Investigator, AML Financial Intelligence Unit

What is the opportunity?

As Investigator, you will work as an integral member of the AML Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) Investigations team. You will plan, conduct and complete risk‑based investigations into matters referred to the Unit. Through the gathering, analysis and evaluation of relevant information, you will determine whether sufficient suspicion exists of money laundering, financing of terrorism or other criminal activities, to justify making a report to the Regulatory Authority.

As an Investigator, you play a key role in complying with legislative/regulatory requirements and mitigating risk to RBC, in line with established RBC policy.

• Plan, conduct and complete risk‑based investigations into matters identified from media scans, transaction monitoring, and Unusual Transaction Reporting via internal partners.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous records of all investigative actions and decisions taken, ensuring that all material and information obtained is treated in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements and RBC policy.
• Gather information/intelligence from all available sources to determine whether sufficient suspicion of money laundering, financing of terrorism or other criminal activities exists.
• Prepare relevant reports as required, including documentation in support of any action proposed based on the results of investigations.
• Promote, support and adhere to RBC’s policies and guidelines on Code of Conduct, Personal and Professional Development, Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, Data Protection and Information Security, in accordance with published policy/guidance documents and protocols.
• Work with the Global AML‑FIU Investigation Team and other FIU partners to ensure that investigations are conducted within defined timelines and are escalated in accordance with relevant policy.

• Understanding of money‑laundering process and knowledge of various money‑laundering indicators.
• Strong investigative, critical thinking and analytical skills and the ability to apply them in various scenarios.
• Knowledge and understanding of FINTRAC guidance/requirements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. The ability to gather and present complex information in a simple and concise manner is essential for this role.
• Completion of an undergraduate degree in a relevant field of study (accounting, business, political science, criminology).
• At a minimum, intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

• Working background/experience with the major business segments of RBC.
• ACAMS Certification.
• AML background in Canadian banking.

• Leaders who support your development through coaching and management opportunities.
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
• Work in an agile, collaborative, progressive, and high‑performing team.
• The opportunity to interface with senior-level executives from many different parts of the organization.