Analyst, Anti-Money (AML) Laundering - 1 year contract

Wealthsimple; Canada; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Wealthsimple is seeking an Analyst for Anti-Money Laundering on a 1-year contract. This role involves understanding financial crimes, regulatory obligations, and analyzing alerts. The ideal candidate has experience in fintech and AML/CTF programs, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Retirement savings matching plan

Generous PTO

Employee Resource Groups

Remote-first team

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in financial technology or tech-driven financial services.
• Experience in AML/CTF programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Learn about money laundering and terrorist financing risks.
• Analyze and investigate alerts generated by policies and tools.
• Identify and report suspicious client activity.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Resourcefulness

Communication

Adaptability

Analytical Skills

Job description

Analyst, Anti-Money (AML) Laundering - 1 year contract

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Wealthsimple is on a mission to help everyone achieve financial freedom by reimagining what it means to manage your money. Using smart technology, we make financial services transparent and affordable. We’re the largest fintech company in Canada, with over 4 million users and more than $50 billion in assets.

Our teams ship often and make an impact with groundbreaking ideas. We're looking for talented people who value simplicity, collaboration, and humility to create inclusive, high-performing teams where everyone can do their best work.

If you're interested in Canada’s regulatory environment and financial crimes, this is the role for you! The AML Operations team is responsible for detecting, responding to, and eliminating money laundering and terrorist financing risks at Wealthsimple.

In this role, you will learn and understand:

• The types of money laundering and terrorist financing risks faced by Wealthsimple and what a risk-based approach entails.
• Wealthsimple’s regulatory obligations, policies, and procedures to combat financial crimes.
• How AML Operations reduces risk to Wealthsimple.
• The due diligence process and related information sources.
• The process for identifying and reporting suspicious client activity.
• Opportunities to analyze and investigate alerts generated by standard policies, procedures, and tools, including:
• Automated Transaction Monitoring
• Cryptocurrency AML Ledger Screening
• Name Screening against Adverse Media, PEP, Sanctions, and Terrorism Lists
• Enhanced Due Diligence for High-Risk Clients and PEPs

We're looking for someone who has:

• At least 1 year of experience in financial technology or a tech-driven financial services firm.
• Experience in AML/CTF programs is a plus.
• High precision and attention to detail.
• Resourcefulness and persistence in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Adaptability to changing regulations and standards.
• Ability to analyze datasets and identify patterns.
• Ownership and proactive approach.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Passion for technology and eagerness to learn about AML industry.

Please apply before June 1, 2025.

Why Wealthsimple?

• Competitive salary
• Retirement savings matching plan
• Generous PTO
• Employee Resource Groups (e.g., Rainbow, Women of Wealthsimple, Black @ WS)
• Remote-first team with over 1,000 employees across North America

Join us and help shape the financial future of millions! Learn more about our culture and values.

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