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About Beem :

Beem is a new credit union with 80 years of history. Rising to the rapidly evolving challenges of the financial services industry and inspired by cooperative values, our founding credit unions recognized that we can do more together. Beem means light. It means energy. It means a brighter financial future. United as Beem, we are combining our strengths to better serve our members. As of January 1, 2025, Beem will be one of BC’s largest provincially regulated credit unions, supporting the financial wellness of 193,000 members from 66 branches across the province with $17 billion in assets under administration. Learn more about our journey at www.beemcreditunion.ca.

About Beem :

Beem is a new credit union with 80 years of history. Rising to the rapidly evolving challenges of the financial services industry and inspired by cooperative values, our founding credit unions recognized that we can do more together. Beem means light. It means energy. It means a brighter financial future. United as Beem, we are combining our strengths to better serve our members. As of January 1, 2025, Beem will be one of BC’s largest provincially regulated credit unions, supporting the financial wellness of 193,000 members from 66 branches across the province with $17 billion in assets under administration. Learn more about our journey at www.beemcreditunion.ca.

What this role is all about :

The Anti-Money Laundering ‘AML’ Specialist contributes to service excellence by developing and maintaining the overall risk-based compliance program. The AML Specialist will be responsible for implementing, supporting, and monitoring systems and processes related to AML, ATF and sanctions compliance and risk management to promote the safety, security and protection of members, staff, and credit union assets. As a subject matter expert the incumbent supports, provides guidance and advice as it relates to first line processes across teams and contributes to a superior member experience.

This role is open to remote working arrangements within Canada (Pacific Standard Time), with preference for candidates residing in British Columbia.

What you’ll do : AML Compliance

• Proactively ensures daily compliance with the various legislations under which the credit union operates (Proceeds of Crime / Money Laundering, Terrorist Finance Act & Regulations)
• Coordinates and maintains procedures related to regulatory compliance requirements and provides ongoing monitoring.
• Acts as a key contact for FINTRAC.
• Identifies and conducts analysis of inherent risks as it relates to Money Laundering activities.
• Proactively reviews industry trends and regulatory changes / updates and providing recommendations for mitigation of controls.
• Reviews and evaluates operational alerts and financial account activity identifying areas of non-compliance and recommends resolution ensuring overall Credit Union compliance.
• Investigates incoming suspicious activity and potential watchlist matches.

Reporting and Analysis

• Conducts review and analysis of reports related to FINTRAC such as Large Cash Transaction Reports, Suspicious Transaction Reports and Electronic Funds Transfer, Terrorist Financing, Annual Self-assessment Reports and other areas of supervisory and regulatory requirements
• Transaction monitoring and analysis including risk determinations (UARs, STR alerts)
• Reports on determinations including decisions on filing (i.e. STR decisions and filing)
• Conducts reviews of member-related documentation, identifying high risk memberships and active monitoring to ensure compliance with the Credit Union’s policies.
• Evaluates reports to identify activity patterns and operational trends as it relates to member activity, AML, Terrorist Financing, with the purpose of placing a critical review on the Credit Unions operations and identifying areas of exposures.
• Coordinates the preparation of recurring compliance reporting and auditing requirements.
• Conduct de-service / de-market assessments and providing related recommendations.

Collaboration and Support

• Proactively seeks ways to improve efficiencies with compliance related processes
• Identifies AML compliance training opportunities for areas of non-compliance based on industry trends, exposures and regulatory changes. Provides recommendations and assists with resolution to ensure branch sales teams are fully supported.
• Partners with Learning & Development to ensure staff compliance training programs are current.
• Support branch operations as a point of contact for compliance and audit related inquiries; escalates inquiries as necessary.
• Support branch and operational areas in an advisory role providing guidance and recommendations on high-risk business operations and related member activity.
• Leverages their expertise in providing guidance to the branch network on how to engage with members in areas of compliance.
• Collaborates with other departments to direct compliance issues to appropriate channels for investigation and resolution.
• Supports broader Risk Management team as necessary in risk-related initiatives and processes including AML and Fraud alert processes.

What you'll bring :

• 3-5 years’ experience in related compliance / regulatory role.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of AML compliance and regulatory requirements, risk and compliance practices and policies.
• Experience in financial services is an asset.
• Equivalent combination of the above may be appropriate

What you’ll gain :

• The salary range for this position is $77,400- $106,500
• Remote work environment within British Columbia

At Beem we are BOLD and Always Welcoming and our values are at the forefront of everything we do!

Build Together : You are a team player who thrives on collaboration, sparks ideas, and fosters inclusivity.

Own It : You are ready to take charge, drive change, and deliver outstanding results.

Lead with Agility : You are a dynamic, adaptable thinker who thrives on challenge and innovation.

Driven by Curiosity : You are eager to explore, learn, and shape the future.

Ready to join?

Visit us at www.beemcreditunion.ca to learn more about what it’s like to work for Beem Credit Union! We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

We at Beem Credit Union are committed to ensuring inclusive employment practices and an accessible business environment for our employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected attribute covered by the Human Rights Code and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We are committed to a fair and equitable hiring process for all candidates.

Beem Credit Union serves communities across many traditional Territories and Treaty areas in British Columbia. We are grateful to live and work on this land and are committed to reconciliation, decolonization, and building strong, connected relationships.

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