AML Manager

Altis; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 89,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Altis in Canada seeks an experienced AML/ATF Governance Manager for a 6-month contract to strengthen governance and support financial crime prevention. You will lead governance, respond to regulatory changes, and drive continuous improvement in AML/ATF and sanctions programs.

You will collaborate with senior leadership, compliance professionals, and business partners to strengthen controls, oversee a quality control program, and coordinate changes with regulators.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in retail banking and 5+ years AML/ATF experience.
• CAMs certification or equivalent designation; audit/risk certs are assets.
• Strong knowledge of Proceeds of Crime and Terrorist Financing Act, Bank Act, privacy requirements.
• Expertise in AML/ATF systems, transaction monitoring, sanctions risks, regulatory interpretation, and risk controls.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word with strong analytical and communication skills.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management with discretion handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Lead AML/ATF governance activities, maintaining policies, procedures, standards, and risk assessments.
• Oversee AML/ATF quality control program, providing leadership and coaching to team members.
• Interpret regulatory requirements, including FINTRAC guidance, and coordinate necessary changes.
• Optimize AML systems, review transaction monitoring rules, and collaborate with vendors.
• Conduct risk assessments, control testing, and gap analyses with mitigation recommendations.
• Support regulatory audits, training initiatives, and management/board reporting.
• Collaborate with compliance, legal, risk, and business teams to strengthen controls and drive improvements.

Skills

AML governance

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Audit & risk

Advanced Excel

Education

Post-secondary education in business, banking, criminology, law, economics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Language: Excellent written and spoken English communication skills

Duration: 6-month contract

Background Check Requirement: Criminal Background, Credit Check and References

About the Opportunity

Are you an experienced Anti-Money Laundering (AML) professional who enjoys strengthening governance, managing risk, and driving meaningful change? An established financial services organization is seeking a Manager, AML/ATF Governance for a 6-month contract to enhance its compliance framework and support effective financial crime prevention.

In this role, you'll collaborate with senior leadership, compliance professionals, and business partners to strengthen AML/ATF and sanctions programs, respond to regulatory changes, and drive continuous improvement.

What's In It for You

• Make a meaningful impact on financial crime prevention and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with experienced leaders and cross-functional teams in a supportive environment.
• Lead a dedicated quality control team and contribute to high-impact initiatives.
• Gain exposure to regulatory developments, emerging risks, and strategic compliance projects.

Your Responsibilities

• You'll lead AML/ATF governance activities, maintaining policies, procedures, standards, and inherent risk assessments.
• You'll oversee the AML/ATF quality control program, providing leadership, coaching, and guidance to team members.
• You'll interpret regulatory requirements, including FINTRAC guidance, and coordinate necessary changes.
• You'll optimize AML systems, review transaction monitoring rules, and collaborate with vendors to enhance effectiveness.
• You'll conduct risk assessments, control testing, and gap analyses, recommending practical mitigation strategies.
• You'll support regulatory audits, develop training initiatives, and contribute to management and board reporting.
• You'll collaborate with compliance, legal, risk, and business teams to strengthen controls and drive process improvements.

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years of retail banking experience and 5+ years of recent, direct AML/ATF experience.
• Post-secondary education in business, banking, criminology, law, economics, or a related field.
• CAMS certification or an equivalent designation is required, with audit or risk management certifications considered assets.
• Strong knowledge of the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act, with familiarity in the Bank Act, credit union legislation, and privacy requirements.
• Expertise in AML/ATF systems, transaction monitoring, sanctions risks, regulatory interpretation, and risk management controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, with strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence change and handle confidential information discreetly.