Advisor in Due Diligence

National Bank of Canada; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness program

Flexible group insurance

Generous pension plan

Employee Share Ownership Plan

Telemedicine service

Virtual sleep clinic

Job summary

National Bank of Canada is seeking an Advisor in Capital Markets Client Due Diligence to specialize in due diligence and risk alert management. You will assess client-related risks, conduct enhanced due diligence reviews, and ensure AML/ATF regulatory compliance to protect the organization and support Wealth Management activities.

You will analyze client information and indicators, document findings, advise Wealth Management partners, monitor regulatory developments, and contribute to procedures

Qualifications

• University certificate with 6 years of relevant experience; OR bachelor’s with 4 years; OR master’s with 2 years.
• Strong knowledge of Wealth Management activities and regulatory frameworks including CIRO and OSFI.
• Experience interpreting compliance requirements in financial services.
• Experience conducting due diligence, risk assessments, investigations, or compliance analyses.
• Knowledge of PCMLTFA and related regulations is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct enhanced due diligence reviews and assess AML/ATF alerts.
• Analyze client information, risk indicators, and documentation to determine actions.
• Research and document findings using applicable tools and procedures.
• Advise Wealth Management partners with guidance on due diligence and regulatory expectations.
• Monitor emerging money laundering typologies and regulatory developments.

Skills

Wealth Management

Regulatory compliance

Due diligence

Investigations

CIRO knowledge

PCMLTFA knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

University certificate

Job description

A career as an Advisor in the Capital Markets Client Due Diligence team at National Bank means acting as a specialist in due diligence and risk alert management. In this role, you will help protect the organization and support Wealth Management activities by assessing client-related risks, conducting enhanced due diligence reviews, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements related to anti-money laundering and anti-terrorist financing. Your expertise in risk analysis, regulatory compliance, and investigative research will have a direct impact on the quality and integrity of our operations. Your role

• Conduct enhanced due diligence reviews and assess alerts related to anti-money laundering and anti-terrorist financing activities in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.
• Analyze client information, risk indicators, and supporting documentation to determine appropriate actions and recommendations.
• Research and document findings using available tools, systems, and applications while ensuring adherence to established procedures.
• Advise Wealth Management partners by providing guidance, recommendations, and expertise on due diligence matters and regulatory expectations.
• Monitor emerging money laundering typologies, regulatory developments, and industry best practices to support sound risk management decisions.
• Contribute to the enhancement of procedures, controls, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives supporting the team’s activities.

Your team

The Capital Markets Operations sector consists of specialists who work in an agile, proactive, and collaborative manner to manage risk, strengthen compliance practices, and continuously improve processes.

Within the Capital Markets Client Due Diligence team, you are part of a multidisciplinary group of compliance and operations professionals and report to the Senior Director, Capital Markets Client Due Diligence. Our team stands out for its strong collaboration, expertise in regulatory compliance, and commitment to delivering high-quality risk assessments. We aim to offer you maximum flexibility to promote your quality of life. This includes a hybrid work environment and a flexible, adaptable schedule.

The Bank values continuous development and internal mobility. Our personalized training programs, based on learning through action, allow you to master your role and develop new areas of expertise. Tools such as the Data Academy, language training, the Harvard Learning Center, and coaching and mentoring support are available to you at all times.

Requirements

• Hold a university certificate and 6 years of relevant experience; OR a bachelor’s degree and 4 years of relevant experience; OR a master’s degree and 2 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of Wealth Management activities and applicable regulatory frameworks, including CIRO regulations and OSFI standards.
• Possess experience interpreting compliance requirements, regulatory obligations, and industry standards within financial services.
• Have experience conducting due diligence reviews, risk assessments, investigations, or compliance-related analyses.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA) and related regulations, considered a strong asset.

Languages

French, English

Reason to require this language

You will need to work closely with our colleagues outside Quebec.

Required skills

Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Diversity & Inclusion, Empathy, Initiative, Learning Agility, Resiliency, Teamwork

Your benefits

In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family such as:

• Health and wellness program, including many options
• Flexible group insurance
• Generous pension plan
• Employee Share Ownership Plan
• Employee and family assistance program
• Preferential banking services
• Involvement in community initiatives
• Telemedicine service
• Virtual sleep clinic

We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family.

Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We value employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication are encouraged.

Making a bold move in a people-first environment

We’re a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on people’s lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusion is central to our commitments. We aim, wherever possible, to provide a barrier-free and accessible environment to all employees.

We strive to provide accessibility measures throughout the recruitment process within the limits of our available resources. If you require accommodations, feel free to let us know during our initial conversations. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?

Join us!