Jr. AML Analyst - Bilingual

BeachHead Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

BeachHead is seeking a Jr. AML Analyst - Bilingual to support AML and sanctions activities for a financial client in a dynamic team.

You will perform transaction reviews, investigations, and contribute to process improvements in a regulated environment. Responsibilities include reviewing transactions, gathering information, escalating high-risk items, and maintaining documentation in compliance with standards.

Qualifications

• Experience handling confidential customer information.
• Basic to intermediate Excel skills (filters, macros).
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine to broad AML and sanctions tasks following established procedures
• Investigate transactions, report, or elevate risks and process gaps
• Gather information for AML, sanctions, and ABAC compliance activities
• Review banking transactions for adherence to thresholds and guidelines
• Forward unusual transactions for further review
• Conduct research to resolve discrepancies
• Identify opportunities to improve service delivery and support process enhancements
• Prioritize workload to meet SLA requirements for productivity
• Support timely and accurate completion of business processes
• Escalate high-risk or non-standard activities as needed
• Maintain proper documentation in line with regulations and internal policies
• Participate in process improvement initiatives
• Contribute to procedural documentation for day-to-day operations
• Ensure adherence to bank code of conduct and industry standards
• Support team collaboration and knowledge sharing
• Promote a positive, diverse, and inclusive work environment

Skills

Confidential data handling

Excel skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Are you detail-oriented with experience in AML and sanctions?

Working with one of our top financial clients, this role calls for a Jr. AML Analyst - Bilingual. This position involves supporting AML and sanctions-related activities within a dynamic team, performing transaction reviews, investigations, and process improvements to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Pay rate range (CAD): $17.60/hr– $24.88/hr

Responsibilities

• Perform routine to broad AML and sanctions tasks following established procedures
• Investigate transactions, report, or elevate risks and process gaps
• Gather information for AML, sanctions, and ABAC compliance activities
• Review banking transactions for adherence to thresholds and guidelines
• Forward unusual transactions for further review
• Conduct research to resolve discrepancies
• Identify opportunities to improve service delivery and support process enhancements
• Prioritize workload to meet SLA requirements for productivity
• Support timely and accurate completion of business processes
• Escalate high-risk or non-standard activities as needed
• Maintain proper documentation in line with regulations and internal policies
• Participate in process improvement initiatives
• Contribute to procedural documentation for day-to-day operations
• Ensure adherence to bank code of conduct and industry standards
• Support team collaboration and knowledge sharing
• Promote a positive, diverse, and inclusive work environment

Desired Skill-Set

• Prior experience handling confidential customer information
• Basic to intermediate Excel skills (filters, copy/paste, macros)
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, organized, with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Nice to Have

• Banking or financial institution experience
• Corporate or professional work background
• ACAMS certification
• AML knowledge and experience
• Bilingual proficiency in English and French

BeachHead is an equal opportunity agency and employer. We advocate for our candidates and welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or physical or mental disability. BeachHead or our clients may use technology-enabled tools, including automation and artificial intelligence (AI), to support parts of the recruitment process such as resume screening, application management, and candidate matching. These tools assist our recruiters and our clients, and do not replace human decision-making. This job posting represents a current or anticipated vacancy. The position may be filled at any time, and the posting may be removed without notice once the role has been filled.

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