JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Financial Crime Risk Lead Investigator leads thematic (i.e., regulatory/public private partnerships) investigative projects, complex and sensitive investigations through analysis of evidence gathered for both internal and external investigations. This includes reporting, mitigating, and disrupting financial crime for AML, ATF, Sanctions and ABAC. Provides investigative, developmental and quality assurance support to the Senior Manager and their team, focused on the investigative output of the teams.
The Financial Crime Risk Lead Investigator conducts end to end investigations of various higher complexity and sensitivity through analysis of evidence gathered for both internal and external investigations. Includes authority in applying reasonable grounds to suspect money laundering/terrorist financing, mitigating, and disrupting financial crime (recommending for demarket and/or freezing accounts by the appropriate investigative unit).

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience
• 7+ years of experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years working in a role dedicated to conducting complex money laundering investigations either in a law enforcement agency or a financial institution
• Experience in writing and/or reviewing Suspicious Activity Reports
• Knowledge of criminal investigative techniques
• Knowledge of financial industry products, policies, and procedures

CUSTOMER ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Leads a variety of complex investigations, including AML, Sanctions/ABAC and Financial Crime
• Applies sound methodologies to collect, preserve, and analyze evidence while staying current on global emerging risks and technology threats
• Assesses and prioritizes files and investigates assigned cases ensuring proper protocols are in place and effectively applied
• Works effectively with counterparts at other FI’s, law enforcement, Non-Profits, and others in government within prescribed protocols to maximize opportunities for information sharing and to reduce TDBFG exposure
• Conducts investigations in a professional and timely manner
• Identifies and communicates procedural weaknesses to businesses and ensures processes for remediation are in place such as following up for corrective action where applicable
• Identifies industry and typologies risk and trends for respective program areas and shares knowledge with appropriate stakeholders. This may include working with law enforcement and others in the judicial system
• Maintains and establishes working relationships with internal partners (e.g., HR, Employment Standards and Legal etc.,) for investigative purposes
• Applies sound methodologies to collect, preserve, and analyze digital evidence in accordance with investigative mandate

SHAREHOLDER ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Evaluates the effectiveness of processes/services and recommends/champions possible enhancements; may create new processes
• Establishes escalation processes within the investigative unit and a feedback mechanism to relevant stakeholders
• Plans and delivers efficient and cost-effective processes that support and promote the implementation of programs
• Conducts internal and external research projects; supports the development/delivery of presentations/communications; may deliver presentations to management
• Ensures a high level of service by setting clear service standards and measuring effectiveness
• Supports the annual planning cycle; confirms quarterly forecast amounts (invoices and estimates) for quarterly budget lockdown
• Adheres to enterprise frameworks or methodologies that relate to activities for respective business area(s)
• Consistently exercises discretion in managing correspondence, information and all matters of confidentiality; escalates issues where appropriate
• Protect the interests of the organization – identifies and manages risks, and ensures the prompt and thorough resolution of escalated non-standard, high-risk issues
• Runs analysis at the functional or enterprise level using results to draw conclusions, makes recommendations, assesses the effectiveness of programs/policies/practices
• Keeps abreast of emerging issues, trends, and evolving regulatory requirements and assesses potential impacts
• Maintains a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetite

EMPLOYEE/TEAM ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Participates fully as a member of the team, supports a positive work environment that promotes service to the business, quality, innovation and teamwork and ensures timely communication of issues/points of interest
• Provides thought leadership and/ or industry knowledge for own area of expertise and participates in knowledge transfer within the team and business unit
• Keeps current on emerging trends/developments and grows knowledge of the business, related tools and techniques
• Leads or participates in personal performance management and development activities, including cross training within own team
• Keeps others informed and up to date about the status/progress of projects and/or all relevant or useful information related to day-to-day activities
• Contributes to team development of skills and capabilities through mentorship of others, by sharing knowledge and experiences and leveraging best practices
• Leads, motivates and develops relationships with internal and external business partners/stakeholders to develop productive working relationships
• Contributes to a fair, positive and equitable environment that supports a diverse workforce
• Acts as a brand ambassador for your business area/function and the bank, both internally and/or externally

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Never: 0%; Occasional: 1-33%; Frequent: 34-66%; Continuous: 67-100%

• Domestic Travel – Occasional
• International Travel – Never
• Performing sedentary work – Continuous
• Performing multiple tasks – Continuous
• Operating standard office equipment - Continuous
• Responding quickly to sounds – Occasional
• Sitting – Continuous
• Standing – Occasional
• Walking – Occasional
• Moving safely in confined spaces – Occasional
• Lifting/Carrying (under 25 lbs.) – Occasional
• Lifting/Carrying (over 25 lbs.) – Never
• Squatting – Occasional
• Bending – Occasional
• Kneeling – Never
• Crawling – Never
• Climbing – Never
• Reaching overhead – Never
• Reaching forward – Occasional
• Pushing – Never
• Pulling – Never
• Twisting – Never
• Concentrating for long periods of time – Continuous
• Applying common sense to deal with problems involving standardized situations – Continuous
• Reading, writing and comprehending instructions – Continuous
• Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing – Continuous

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The listed or specified responsibilities & duties are considered essential functions for ADA purposes.

WHO WE ARE:

TD is one of the world’s leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to the Bank, those we serve, and the economies we support. We are guided by our vision to Be the Better Bank and our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues.
TD is deeply committed to being a leader in customer experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are customer facing. As we build our business and deliver on our strategy, we are innovating to enhance the customer experience and build capabilities to shape the future of banking. Whether you’ve got years of banking experience or are just starting your career in financial services, we can help you realize your potential. Through regular leadership and development conversations to mentorship and training programs, we’re here to support you towards your goals. As an organization, we keep growing – and so will you.

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