Literacy, Detail-Oriented, Interpersonal Relationships, Listening Effectively, Personal Development, Personal Initiative

Additional Job Details

Address: 885 GEORGIA ST W:VANCOUVER
City: Vancouver
Country: Canada
Work hours/week: 37.5
Employment Type: Full time
Platform: GROUP RISK MANAGEMENT
Job Type: Student/Coop (Fixed Term)
Pay Type: Salaried
Posted Date: 2025-12-12
Application Deadline: 2026-01-18

Note

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

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