AML EDD Risk Analyst

Global Technical Talent, an Inc. 5000 Company; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 48,216 - 61,992; Part time

Job summary

A leading Canadian financial institution is seeking an AML EDD Risk Analyst to perform quality assurance reviews on high-risk client files. Ideal candidates will have 8-10 years of AML/EDD experience, particularly in handling politically exposed persons. This contract position offers a hybrid work model and strong potential for extension or full-time conversion.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of relevant AML/EDD experience.
• Proven work in EDD workstreams and high-risk customer reviews.
• Experience handling politically exposed persons (PEPs).

Responsibilities

• Perform QA checks on case files for high-risk individuals and businesses.
• Verify account information, ownership structures, and ongoing monitoring requirements.
• Review and evaluate transactions linked to higher-risk jurisdictions.
• Support AML and ATF compliance programs by detecting and escalating financial crime risks.
• Evaluate suspicious activity and document findings in alignment with regulatory reporting.
• Conduct trend analysis of AML/ATF results to identify risk gaps.
• Provide input on AML/EDD policies, procedures, and controls.
• Represent the QA function in projects and initiatives, serving as SME to internal partners.
• Stay current on regulatory changes, market trends, and AML frameworks.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance, risk control, and operational efficiency.

Skills

Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) investigations

High-risk customer reviews

Politically Exposed Person (PEP) handling

Job description

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Primary Job Title: AML EDD Risk Analyst- QA

Alternate/Related Job Titles:

• Enhanced Due Diligence Analyst
• AML Quality Assurance Specialist
• Financial Crime Risk Analyst
• Senior AML Investigator
• Compliance Risk Analyst

Location: Toronto, ON

Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid - 4 days onsite per week (effective November 2025)

Contract Details:

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 12.5 months
• Start: September 19, 2025
• End: September 30, 2026
• Pay Rate: C$35-45/hr
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, core business hours

Job Summary

Join a leading Canadian financial institution as an AML EDD Risk Analyst. In this role, you will perform quality assurance reviews on Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) cases, high-risk client files, and politically exposed persons (PEPs). This is a long-term opportunity with strong potential for contract extension or conversion to full-time.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform QA checks on case files for high-risk individuals and businesses.
• Verify account information, ownership structures, and ongoing monitoring requirements.
• Review and evaluate transactions linked to higher-risk jurisdictions.
• Support AML and ATF compliance programs by detecting and escalating financial crime risks.
• Evaluate suspicious activity and document findings in alignment with regulatory reporting.
• Conduct trend analysis of AML/ATF results to identify risk gaps.
• Provide input on AML/EDD policies, procedures, and controls.
• Represent the QA function in projects and initiatives, serving as SME to internal partners.
• Stay current on regulatory changes, market trends, and AML frameworks.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance, risk control, and operational efficiency.

Required Experience

• 8-10 years of relevant AML/EDD experience
• Proven work in EDD workstreams and high-risk customer reviews
• Experience handling politically exposed persons (PEPs)

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Regulatory reporting exposure
• Financial institution or consulting background
• CAMS certification

Required Skills

• Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) investigations
• High-risk customer reviews
• Politically Exposed Person (PEP) handling

Preferred Skills

• Regulatory reporting knowledge
• Case quality assurance in AML/ATF
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills

Additional Skills

• Coaching and mentoring capabilities
• Risk assessment and escalation
• Knowledge of sanctions and ABAC compliance
• Case documentation and reporting discipline

About the Client

A top 10 Canadian bank delivering retail, commercial, wealth management, and wholesale banking services across North America. Known for its innovation, market leadership, and commitment to compliance.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!

Job Number: 25-26268