Manager, Financial Crimes Oversight Testing

RBC • Vancouver, BC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The opportunity is to conduct second line of defence (“2LoD”) oversight testing of the Royal Bank of Canada (“RBC”) Financial Crime (“FC”) units and controls that operate across Canada and the Caribbean regions (including Target Operating Model controls), as defined by the approved Financial Crimes Oversight Testing – Canada, Caribbean, Central (“FCOT Central”) plan/schedule. The role involves completing oversight testing activities, including facilitating business process/control walkthroughs, assisting in drafting test plans, the creation and execution of operational and design effectiveness testing and related working papers, issue identification, development and validation of issue action plans, and aiding in the formulation of the executive reporting. As an AML compliance subject matter expert for the Canadian and Caribbean regulatory jurisdictions, the incumbent will be proactively identifying risks, trends, themes, and systemic breakdowns within the FC AML and operational controls. Testing areas of focus will include: AML advisory, anti-bribery/anti-corruption, financial intelligence units, global economic sanctions, high risk client management, and regulatory reporting.

Requirements

• At least three years of experience in AML SME within a second line or audit testing function
• Sound knowledge of international laws and regulations related to AML, ATF, ABAC and Sanctions
• Working background/experience with major business segments of RBC or other global financial institutions
• Strong written and oral communication skills; business writing experience
• Very strong interpersonal and analytical skills
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
• Very good working knowledge of Microsoft suite of software

Nice To Haves

• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Certified Financial Crimes Specialist (ACFS)

Responsibilities

• Perform oversight testing to identify and analyze potential deficiencies or control gaps within the RBC FC department
• Conduct test planning, fieldwork, reporting, and issues management related tasks on key RBC FC programs and in scope business processes/controls
• Maintain continuous communication and effective engagement with management and stakeholders on the development, progress and results of our oversight testing engagements
• Establish, develop, and maintain solid business relationships with internal and external partners
• Identify and maintain awareness of emerging risks relevant to effective compliance testing practices, FC programs and controls
• Champion the identification of areas requiring enhancement and efficiency within the testing program
• Participate in strategic discussions to drive efficiency / productivity through testing initiatives

Benefits

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses, flexible benefits and competitive compensation
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Opportunity to make a difference and have a lasting impact
• Flexible work/life balance options
• Work in a dynamic and challenging work environment with a collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager