Chief Advisor AML

Attendance: Hybrid

Employment Category: Senior Professional

Type of Contract: Permanent

Benefits for vendors:

A career as a Chief Advisor in the Compliance Programs team at National Bank means serving as a regulatory compliance expert in the field of anti-money laundering and anti-terrorist financing (AML/ATF). This role allows you to actively contribute to sound risk management by offering your legal expertise to strengthen the effectiveness of the Bank's compliance program.

Your Job

• Act as a representative of the AML/ATF Compliance Program in a large-scale transverse project.
• Represent the AML/ATF Compliance Program with the project stakeholders and ensure that all compliance teams are properly informed and supported to meet AML/ATF regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrate leadership and ensure the application of the AML/ATF regulatory requirements and the bank's AML risk management position.
• Support the stakeholders of the project in implementing regulatory obligations related to AML/ATF.
• Conduct in-depth analysis to address partner's needs while ensuring compliance with AML/ATF regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to the evolution of methods, tools, and processes related to the fight against ML/TF.
• Participate in forums, working groups, and design workshops related to the project.

Your Team

Within the Compliance Programs sector, you'll be part of a dedicated team composed of colleagues from diverse legal, regulatory, and operational backgrounds. You will report to the Senior Director, AML/ATF Compliance Program. Our team stands out for its collaborative approach, strategic thinking, and commitment to making a tangible impact on the Bank's compliance practices.

We work in a stimulating environment that values expertise, constructive dialogue, and continuous improvement. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to high-impact mandates while collaborating with partners from various sectors of the Bank. The hybrid and flexible work model, along with the richness of team interactions, supports a healthy work-life balance and ongoing professional development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree related to the field and 7–10 years of relevant experience
• Experience in financial crime regulation or risk management
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to work in a team and with various stakeholders
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills
• High degree of autonomy

Your benefits

In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you'll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family.

• Health and wellness program, including many options

• Flexible group insurance

• Generous pension plan

• Employee Share Ownership Plan

• Employee and Family Assistance Program

• Preferential banking services

• Opportunities to get involved in community initiatives

• Telemedicine service

• Virtual sleep clinic

These are a few of the benefits available to you. We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family.

Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We actively listen to employees' ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication is encouraged.

We're putting people first

We're a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on peoples' lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusivity is central to our commitments. We offer a barrier-free workplace that is accessible to all employees.

We want our recruitment process to be fully accessible. If you require accommodation, feel free to let us know during your first conversations with us. We welcome all candidates What can you bring to our team?

Come live your ambitions with us

Additional required languages: English, French

Skills: Governance, Risk and Compliance, Relationship Building, Accountability, Anti-Money Laundering, Learning Agility, Self-motivation, Anti-terrorism framework, Resilience, Results-driven