Director, AML FIU Investigations

What is the opportunity?In support of the RBC AML Compliance Program, the Director has overall responsibility for leading teams responsible for the investigation of AML related concerns for specified business line(s) within mandate (e.g., Canadian retail banking and wealth management client(s), Caribbean retail clients, correspondent banking clients, and/or US retail banking). The Director also provides leadership and direction to Canadian based AML Investigations teams to ensure that RBC is in compliance with all applicable AML regulations as it relates to AML investigations.What will you do?Lead a team of approximately 50 staff (direct and indirect) based in Toronto, Bedford and/or Vancouver responsible for AML related investigations involving clients for specified business line(s) within mandate (e.g., Canadian retail banking and wealth management client(s), Caribbean retail clients, correspondent banking clients, and/or US retail banking).Member of the strategic leadership for the Financial Crimes Investigation teamsManage the flow of investigation cases ensuring that all cases are worked in a timely manner and overall queue(s) of work are within agreed upon benchmarksContinue the ongoing transformation of team from an independent investigations centre to a team of compliance and risk management professionals, integrated with Global AML ComplianceSupport the development and implementation of action plans in response to issues identified by internal oversight functions and regulatory entitiesSupport the investigations program to ensure it is consistent with RBC’s Collective Ambition and Leadership ModelAct as a change agent to ensure AML FIU is an effective and efficient investigations unitSupport the AML program through the development of production metrics and reporting, as needed.Work with the transaction monitoring rules development team to enhance the effectiveness AML rules and investigationsWhat do you need to succeed?Must haveMinimum 5 years’ experience in financial crime and/or money laundering investigationsProven Leadership and Management capabilities for large, diverse teamsBroad knowledge of anti-money laundering related requirements and/or predicate offences including FraudStrong knowledge of Caribbean business and regulatory environment including CFATF recommendationsSound knowledge of banking operationsEffective and strong written and oral communication skillsIntuitive and inquisitive thinker – demonstrated critical thinking skillsStrong interpersonal and leadership skillsHighly developed organizational skillsNice to haveUndergraduate degree— business preferredCertified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) designationWhat is in it for you?We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensationLeaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunitiesWork in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing teamOpportunities to do challenging workJob SkillsCash Counting, Credit Analysis, Ethical Business, Fraud Risk Management, Fund Analysis, Operational Risks, Performance Management (PM), Risk Management, Stewardship, Vision AlignmentAdditional Job DetailsAddress: 20 KING ST W:TORONTOCity: TorontoCountry: CanadaWork hours/week: 37.5Employment Type: Full timePlatform: GROUP RISK MANAGEMENTJob Type: RegularPay Type: SalariedPosted Date: 2026-01-16Application Deadline: 2026-02-01Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above.Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment: At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. RBC strives to deliver a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all. #J-18808-Ljbffr