AML, Compliance Advisor

Richardson Wealth; Toronto; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental benefits

RRSP matching

Paid time off

Performance-based incentive plan

Job summary

Richardson Wealth is seeking an AML compliance professional to oversee the daily and monthly AML program and advise employees on regulatory requirements. This role supports enhancements to the AML framework across the organization and assists with regulatory responses.

The position involves reviewing transactions and client activity for suspicious patterns, ensuring governance per FINTRAC and CIRO policies, and collaborating with Branch Management and other departments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a compliance role with CIRO dealer or similar background.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of how the investment/securities industry functions and RWL processes.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements across Canada.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and take initiative.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and regulatory conferences.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with Dataphile, PortfolioAid and OTRS is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily and monthly AML transaction and account reviews.
• Support unusual and/or suspicious activity reviews and client scrubbing.
• Identify trends in client accounts and escalate AML concerns as needed.
• Governance and documentation for high-risk approvals and activity per FINTRAC and CIRO.
• Adhere to Richardson Wealth procedures and guidelines.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of AML requirements and share insights.
• Provide guidance to Branch Management on Compliance and AML policies.
• Communicate with Management regarding concerns and reporting metrics.
• Assist with regulatory requests and filings (e.g., STRs).
• Coordinate with Operations, Compliance and Credit on issues.
• Contribute to other projects as assigned.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

AML/CIRO knowledge

Regulatory reporting

MS Applications

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

University degree

ACAMS certification

Tools

Dataphile

PortfolioAid

OTRS

Job description

About Us

As a leading Canadian wealth management organization, Richardson Wealth offers the personal touch of a boutique firm while delivering big results. With offices across the country, we are home to some of Canada’s best investment advisors. We’ve embarked on an exciting growth phase – a multi-year transformational journey to enhance our entrepreneurial, high-performing, advisor-centric culture.

About Us

As a leading Canadian wealth management organization, Richardson Wealth offers the personal touch of a boutique firm while delivering big results. With offices across the country, we are home to some of Canada’s best investment advisors. We’ve embarked on an exciting growth phase – a multi-year transformational journey to enhance our entrepreneurial, high-performing, advisor-centric culture.

Position Overview

The primary responsibility of this role is executing oversight of daily and monthly AML supervision program. This role will act as a resource for employees regarding industry regulations and support the enhancement of the AML program. responding to queries of the Investment Advisors and their teams, Branch Management Team and other departments.

This is an existing vacancy.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Conduct oversight of daily and monthly AML transaction and account reviews
• Support unusual and/or suspicious activity reviews and management of Clients noted in ongoing scrubbing
• Identify and elevate trends developing in client accounts with an emphasis on AML/ATF unusual transactions, conducting detailed analysis and escalating concerns where necessary
• Governance and documentation for management of high-risk client's approvals and account activity as outlined by FINTRAC and in Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) policies and other regulatory/corporate guidelines
• Exercise due diligence in following Richardson Wealth (RWL) procedures, policies and guidelines
• Maintain an in-depth understanding of compliance and AML requirements for the industry and share knowledge, issues and challenges as well as sustain knowledge level for regulations
• Provide guidance and support to Branch Management regarding Compliance and AML policies and procedures, including effectively communicating requirements
• Effectively communicate with Management as it relates to concerns and/ or requirements, including the reporting of key metrics
• Assist with regulatory requests and filings as required (eg. STRs)
• Liaise with Operations, Compliance and Credit on Compliance related issues where required
• Other projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a compliance role, preferably with a CIRO dealer, or similar background (e.g. Investment dealer)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong understanding of how the investment/securities industry functions and be able to apply that knowledge to RWL internal processes
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry rules across Canada
• Ability to use initiative and work with minimal supervision
• Self-motivated and interested in ongoing learning and professional development (including attendance of regulatory or educational conferences and seminars)
• Working knowledge of MS Applications including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
• Strong computer and technology skills and familiarity with industry software would be an asset (including Dataphile, PortfolioAid and Open-Source Ticket Request System (OTRS))

Education

• University degree or college diploma
• Completion of ACAMs or equivalent an asset

The expected annualized base salary range for this role is $66,000-$78,000.
The actual salary offered will take into consideration a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the individual’s skill, experience, education and training, and the consideration of internal equity.
Richardson offers a competitive total rewards package in addition to the base pay, which includes a performance-based incentive plan, comprehensive health & dental benefits, a group RRSP matching plan and paid time off.

Why Apply

Our firm is only as good as the people who work here. Our employees are exceptional because they combine in-depth expertise with enthusiasm, and empathy. From our front office talent to our colleagues behind the scenes, we have one focus: to ensure our people thrive here more than anywhere else. Are you innovative, self-driven, and client-centric?

If so, we’re ready to invest in you.

Richardson Wealth is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. We are happy to meet your individual needs in keeping with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Candidates may request accommodation at any point during the interview process.