AML & Risk Management Team Lead

畅敲潭整; Canada; Remote; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking an experienced professional to lead its AML and Risk Management Team in Canada. The role involves ensuring compliance with AML regulations, developing risk assessment frameworks, and leading a high-performing team, emphasizing strong leadership and in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in AML, compliance, or risk management roles.
• Proven leadership experience managing high-performing teams.
• Extensive knowledge of EU AML regulations and FINTRAC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and mentor a team of AML and risk management professionals.
• Ensure full compliance with AML regulations and implement robust policies.
• Identify, assess, and manage operational, financial, and regulatory risks.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated professional to lead AML and Risk Management Team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of anti-money laundering (AML) regulations in the EU and Canada, risk management practices, and EU crypto regulation. This role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and a collaborative approach to ensure compliance and safeguard operations against financial crime.

Your primary tasks will be:

Leadership & Management:

Oversee and mentor a dedicated team of AML and risk management professionals.

Develop and implement team objectives, ensuring alignment with the institution’s overall compliance strategy.

Coordinate with senior management to integrate risk management practices into the organization’s strategic planning.

AML Compliance:

Ensure full compliance with relevant AML regulations, both within the EU framework and under FINTRAC requirements.

Design and implement robust policies, procedures, and controls to detect and prevent money laundering and terrorist financing.

Monitor, review, and update AML systems in line with regulatory changes and emerging risks.

Risk Management:

Identify, assess, and manage operational, financial, and regulatory risks associated with payment services.

Develop and maintain risk assessment methodologies and frameworks tailored to the payment industry.

Lead regular risk reviews and audits, ensuring that mitigation measures are effectively implemented.

EU Crypto Regulation Expertise:

Stay up-to-date with the evolving EU crypto regulatory landscape (MiCA, DORA etc.).

Advise on the integration of crypto assets within the institution’s risk management and AML frameworks.

Liaise with regulatory bodies regarding compliance matters related to cryptocurrency transactions and associated risks.

Reporting & Communication:

Prepare detailed compliance and risk management reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory inquiries and examinations.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance overall regulatory compliance and risk awareness across the organization.

What we expect from you:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business, or a related field (Master’s preferred).

Minimum of 4 years of experience in AML, compliance, or risk management roles within the financial services or payments industry.

Proven leadership experience, with a track record of managing high-performing teams.

Extensive knowledge of EU AML regulations, FINTRAC requirements, and current EU crypto regulatory frameworks.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements and apply them to business operations.

Fluent in English, knowledge of russian;

Tagged as: 3-5 Years, 5+ Years