Senior AML Compliance Lead

Manulife; Old Toronto; 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 and mentorship to AML analysts, ensuring compliance with regulations, and participating in AML projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in AML/ATF management, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to professional development. This position offers opportunities for career growth in a flexible and inclusive environment, making it an exciting chance to contribute to a vital area of financial compliance.

Benefits

Opportunities for learning and career growth

Flexible work environment

Support for well-being and inclusion

Qualifications

• 5+ years of AML/ATF experience with strong understanding of regulations.
• Effective analytical and communication skills with mentoring experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor AML analysts, ensuring quality reports are submitted.
• Participate in AML-related projects and maintain knowledge of regulations.

Skills

AML/ATF Compliance

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Risk Management

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

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 Lead will handle complex matters, provide expertise, and oversee AML Compliance Analysts supporting all business lines 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, aiding their professional development.

2. Review and validate the work of AML analysts for accuracy and thoroughness, supporting determinations from assessments and ensuring quality reports are submitted to FINTRAC within deadlines.

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 new transaction monitoring scenarios.

4. Participate in AML-related projects and initiatives, representing AML Compliance Operations interests.

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

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of AML/ATF experience.

• Extensive experience with AML/ATF management and reporting systems (e.g., PRM, FCRM, FWR).

• Strong understanding of AML/ATF regulations and risk management principles.

• Effective analytical, oral, and written communication skills.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and excellent time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Comprehensive knowledge of Manulife products, processes, and systems.

• Experience mentoring others.

• CAMS certification.

• Ability to analyze technical information and make sound recommendations.

• Proficiency with technology and ability to collaborate with management.

What We Offer:

• Opportunities for learning and career growth.

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

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