AML Analyst-CAMS/Banking

BeachHead; Toronto; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

BeachHead is seeking an AML Operations Risk Analyst in Toronto to assess transactional activity, detect risks, and flag suspicious activity in line with regulatory requirements.

You will prioritize workload, escalate high-risk transactions, and stay current on AML and sanctions laws while collaborating with internal teams and external contacts, maintaining confidentiality and high professional standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of risk analyst experience or equivalent in AML operations.
• Fundamental knowledge of AML standards, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to research, organize, and prioritize tasks.
• Strong discretion handling confidential information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis of transactional activity to detect risks, identify trends, and flag potential suspicious activity.
• Prioritize and manage workload to meet required service levels for efficiency and accuracy.
• Escalate high-risk or non-standard transactions in accordance with compliance protocols.
• Stay informed of relevant regulations and ensure adherence to AML and sanctions laws.
• Provide technical expertise and operational support on AML/ATF and sanctions-related matters.
• Review information against various lists and guidelines to ensure compliance and flag deviations.
• Handle activities involving multiple steps, systems, and jurisdictions with attention to detail.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Ensure due diligence procedures support transaction accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external contacts as needed, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
• Support a positive team environment by actively participating and sharing knowledge.
• Uphold internal policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Foster a culture of risk awareness and control through adherence to policies and effective processes.

Skills

AML risk analysis

Analytical thinking

MS Office

Communication skills

Discretion

Attention to detail

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Are you experienced in AML operations and looking for a new challenge?

Pay rate range (CAD): $40.75/hr - $48.90/hr

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis of transactional activity to detect risks, identify trends, and flag potential suspicious activity.
• Prioritize and manage workload to meet required service levels for efficiency and accuracy.
• Escalate high-risk or non-standard transactions in accordance with compliance protocols.
• Stay informed of relevant regulations and ensure adherence to AML and sanctions laws.
• Provide technical expertise and operational support on AML/ATF and sanctions-related matters.
• Review information against various lists and guidelines to ensure compliance and flag deviations.
• Handle activities involving multiple steps, systems, and jurisdictions with attention to detail.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Ensure due diligence procedures support transaction accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external contacts as needed, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
• Support a positive team environment by actively participating and sharing knowledge.
• Uphold internal policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Foster a culture of risk awareness and control through adherence to policies and effective processes.

Desired Skill-Set

• 2+ years of risk analyst experience or equivalent in AML operations.
• Fundamental knowledge of AML standards, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to research, organize, and prioritize tasks.
• Strong discretion handling confidential information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail.

Nice to Have

• Experience within banking or financial services.
• CAMS or ACFCS certification.
• Familiarity with compliance monitoring tools and case management systems.

BeachHead is an equal opportunity agency and employer. We advocate for our candidates and welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or physical or mental disability.

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This job posting represents a current or anticipated vacancy. The position may be filled at any time, and the posting may be removed without notice once the role has been filled.

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