Manager, AML FIU (Canadian Personal Banking)

What is the opportunity
Work as an integral member of the AML Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) Investigations team. Lead by example in delivering personal results to assist members of the Investigations Team to elevate collective performance and work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve unit objectives. Subject Matter Expert (SME) on AML Investigations and works with the team members as a mentor/coach in order to elevate team member performance. Support initial and ongoing training and development of Investigations Team members. Plan conduct and complete risk-based investigations into matters referred to the AML FIU through the gathering analysis and evaluation of relevant information in order to determine whether sufficient suspicion exists of money laundering financing of terrorism or other criminal activities to justify making a report to the Regulatory Authority for the purpose of complying with legislative/regulatory requirements and mitigating risk to RBC in line with established organizational policy.

What will you do

• Act as SME to provide guidance and direction to team members on money laundering financing of terrorism and related issues
• Collaborate with the Senior Manager and team members to establish develop and leverage contacts to support investigation requirements and the AML FIU
• Assist the Senior Manager and peer managers with ongoing support and development of investigators following initial training
• Assist with the ongoing reviews and development of policies and guidance applicable to AML
• Conduct case reviews and/or approvals for the Senior Manager when required
• Plan conduct and complete risk-based investigations into relevant matters referred to the FIU in line with approved processes including but not limited to those originating from media scans transaction monitoring as well as Unusual Transaction Reporting via internal partners
• Maintain accurate comprehensive and timely records of all investigative actions and decisions taken ensuring that all material and information obtained is treated in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements and RBC policy
• Gather information/intelligence from all available sources in order to determine whether reasonable grounds to suspect money laundering financing of terrorism or other criminal activities exists to justify making a report to the relevant Regulatory Authority for the purpose of complying with legislative/regulatory requirements and mitigating risk to RBC in line with established organizational policy
• Prepare relevant reports as required including documentation in support of any action proposed based on the results of investigations
• Work with the Global AML FIU Investigation Team and other FIU partners to ensure that investigations are conducted within defined timelines and are escalated in accordance with relevant policy
• Promote support and adhere to RBCs policies and guidelines on Code of Conduct Collective Ambition Personal and Professional Development Equal Opportunities Health & Safety Data Protection and Information Security in accordance with published Policy / Guidance documents and protocols

What do you need to succeed
Must have

• University degree in relevant field of study (i.e. business criminology law)
• Leadership skills
• Knowledge of banking systems and processes
• Strong AML knowledge
• Strong knowledge of relevant predicate offences
• Skilled in open-source research

Nice to have

• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) designation

Whats 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 compensation commissions.

• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.

• Work in a dynamic collaborative progressive and high-performing team

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Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

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