Senior Manager, AML/ATF and Sanctions Risk Management

Jobtailor; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced AML/ATF lead to direct investigators and analysts, delivering high-quality compliance services for clients in a fast-paced environment.

You will stay current with PCMLTFA and sanctions regulations, supervise outsourcing, drive policy updates, risk assessments, training, and governance, and mentor the team.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in AML/ATF or sanctions
• Leadership experience managing teams and driving operational performance
• University degree in criminology, law, economics, business administration, or related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying AML/ATF and sanctions risks
• CAMS certification or commitment to obtain within the first year

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the day-to-day work of AML/ATF investigators and analysts, ensuring high-quality service delivery and operational effectiveness
• Stay current on AML/ATF regulations, legislation, and industry best practices, and ensure team activities align with evolving requirements
• Manage AML/ATF outsourcing services for clients, including transaction monitoring, suspicious transaction reporting, enhanced due diligence, risk assessments, compliance reporting, and advisory support
• Assess the impact of new or amended regulations and implement updates to policies, procedures, and controls
• Conduct compliance reviews, internal controls testing, and periodic audits to identify risks, recommend improvements, and implement corrective actions
• Lead AML/ATF initiatives, including development of policies, procedures, risk assessments, training, awareness materials, and advisory services
• Develop and enhance operational processes, standards, and best practices
• Mentor, coach, and develop team members
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment
• Lead change management initiatives and champion process improvements

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Regulatory reporting

Communication

Change management

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Time management

CAMS Certification

Education

University degree in criminology, law, economics, business administration, or a related field

Job description

• Lead and oversee the day-to-day work of AML/ATF investigators and analysts, ensuring high-quality service delivery and operational effectiveness
• Stay current on AML/ATF regulations, legislation, and industry best practices, and ensure team activities align with evolving requirements
• Manage AML/ATF outsourcing services for clients, including transaction monitoring, suspicious transaction reporting, enhanced due diligence, risk assessments, compliance reporting, and advisory support
• Assess the impact of new or amended regulations and implement updates to policies, procedures, and controls
• Conduct compliance reviews, internal controls testing, and periodic audits to identify risks, recommend improvements, and implement corrective actions
• Lead AML/ATF initiatives, including development of policies, procedures, risk assessments, training, awareness materials, and advisory services
• Develop and enhance operational processes, standards, and best practices
• Mentor, coach, and develop team members
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment
• Lead change management initiatives and champion process improvements

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in AML/ATF and/or sanctions
• Leadership experience managing teams and driving operational performance considered an asset
• University degree in criminology, law, economics, business administration, or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including identifying AML/ATF and sanctions risks through data analysis and investigation
• Deep understanding of the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA) and related regulations
• Knowledge of AML best practices for high-risk clients, transactions, industries, geographies, and correspondent banking relationships
• Experience with regulatory reporting requirements and compliance obligations
• Previous consulting or client-facing experience
• Ability to develop AML/ATF deliverables, including policies and procedures, risk assessments, governance documents, and risk management reports
• Strong communication skills for translating complex regulatory requirements into practical business guidance
• CAMS certification or similar designation, or commitment to obtain one within the first year
• Excellent collaboration, planning, organization, change management, and stakeholder management skills
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and quality of work
• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize competing demands and meet deadlines

Core Competencies

Demonstrates extensive expertise in AML/ATF regulations and compliance, with a strong focus on risk assessment, policy development, and operational effectiveness. Proven leadership in managing teams and driving high-quality service delivery in a collaborative environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• AML/ATF Compliance Management
• Risk Assessment Development
• Leadership and Team Management
• CAMS Certification
• Regulatory Reporting Expertise

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• AML/ATF Regulations
• Data Analysis
• Policy Development
• Compliance Reporting
• Transaction Monitoring
• Risk Management
• Internal Controls Testing
• Due Diligence
• Audit Conducting
• Regulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

• Analytical Problem-Solving
• Strong Communication
• Collaboration
• Change Management
• Attention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

• CAMS Certification

Industry Keywords

• Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act
• Sanctions
• High-Risk Clients
• Governance Documents
• Client-Facing Experience