Location Address: Hybrid – in office 3 days per week (Tues, Wed, Thurs)
In Office – Toronto
Start date: asap
Duration: 3 months from start date
Possibility of extension & conversion to FTE: yes, high possibility of being full-time for good performers
Number of Positions: 1
Schedule Hours: 9am-5pm Monday-Friday; standard 37.5 hrs/week
Reason: Additional Workload / Backfill / Mat Leave / New Project
Description:
Reporting to the AML/ATF GWAM Manager, the Compliance AML Analyst is responsible for the execution of compliance testing for the respective Business Unit.
The AML Compliance Analyst would also be responsible for the effective monitoring, investigation, and case management of Watch List scanning within the context of anti-money laundering/anti-terrorist financing (AML/ATF).
Perform functions related to Manulife Anti Money Laundering & Anti-Terrorist Financing (AML/ATF) Program:
1) Manage Bridger- Daily PEFP/ATF/OFAC/Country Alerts – Investigate and assess the risk of alerts identified by customer risk assessment tools. Maintain proper records and audit trail of investigation activity and disposition actions for all alerts.
2) Use judgment and knowledge of money laundering patterns to assess whether transactions are suspicious; conduct investigations and make recommendations as to the appropriate course of action;
3) Investigate and assess the risk of alerts identified by customer risk assessment tools. Maintain proper records and audit trail of investigation activity and disposition actions for all alerts.
4) Prepare case reports for review outlining the depth of investigation activity, risk assessment, and recommended remediation actions.
Must Have Job Requirements (Knowledge/Skills/Competencies):
1. Good understanding of AML/ATF regulation and risk management
2. 2+ years of AML/ATF experience
3. AML testing and reporting experience
4. Good ability to communicate complex information with the ability to clearly explain verbally and in writing issues and circumstances to all levels of staff and management
5. Strong time management
6. Excellent organizational, research, investigative and analytical skills
7. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
8. Ability to take responsibility and operate independently to ensure that compliance objectives are achieved.
9. Must possess a professional attitude and adhere to a high ethical standard
10. Strong knowledge of Manulife products processes and systems
Nice to Have
1. ACAM’s certification would be an asset
Education: Post-Secondary Education. ACAM certification would be a plus
Candidate Review & Selection
• # Step Process: 2 rounds – virtual interviews