AML Compliance Senior Analyst

Manulife; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior AML Compliance Analyst to join their AML/ATF Operations team. This role involves ensuring compliance with AML/ATF regulations across all Canadian entities. The ideal candidate will conduct investigations, manage cases, and assess high-risk transactions while utilizing their strong analytical skills and understanding of money laundering patterns. The company values learning and career growth, promoting a flexible, inclusive environment that prioritizes well-being. Join this global team and help shape the future of compliance in the financial sector.

Benefits

Learning and Career Growth Support

Flexible Work Environment

Inclusive Culture

Well-being Prioritization

Qualifications

• 3+ years of AML/ATF experience with strong time management skills.
• Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct AML assessments and determine actions based on unusual activity.
• Lead multiple AML assessments and perform enhanced due diligence.

Skills

AML/ATF Experience

Time Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Detail-oriented

Education

CAMS Certification

Tools

PRM

FCRM

FWR

Job description

The AML/ATF Operations team is responsible for ensuring compliance with anti-money laundering/anti-terrorist financing (AML/ATF) regulations across all Canadian entities of Manulife, including 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 Analyst will handle investigations and case management related to complex watch list scanning and transaction scenario monitoring, in accordance with Manulife’s AML/ATF policies and procedures.

Position Responsibilities:

1. Conduct AML assessments based on complex referrals from Business Areas and determine appropriate actions based on unusual activity.
2. Assess high-risk daily transaction monitoring alerts, understanding indicators, facts, and context.
3. Use judgment and knowledge of money laundering patterns to evaluate whether transactions are suspicious; conduct investigations; make recommendations; document suspicions as required.
4. Maintain accurate case management and record-keeping protocols for regulatory filings.
5. Lead multiple AML assessments concurrently and perform enhanced due diligence on high-risk customers.

Required Qualifications:

1. At least 3 years of AML/ATF experience with demonstrated time management skills.
2. Strong understanding of AML/ATF regulations and risk management.
3. Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills.
4. Effective oral and written communication skills for all organizational levels.
5. Detail-oriented, capable of handling multiple tasks, and adaptable to changing needs to meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience with AML/ATF management and reporting systems (e.g., PRM, FCRM, FWR).
2. Comprehensive knowledge of Manulife products, processes, and systems.
3. Experience in Banking and/or Securities sector AML/ATF.
4. CAMS certification.
5. Bilingual in French.

Additional Information:

• We support learning and career growth.
• We promote a flexible, inclusive environment prioritizing well-being.
• Join our global team to shape your future.