POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Compliance Analyst is responsible for the implementation, monitoring and continuous improvement of the Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Anti-Terrorist Financing (ATF) compliance program, in accordance with the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA) and the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) guidelines. This role aims to protect the organization from financial, regulatory and reputational risks associated with financial crimes.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Ability to work under pressure in a regulated environment.
• Strong organizational, planning, and priority management skills.
• Ability to anticipate risks and propose concrete solutions.
• Strong autonomy while working effectively in a team with rigor and diplomacy.
  Bilingualism (French and English) is required for this position due to the nature of the role requiring interaction with national and global clients.

SKILLS:

• English
• French
• Analytical Thinking
• Copywriting
• Copywriting

YOUR FUTURE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Contribute to the implementation and supervision of the AML/CFT compliance program.
• Contribute to the implementation and maintenance of the anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing policy, ensuring its alignment with the requirements of the PCMLTFA, FINTRAC guidelines, and other applicable regulations.
• Contribute to the periodic review of the policy and procedures to ensure their effectiveness and compliance with standards.
• Support the monitoring of the effective implementation of AML/CFT policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Maintain records in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the manager.

Risk Assessment

• Support risk assessments to identify risks of illicit financial activities, including money laundering, terrorist financing, sanctions evasion, and fraud.
• Support the ongoing updating of the risk assessment based on changes in the company’s activities.
• Support the implementation of control measures to detect and prevent ML/TF-related activities.

Transaction Monitoring and Reporting

• Support the analysis of alerts generated by transaction monitoring systems to identify suspicious transactions;
• Investigate suspicious transactions and document the results in collaboration with the manager;
• Provide advisory support to the audit team;
• Support the report production process and submit mandatory reports for submission.
• Collaborate with technology teams to optimize monitoring tools and integrate data analytics into risk detection.

Training and Awareness

• Participate in the development of the AML/ATF training program for staff, ensuring it meets regulatory expectations. -Contribute to documenting and maintaining up-to-date training records and evaluating their effectiveness.

• Foster a culture focused on proactive management and prevention.

Audit and Review Support

• Participate in internal audits and external compliance reviews, providing assistance and required documentation.
• Support the organization and documentation of assessment results, updates, and progress made, in support of the manager.
• Contribute to the implementation of recommendations from audits or FINTRAC requests.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE:

• University degree in law, finance, criminology, risk management, or a related field.
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience in a similar role (compliance, AML/CFT, financial crimes).
• Knowledge of the PCMLTFA, FINTRAC guidelines, and compliance best practices.
• Professional certification in compliance or AML/CFT (e.g., Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist – CAMS, Association of Certified Financial Crime Specialists – ACFCS) is an asset.
• Experience in a FINTRAC-regulated sector, particularly within a money services business, a payments company, or a fintech company, is a significant asset.
• Proficiency in transaction monitoring tools and compliance management systems.
• Excellent analytical, writing, and synthesis skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent French (written and spoken) required; fluency in English.