AML Investigator

Our Ideal Candidate:

1. Education:

   Bachelor degree in Finance, Economics, Economic Crime Investigation, or related field of study, from an accredited institution. Advanced degrees (JD, MBA, etc.) will be viewed positively.

2. Experience:

   3-5 years experience in a large multinational financial institution, law firm or a global organization.

   1-3 years AML Compliance or related banking experience and/or experience involving money laundering or complex financial investigations within the financial industry or in the governmental regulatory, intelligence, or law enforcement space (international, federal, state, and local levels will be considered).

3. Certification:

   CAMS certification strongly preferred (Required within one year).

4. Knowledge:

   Demonstrates an understanding of the key products or services provided by the business/function, and the processes and controls that underpin them.

   Demonstrates an understanding of compliance regulations, knowledge of global procedures and policies, including a core understanding in AML, Sanctions, CDD or Anti Bribery.

   Demonstrates an understanding of the SAR process.

5. Analytical Skills:

   Proven capability to conduct open source research and leverage Bank internal data sources to assist in building composite analytical products.

   Has the ability to interpret complex information and determine the research and analysis required to extract facts that can be objectively supported.

   Has a strong investigative mindset where critical thinking is applied, exemplified by a number of attributes; professional scepticism, a meticulous and consistent approach to research and analytics, and the ability to thoroughly articulate a defence for conclusions reached.

6. Communication Skills:

   Clear, concise communication style (written and verbal); demonstrates engaged listening skills; able to maintain composure in a stressed situation.

7. Work Ethic:

   Self-motivated - Strong work orientation, works independently, takes accountability for decisions, actions, and outcomes.

   Collaborative - Actively collaborates within and across teams.

   Personal Agility - Agile and receptive to change. Positive and solutions oriented.

8. Additional Experience:

   Prior law enforcement or regulatory experience will be viewed positively.