AML Analyst (12 month Fixed Term Contract)
About The Position
We are hiring for 2 positions (1 yr fixed term contracts) within our AML Program on our Fiat and Crypto teams. The Anti-Money Laundering (AML) team is responsible for the detection, response, and mitigation of inherent and residual money laundering and terrorist financing risks. In this role you will learn/understand: The different types of money laundering and terrorist financing risks faced by Wealthsimple and what a risk-based approach means Wealthsimple’s regulatory obligations, policies and procedures to combat money laundering and terrorist financing How AML Operations reduces risk to Wealthsimple The due diligence process and its related information sources The process for identifying and reporting suspicious client activity In this role you will have the opportunity to: Analyze and investigate alerts that are generated using standard policies, procedures and tools, aimed at meeting internal and external AML regulatory requirements. Alerts include, but are not limited to: Automated Transaction Monitoring Cryptocurrency AML Ledger Screening Perform Name Screening matches against relevant Adverse Media, PEP, Economic Sanctions and Terrorism Lists Enhanced Due Due Diligence Reviews (High Risk Clients, Politically Exposed Persons) Engage in critical thinking and leverage data analysis techniques and pattern detection to uncover financial crime. Utilize internal systems and tools for obtaining information and documenting alert dispositions. Manage multiple alerts at a time and maintain Service Level Agreements within specified timeframes. Participate in calibration sessions with peers and relevant internal staff to identify financial crime trends.
Requirements
- 2+ years experience working in an AML/CTF role at a financial technology or technology-driven financial services firm
- A high level of precision and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in reviews
- Resourceful, persistent and able to thrive in a fast paced environment
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and requirements, and stay up-to-date with changing regulations and industry standards
- Ability to analyze datasets and identify anomalies and patterns
- Ability to take ownership with a proactive, not reactive, approach
- Great communication skills, both verbally and via written reports
- Passion about technology, and eager to learn about the AML industry
Nice To Haves
- CAMS, Chainalysis Certifications, or other AML related certifications
Responsibilities
- Analyze and investigate alerts that are generated using standard policies, procedures and tools, aimed at meeting internal and external AML regulatory requirements.
- Perform Name Screening matches against relevant Adverse Media, PEP, Economic Sanctions and Terrorism Lists
- Enhanced Due Diligence Reviews (High Risk Clients, Politically Exposed Persons)
- Engage in critical thinking and leverage data analysis techniques and pattern detection to uncover financial crime.
- Utilize internal systems and tools for obtaining information and documenting alert dispositions.
- Manage multiple alerts at a time and maintain Service Level Agreements within specified timeframes.
- Participate in calibration sessions with peers and relevant internal staff to identify financial crime trends.
Benefits
- Top-tier health benefits and life insurance
- Long-term group savings with employer match, through Wealthsimple for Business
- 20 vacation days, 4 wellness days, and unlimited sick and mental health days per year
- 90 days away: work outside Canada for up to 90 days per year
- Employee resource groups, including Rainbow (2SLGBTQ), Women of WS, and Black at WS
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
