AML Financial Crime Risk Investigator II

Work Location:

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

37.5

Financial Crime Risk Management

$69,700 - $98,400 CAD

Conduct investigations of moderate complexity for both internal and external cases. Recommend for demarket and/or freezing accounts by the appropriate investigative unit. Conduct adjudications of moderate complexity.

May provide QA/review and mentorship of a team.

Applies reasonable grounds to suspect money laundering and terrorist financing.

• Conduct investigative analysis by collecting, assessing, and collating case file information for AML, Sanctions/ABAC & Financial Crime investigations
• Conduct data analysis, manipulation and interpretation looking for patterns and anomalies
• Initiate investigations and/or respond to emerging AML and Sanctions/ABAC risks
• Assist with reviewing and investigating court orders (subpoenas) related to criminal actions
• Assist and coordinate investigations with various law enforcement agencies as delegated
• Prepare and deliver AML, Sanctions/ABAC & Financial Crime and/or fraud detection/loss prevention training or updates to Bank Employees or other agencies as assigned

• Lead work streams by acting as a project lead for medium scale projects / initiatives in accordance with project management methodologies
• Consistently exercise discretion in managing correspondence, information, and all matters of confidentiality; escape issues where appropriate
• Conduct reporting and/or meaningful analysis at the functional or enterprise level using results to draw conclusions, make recommendations, assess the effectiveness of programs/ policies/ practices
• Be knowledgeable of practices and procedures within own area of responsibility and keep abreast of emerging trends for own functional area
• Protect the interests of the organization – identify and manage risks, and emergency non‑standard, high‑risk transactions / activities as necessary
• Maintain appropriate project records, databases, and information; report to management and others on project status and updates
• Monitor service, productivity and assess efficiency levels within own function and implement continuous process/performance improvements where opportunities exist
• Acquire and apply expertise in the discipline, provide guidance, assistance, and direction to Analysts, Investigators and others
• Identify, recommend, and effectively execute standard practices applicable to the discipline
• Adhere to internal policies/procedures and applicable regulatory guidelines
• Keep abreast of emerging issues, trends, and evolving regulatory requirements and assess potential impacts
• Maintain a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetite

• Participate fully as a member of the team, support a positive work environment that promotes service to the business, quality, innovation and teamwork and ensure timely communication of issues/ points of interest
• Support the team by continuously enhancing knowledge / expertise in own area and participate in knowledge transfer within the team and business unit
• Keep current on emerging trends/ developments and grow knowledge of the business, related tools and techniques
• Participate in personal performance management and development activities, including cross training within own team
• Keep others informed and up to date about the status / progress of projects and / or all relevant or useful information related to day‑to‑day activities
• Contribute to the success of the team by willingly assisting others in the completion and performance of work activities; provide training, coaching and/or guidance as appropriate
• Contribute to a fair, positive and equitable environment that supports a diverse workforce
• Act as a brand champion for your business area/function and the bank, both internally and/or externally

• Experienced working professional role providing services, advisory or processes / program support
• Requires experienced, conceptual, and practical knowledge within respective area and knowledge of broader related areas
• Accountable for own work and sometimes others; acts as an escalation point or…