Senior aml compliance lead

Société Financière Manuvie; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior AML Compliance Lead to join their AML/ATF Operations team. This role involves providing leadership, mentorship, and expertise to AML analysts while ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in AML/ATF, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently. The company offers a supportive environment that promotes career growth and well-being, making it an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to advance their careers in a dynamic field.

Benefits

Opportunities for learning and career growth

Flexible, supportive environment

Support in shaping your future

Qualifications

• 5+ years of AML/ATF experience with solid management & reporting systems.
• Effective analytical skills and strong communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and mentorship to AML analysts as a subject matter expert.
• Review and validate work for accuracy before submission to FINTRAC.

Skills

AML/ATF experience

Analytical skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Time management

Education

CAMS certification

Tools

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 Lead will handle complex matters, provide expertise, and oversee AML Compliance Analysts supporting all lines of business in accordance with Manulife’s AML/ATF policies and procedures.

Position Responsibilities:

1. Provide leadership, support, and mentorship to AML analysts as a subject matter expert, assisting with their professional development.

2. Review and validate work completed by AML analysts for accuracy and thoroughness, supporting determinations from assessments and quality of reports before final submission to FINTRAC within prescribed timeframes.

3. Maintain current knowledge of money laundering and terrorist financing issues, including policies, procedures, regulations, industry best practices, criminal typologies, and emerging trends to recommend enhancements or creation of transaction monitoring scenarios.

4. Participate in projects and initiatives related to AML, representing the interests of AML Compliance Operations.

5. Prepare reports outlining investigation activity, risk assessments, recommended remediation actions, and perform statistical analysis of analyst productivity.

Required Qualifications:

1. 5+ years of AML/ATF experience.

2. Solid experience with AML/ATF management & reporting systems (e.g., PRM, FCRM, FWR).

3. Understanding of AML/ATF regulations and risk management.

4. Effective analytical skills and strong oral and written communication skills.

5. Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and strong time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Strong knowledge of all Manulife products, processes, and systems.

2. Experience in mentoring others.

3. CAMS certification.

4. Ability to analyze technical information and make appropriate recommendations.

5. Strong technology skills and ability to collaborate with management.

What We Offer:

• Opportunities for learning and career growth.

• A flexible, supportive environment promoting well-being and inclusion.

• Support in shaping your future as part of our global team.