Manager, AML High Risk Client

RBC; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Halifax is seeking a Manager for High Risk Client Management. In this role, you'll guide risk assessments and due diligence for higher risk clients while ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates should have over 2 years of experience in Financial Crimes and AML, with strong skills in communication and Microsoft Office. This position offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive rewards program, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Competitive compensation

Flexible work/life balance

World-class training program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in Financial Crimes and AML knowledge.
• Experience in financial and money laundering crimes required.
• Knowledge of AML Compliance and investigations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage HRC EDD risk assessment workflow.
• Partner with FIU and Global AML Compliance.
• Ensure HRC processes are executed on time.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and clients.
• Provide feedback for process improvement.

Skills

Financial Crimes knowledge

AML/Fraud knowledge

Data Gathering Analysis

Communication

Detail-Oriented

Fraud Risk Management

Education

Post-secondary education or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

As Manager, High Risk Client Management (CRB) you support the Senior Manager, by providing direction and execution of core risk decisions related to the identification, review, management, and escalation of higher risk clients including the risk assessment and enhanced due diligence (EDD) processes to mitigate against financial, regulatory, reputational, and legal risks at RBC using a risk-based approach.

This role also requires the following: assisting in the identification, confirmation, management, and approval process for the on-boarding and periodic review and assessment of high risk clients, as required; and committing to on-going professional development, to ensure that individual and collective team knowledge is current and comprehensive so that outcomes, including decisions and recommendations, are based on a thorough understanding of risk involved and are made in the context of AML / CTF regulatory requirements.

What will you do?

• Prioritize and manage HRC EDD risk assessment workflow for units supported by the HRC Team and ensure that the Global Standards for Client Risk Management (CRM) and EDD are executed consistently
• Partner with the FIU, Insights & Analytics, and Global AML Compliance to ensure that HRC risk assessments are appropriately coordinated, routed, and escalated where relevant, using a risk-based approach
• Manage the execution of the HRC processes (including on-boarding and periodic review) and ensure, where applicable, all regulatory timeframes are met
• Work with business partners and stakeholders to ensure that, where applicable, all issues /reviews are escalated appropriately within defined timelines and in accordance with RBC’s policies and procedures
• Help individuals and teams achieve high performance through building capabilities and effective coaching and performance management
• Effectively communicate with business partners and stakeholders to ensure a high degree of service standards and client care focus is maintained
• Provide input into the development of processes, guidance documents, tools and job aids as required, in order to enhance the HRS Strategy and ensure compliance with regulatory and policy requirements
• Provide feedback to the Manager/Senior Manager where gaps are identified regarding processes in order to ensure adherence to compliance with AML / CTF legislation, policies, and procedures

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• 2+ years of strong Financial Crimes, AML/Fraud knowledge to prevent the use for RBC’s financial services for money laundering and terrorist financing
• Demonstrated knowledge of or experience in financial and money laundering crimes/High Risk
• Knowledge of and/or experience in AML Compliance, Financial Crimes investigations (or within law, with working knowledge of AML compliance requirements and regulations for Canada, US, Caribbean and other jurisdictions where RBC operates)
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, Word applications
• Post-secondary education or equivalent experience

Nice-to-have

• Some management experience
• CAMS designation
• Some knowledge of the cannabis industry

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• A world-class training program in financial services
• Flexible work/life balance options
• Opportunities to do challenging work

Job Skills

Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Communication, Data Gathering Analysis (Inactive), Detail-Oriented, Financial Regulation, Fraud Risk Management, Group Problem Solving, Internal Controls, Operational Integrity, Process Management

Additional Job Details

Address: 120 WESTERN PKY:BEDFORD

City: Bedford

Country: Canada

Work hours/week: 37.5

Employment Type: Full time

Platform: GROUP RISK MANAGEMENT

Job Type: Regular

Pay Type: Salaried

Posted Date: 2025-12-04

Application Deadline: 2025-12-20

Note

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

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