AML Analyst in Toronto

Salary Range: $60,000 to $65,000

Who We Are: Canaccord Genuity (CG) is a leading independent full-service financial services firm, with operations in two principal segments of the securities industry: wealth management and capital markets. Our success is built on deep sector expertise, strong relationships, and a commitment to delivering value across our business - for clients, colleagues, partners, and stakeholders. We are a leading independent wealth management firm in Canada, and the leading mid-market provider of investment banking advisory, equity research, sales and trading services for corporations and institutions. We pride ourselves on understanding the people and markets we serve, and bringing thoughtful and innovative solutions to our work. Our entrepreneurial and collaborative culture will challenge you to learn and grow every day. We value great work and are looking for talented people who thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to make an impact through innovative ideas, sound judgement and industry leading best practices. Come be a part of our Canadian success story and help contribute to the work that drives our business forward. At CG, we recognize that diversity across our business strengthens our client relationships and enables more innovative solutions. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. CG provides an accessible candidate experience. If you need any accommodation throughout the interview process and beyond, please let us know.

Our Canadian operation, Canaccord Genuity Corp., is currently looking for an Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Analyst to join our Compliance department. The AML Analyst will contribute to the regulatory control of Canaccord Genuity by providing the highest standard of integrity for the firm and its clients.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct and complete risk-based investigations into individual and legal entity clients using transactional information, open-source research and client documentation.
• Make determinations regarding the outcome of investigations with respect to the requirement to complete Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) with FINTRAC.
• Prepare Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) including entry of transactional data resulting from investigations into FINTRAC reporting software.
• Maintain accurate records of investigative actions and outcomes in line with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Advise supervisors, management and other internal stakeholders on the outcomes of investigative activities.
• Provide support to supervisors and VPs, Compliance.
• Provide input for processes & procedures to assist firm in being compliant with regulatory requirements.
• Perform time-sensitive tasks (e.g. year end and regulatory audit inquiries) quickly in response to regulatory and internal stakeholder inquiries.
• Handle internal and external queries efficiently to promote business and in turn profitability.
• Document queries and the result of such for reference purposes in order to target and resolve potential deficiencies.

Skills & Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience in the securities industry or a FINTRAC reporting entities financial intelligence unit.
• Understanding of CIRO, FINTRAC/PCMLTFA and related regulations.
• Familiarity with money laundering and fraud typologies, especially as they relate to the securities industry.
• Experience and knowledge of legal documentation for corporations, trusts and other legal entities.
• Detail-oriented, accurate and thorough.
• Aptitude to seek information, problem solve, exhibit sound judgment and discretion.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and take initiative.
• Work in a team environment and demonstrate a professional and friendly manner.
• Proficiency with MS office suites required, Dataphile and WorldCheck are an asset.
• Completion or willingness to complete CAMS, the CSC and CPH is an asset.

All applications will be held in strict confidence. In order to be considered for employment, candidates selected for interviews will be required to show proof of citizenship, permanent residence or eligibility to work in Canada with no restrictions. Protecting your online safety: Canaccord Genuity and its affiliates do not use text messages for recruitment purposes. If you have received a text message claiming to be from CG or an authorized representative regarding job recruitment, please treat as fraudulent and do not respond. We wish to thank all candidates for their interest but only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. Thank you for your understanding.