Risk Assessment Specialist

2 weeks ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada EQ Bank | Equitable Bank Full time

We're looking for a seasoned Risk Assessment Specialist to join our team at EQ Bank | Equitable Bank. In this role, you'll be responsible for ensuring the bank's compliance with international and local sanctions regulations.

Responsibilities:
  • Implement, oversee, and manage an effective sanctions program
  • Conduct regular audits to ensure the bank's sanctions compliance program is operating effectively
  • Analyze and investigate escalated possible matches against sanctions lists
  • Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on sanctions compliance
  • File relevant reports, such as Sanctions Evasion Reports and Listed Person or Entity Property Reports, to FINTRAC
About You:
  • A bachelor's degree in law, finance, business, or a related field
  • A minimum of five years of experience in the Canadian financial services industry, with a focus on sanctions compliance, financial crime compliance, or regulatory compliance
  • Strong knowledge of Canada and international sanctions frameworks (e.g., OFAC, UN, EU, UK)
  • Experience in transaction reviews, sanctions screening, and sanctions risk assessment
  • Familiarity with compliance screening tools such as World-Check
  • Excellent analytical, risk assessment, and research skills for the purposes of reaching reasoned and sound conclusions with arguments that support the decision reached
  • Ability to successfully handle multiple competing priorities
  • Detail-oriented with strong time management skills to ensure timely completion of tasks
  • Complex information clearly and concisely
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  • Relevant certifications, such as Certified Global Sanctions Specialist (CGSS) and/or Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), are advantageous
  • Knowledge of French is an asset


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