Junior AML Analyst (Contract)

Bilinguallink; Cambridge; Hybrid; CAD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Health benefits

RRSP matching

Vacation + sick days

Job summary

MSH is seeking a Junior AML Analyst to join its Compliance team in Canada. The role focuses on sanctions screening and onboarding activities for a 3-month period, offering hands-on experience in a fast-paced regulatory environment.

You will review alerts, analyze risk, conduct research, and document decisions while adhering to AML policies. The position supports team needs and offers a hybrid work arrangement and health benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately with large volumes of information.
• Excellent analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to make decisions based on established procedures and guidelines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess alerts generated through sanctions screening systems.
• Analyze screening results to determine whether alerts represent potential sanctions risks or false positives.
• Conduct research and gather relevant information to support screening decisions.
• Document investigations, findings, and decisions accurately in accordance with established procedures.
• Escalate potential sanctions matches and higher-risk cases to senior Compliance team members for review.
• Assist with reducing operational backlogs related to member onboarding and sanctions screening activities.
• Maintain productivity and quality standards while managing assigned workloads.
• Adhere to AML, sanctions, and compliance policies and procedures.
• Participate in training and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Support additional compliance-related activities as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Excel

Outlook

Independent work

Prioritization

Education

Postsecondary education in Business/Finance/Economics/Criminology/Law/Risk Management

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Are you looking to launch your career in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Compliance, or Financial Crime Prevention?

We are seeking a Junior AML Analyst to join our Compliance team and support critical sanctions screening and onboarding activities for 3-Months. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and an interest in protecting organizations from financial crime and regulatory risk.

In this role, you’ll gain hands-on experience reviewing sanctions alerts, analyzing potential risks, and supporting compliance operations in a fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do

• Review and assess alerts generated through sanctions screening systems.
• Analyze screening results to determine whether alerts represent potential sanctions risks or false positive matches.
• Conduct research and gather relevant information to support screening decisions.
• Document investigations, findings, and decisions accurately in accordance with established procedures.
• Escalate potential sanctions matches and higher‑risk cases to senior Compliance team members for review.
• Assist with reducing operational backlogs related to member onboarding and sanctions screening activities.
• Maintain productivity and quality standards while managing assigned workloads.
• Adhere to AML, sanctions, and compliance policies and procedures.
• Participate in training and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Support additional compliance‑related activities as required.

What We’re Looking For

• Postsecondary education in Business, Finance, Economics, Criminology, Law, Risk Management, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately with large volumes of information.
• Excellent analytical and critical‑thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to make decisions based on established procedures and guidelines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or exposure to AML, KYC, Compliance, Fraud, Banking Operations, Insurance, or Financial Services.
• Familiarity with sanctions screening or financial crime compliance processes.
• Experience with screening tools such as World-Check, Dow Jones, or similar platforms.
• Previous experience working in banking, insurance, fintech, payments, or other regulated industries.

What’s In It For You

• Salary Range: $45-50k CAD annually (Final compensation will reflect the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Hybrid work environment
• Comprehensive health benefits + Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness spending account
• RRSP matching
• Minimum 3 weeks’ vacation + generous sick and flex days
• Clear pathways for vertical and horizontal growth, pursue what excites you
• Inclusive, supportive leadership that genuinely invests in your success

MSH is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment process. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ancestry, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, or disability.

If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out. We will work with you in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with Ontario’s Working for Workers Four Act, 2024, MSH confirms that artificial intelligence tools may be used in the recruitment and selection process for this position.