AML/ATF Analyst

Join to apply for the AML/ATF Analyst role at Sun Life. You are as unique as your background, experience, and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered, and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues—experts in their fields—who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential, soaring to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our clients—who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families, and communities around the world. Job Description This is a 6‑Month contract opportunity. Reporting to the Manager, AML Compliance, the AML/ATF Analyst will play a key role in ensuring regulatory AML/ATF compliance across Sun Life Canada. The analyst will join a team of compliance professionals and will work across all business units of Sun Life’s Canadian operations, ensuring the integrity of our clients, transactions, and reputation. In this role, the incumbent will be involved in all elements of the AML/ATF Compliance Program in Canada, including investigation of unusual transactions, processing suspicious transaction reports, conducting due diligence reviews, assessing high‑risk clients, completing client risk assessments, and more. The analyst may also participate in various AML/ATF projects and initiatives. What will you do? Apply high standards of analysis, accuracy, and quality to daily AML/ATF alert reviews, investigations, and associated client risk assessments. Collaborate with business partners and Business Unit Compliance Officers (BUCO) to identify high‑risk clients and complete enhanced due diligence measures. Investigate unusual transactions and make recommendations regarding risk levels and subsequent regulatory filings, as required. Actively participate in various AML/ATF compliance projects and initiatives. Contribute to the maintenance of the Sun Life Canada AML/ATF Program policies and procedures. Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of AML/ATF regulatory requirements to guide business partners regarding related processes and procedures. Identify and articulate continuous improvement opportunities to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the AML/ATF program. What do you need to succeed? Minimum of 2 years of experience in regulatory compliance, risk, audit, or related finance role with a focus on AML/ATF compliance in the financial services industry. 2+ years of experience with STRs (Suspicious Transaction Reports). University degree or equivalent education. Interest in regulatory compliance, specifically AML/ATF legislation and regulation. Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills. Strong analytical skills. High degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Experience drafting recommendations to senior leadership and filings to regulators. Ability to prioritize workload based on risk and associated deadlines. Highly motivated self‑starter capable of taking ownership of tasks/projects and delivering results in a timely manner while working independently with minimal supervision. Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and internet/web navigation research skills (e.g., open source). For Quebec positions, bilingualism (French, English, both oral and written) is required to facilitate frequent interactions with colleagues and partners across Canada and worldwide. Preferred Skills Knowledge of insurance and wealth products and services, particularly within Sun Life Canada. Prior experience working in a high‑volume financial transaction environment or high‑volume production teams. Understanding of Canadian AML/ATF regulatory requirements. Understanding of money laundering and terrorist financing current developments/techniques. Current Certified Anti‑Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) certification, or willingness to obtain. Unique Requirements Government Clearance (Reliability Status) is mandatory—only candidates with existing clearance or willing to obtain will be considered. What's in it for you? Hybrid work environment. A friendly, collaborative, and inclusive culture. Opportunity to progress along a variety of career paths with expansive networking potential. Access to our Global Learning Centre, available 24/7 for your learning needs. Salary Range: 60,000 – 97,000 CAD Job Category: Compliance Posting End Date: 02/01/2026 Seniority Level Not Applicable Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Finance and Sales Industries Financial Services and Insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr