AML Compliance Specialist

6 days ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Sun Life Full time

About the Role

Sun Life Canada is seeking an experienced AML/ATF Analyst to join its Compliance team in a key role ensuring regulatory compliance across the organization.

This is a perfect opportunity to contribute to Sun Life Canada's Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Anti-Terrorist Financing (ATF) Program, working closely with compliance professionals and business units to ensure the integrity of clients, transactions, and reputation.

The incumbent will be involved in all aspects of the AML/ATF Compliance Program, including investigation of unusual transactions, processing suspicious transaction reports, conducting due diligence reviews, and assessing high-risk clients.

Key Responsibilities:

  • 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 Compliance Officer teams 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 Sun Life Canada's AML/ATF Program Policies and Procedures.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of AML/ATF regulatory requirements to provide guidance to business partners on related processes and procedures.
  • Identify and articulate continuous improvement opportunities to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the AML/ATF program.

Requirements:

  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in regulatory compliance, risk, audit, or related finance roles with a focus on AML/ATF compliance in the financial services industry.
  • 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 in drafting recommendations to senior leadership and filings to regulators.
  • Ability to prioritize workload based on risk and associated deadlines.
  • Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to effectively take ownership of tasks/projects and deliver 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).
  • Government Clearance (Reliability Status) is mandatory – only those with existing clearance or those willing to obtain will be considered.

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/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.
  • Bilingual (English/French) is an asset.

Salary Range:$70,000 - $100,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.

Benefits:

  • Hybrid work environment.
  • A friendly, collaborative, and inclusive culture.
  • 15 vacation days per year.
  • Flexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your family.
  • Pension, stock, and savings programs to help build and enhance your future financial security.
  • The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential.
  • Access to our Global Learning Centre, available 24/7 for your learning needs.
  • Wellness programs that support the three pillars of your health – mental, physical, and financial.

Recent Awards:

  • We are honoured to be recognized as a 2022, 2023, and 2024 Best Workplaces in Canada by Great Place to Work Canada.
  • Great Place to Work list for Best Workplaces for #HybridWork 2022.
  • Great Place to Work list for Best Workplaces for Professional Development in Canada 2022.
  • Named "Best Places to Work" by Glassdoor, 2021 and 2023.

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