AML Compliance Officer - 6 Month Contract

Raymond James Financial; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

RRSP Matching Program

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Volunteer Days

Discretionary Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Raymond James Ltd. is seeking an AML Compliance Officer for a 6 month contract in Vancouver. The role sits within the Anti-Money Laundering Client Intelligence Unit and focuses on daily AML/ATF, sanctions, and fraud oversight to strengthen financial crime controls.

Responsibilities include client due diligence, name screening, and reporting. CAMS certification or progress is required within 6 months. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years AML/ATF and/or Fraud experience in Canada preferred.
• CAMS certification required or able to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Knowledge of PCMLTFA, FINTRAC Guidelines and other AML regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct due diligence by reviewing client background information and securities transactions as needed.
• Perform daily client name screening and remediation of alerts with documented rationale.
• Serve as SME for AML/ATF inquiries and guidance under AML/ATF legislation and CIRO rules.
• Prepare and/or submit unusual transaction reports within specified timelines.
• Administer policies and procedures to ensure compliance with PCMLTFA requirements.
• Handle other FCM compliance tasks as assigned.

Job description

Job Description - AML Compliance Officer - 6 Month Contract (2600596)

AML Compliance Officer - 6 Month Contract - 2600596

At Raymond James, we develop, we collaborate, we decide, we deliver, and we improve together.

Raymond James Ltd. is Canada’s leading independent investment dealers offering high quality investment products and services to Canadians seeking customized solutions to their wealth management needs.

AML Compliance Officer - 6 Month Contract

How does the role impact the organization?

As part of the Anti-Money Laundering (“AML”) Client Intelligence Unit (“CIU”), you will be primarily responsible for daily Anti-Money Laundering/Anti-Terrorist Financing, Fraud and Sanctions, (collectively, “Financial Crime Management (FCM)”) oversight and operational functions.

What will your role be responsible for?

• Conduct appropriate client due diligence through the review of client background information, and review of securities transactions, as necessary;
• Conduct daily client name screening activities and daily remediation of alerts with documented rationale, including monitoring and testing routines to detect unusual/suspicious activities and to ensure effectiveness of controls;
• Act as the primary SME for inquiries and to provide support and guidance on AML/ATF related matters under AML/ATF legislation and Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) rules;
• Prepare and/or submit unusual transaction reports within specified timeline;
• Administer policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations related to money laundering included in the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA);
• Other FCM compliance tasks as assigned.

What can you expect from us?

Our most important investment is in people. Upon eligibility, Raymond James Ltd. offers flexible workstyles, a competitive compensation and benefits package. Our benefits range from Health Benefits, RRSP Matching Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, Volunteer Days, Discretionary Bonuses, Tuition Reimbursement and many more! We also support internal promotion and community involvement.

What do we expect from you?

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of

• Knowledge of key concepts, practices, and procedures of securities industry and/or banking compliance reviews;
• Familiar with rules and regulations of the PCMLTFA, FINTRAC Guidelines, and other AML-related regulations, rules, or guidance;
• Familiar with fundamental investment concepts, practices and procedures used in the securities industry;
• Understanding of principles of banking and finance and securities industry operations.

Skill in

• Microsoft Office with a willingness and ability to learn new applications;
• Client service and relationship management;
• Analytics and research

Ability to

• Work within deadlines in a high-volume and demanding environment while maintaining a high level of service and an imperative attention to detail;
• Demonstrate advanced face-to-face, email, videoconferencing, and telephone etiquette and relationship management skills;
• Organize and compile data to produce metrics reports;
• Exercise tact and discretion in the handling of confidential information.

Educational/Previous Experience Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years AML/ATF and/or Fraud experience within the securities industry or financial industry in Canada is preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

• CAMS certification required or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

We encourage our associates at all levels to:

• Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
• Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
• Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
• Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
• Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm
  

We encourage our associates at all levels to:

• Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
• Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
• Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
• Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
• Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm

Salary Range:$65,000 - 75,000 annually, in addition to competitive performance bonuses/incentives.

Actual compensation will be determined based on skills, experience, internal equity, and other job requirements.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.

At Raymond James – we honor, value, respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic self, our organization, clients and communities thrive, it is part of our people-first culture. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.
Here at Raymond James we demonstrate our commitment to ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates. To request accommodations, candidates are instructed to contact Human Resources via email at [e-mail] . By reaching out to this email address, candidates can communicate their specific requirements and discuss the necessary accommodations they may need to participate fully in the recruitment process.

We may use automated or AI-enabled tools to support parts of our recruitmentand screening process, including screening, assessing or selecting applicants where applicable. These tools help us review applications efficiently,but they donot replace human decision-making.

Raymond James Ltd. is a member of the Investment IndustryRegulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC) and of the Canadian Investor ProtectionFund (CIPF). Customers’ accounts are protected by the Canadian Investor ProtectionFund within specified limits. A brochure describing the nature and limits ofcoverage is available upon request or at . 3Macs, MacDougall,MacDougall & MacTier and Raymond James Correspondent Services are divisions ofRaymond James Ltd. Raymond James Ltd. is an integrated financial services firm. Itssubsidiaries, Raymond James Investment Counsel Ltd., Raymond James FinancialPlanning Ltd., Raymond James Trust (Canada) and Raymond James Trust (Québec) Ltd.are not members of the IIROC or the CIPF. Please consult each subsidiary’s webpagesfor applicable corporate, regulatory or membership information. www.cipf.ca