Aml compliance senior analyst

Société Financière Manuvie; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior AML Compliance Analyst, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with AML/ATF regulations. This position involves conducting complex investigations, assessing transaction alerts, and managing cases effectively. You'll have the opportunity to work in a flexible environment that values growth and well-being, while being part of a diverse global team committed to inclusion. If you are passionate about making a difference in the financial sector, this role offers a unique chance to shape the future of compliance and risk management.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Career growth opportunities

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 3+ years of AML/ATF experience with strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication skills to convey complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct AML assessments and manage cases based on complex referrals.
• Lead multiple AML assessments while ensuring accurate record-keeping.

Skills

AML/ATF experience

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Detail-oriented

Education

CAMS certification

Experience in Banking/Securities sector

Tools

AML/ATF management & reporting systems

PRM

FCRM

FWR

Job description

The AML/ATF Operations team is responsible for complying with the anti-money laundering/anti-terrorist financing (AML/ATF) regulations on behalf of all Canadian domiciled entities of Manulife. This includes: The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company, Manulife Investment Management Limited, Manulife Wealth, Manulife Investments and Manulife Bank and Trust. Reporting to the AML/ATF Program Manager, the Senior AML Compliance Analyst will be responsible for the effective investigation and case management of complex watch list scanning and transaction scenario monitoring for all lines of business in accordance with Manulife’s AML/ATF policies and procedures.

Position Responsibilities:

• Conduct AML assessments based on complex referrals from Business Areas and determine the appropriate course of action based on unusual activity.
• Assess higher risk daily transaction monitoring alerts, understanding the indicators, facts, and context of the transaction activity.
• Use judgment and knowledge of money laundering patterns to assess whether transactions are suspicious; conduct complex investigations; make recommendations as to the appropriate course of action and documenting details of suspicion where required.
• Ensure accurate case management and record-keeping protocols are maintained with regards to regulatory filing requirements.
• Lead several AML assessments concurrently as well as performing enhanced due diligence as part of ongoing monitoring of high-risk customers.

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of AML/ATF experience with demonstrated experience in time management.
• Strong understanding of AML/ATF regulations and risk management.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to communicate complex issues and circumstances to all levels of staff and management.
• Detail oriented, able to handle multiple tasks, and adapt quickly to changing business needs to meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Solid experience with AML/ATF management & reporting systems (e.g., PRM, FCRM, FWR).
• Strong knowledge of all Manulife products, processes, and systems.
• Banking and/or Securities sector AMLT/ATF experience.
• CAMS certification.
• Bilingual in French.

When you join our team:

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

Manulife is an equal opportunity employer.

At Manulife/John Hancock, we value diversity. We strive to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that is as diverse as our customers and to foster an inclusive workplace that leverages the diversity of our employees and their skills. We are committed to ensuring equitable recruitment, retention, advancement, and compensation, and we administer all our practices and programs without discrimination based on race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, gender (including pregnancy and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground under applicable law.