Aml/atf Compliance Manager - Toronto, Canada - Duca

Duca

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Why DUCA?
At DUCA, we strive for excellence in everything we do. Our commitment to
_Do more, Be more, Achieve more_ is what sets us apart and drives our company culture.

DUCA's impact goes beyond our financial solutions - we're dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of our members and in our community.

We believe our employees are our most valuable resource We are committed to providing you with the tools, support, and challenge you need to develop your career and achieve a healthy work-life balance while contributing to our outstanding culture.

DUCA offers a strong total compensation package including competitive salaries and bonuses, employer-paid benefits, banking perks, wellness days, and much more.

AML/ATF Compliance Manager

Job Purpose & Summary

The Anti Money Laundering / Anti Terrorist Financing (AML/ATF) Compliance Manager works effectively to lead the AML/ATF Program and team at DUCA.

This position contributes to the building and execution of an effective bank-wide AML /ATF program and ensures all activities conducted are in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures.

The AML/ATF Compliance Manager is responsible for leading others in the completion of tasks and collaborating with multiple departments and third-party service providers, including but not limited to DUCA's retail team and Member-facing employees, FINTRAC, External Auditors, and Navaera On-Demand.

This position will have oversight and responsibility for all AML/ATF project outcomes.

This position requires someone who is deeply knowledgeable about industry standards and regulations, is detail-oriented, has strong written and verbal communication skills, and supports the Compliance Department in promoting and fostering a compliance culture at DUCA.

Key Accountabilities & Duties

Lead a high performing team while providing training, coaching, and all other aspects of people management and development.
Oversee the team's production and results, seeking opportunities for improved efficiency and streamlined processes and conduct quality control review as necessary.
Oversee AML/ATF transaction monitoring event adjudication, financial crime investigations (i.e., AML/ATF), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) and associated periodic highrisk reviews and FINTRAC regulatory reporting (i.e. LCTR, EFTR, STR, TPR, SOTR).
Collaborate with Business Units and other areas such as Risk, Internal Audit, and IT to appropriately direct compliance issues to provide advice and direction to lines of business educating them on AML matters and ensure employees understand AML/ATF and regulatory compliance requirements.
Build and maintain current, detailed knowledge of AML and Sanctions regulatory requirements and best practices and provide AML/ATF guidance and expertise across the organization.
Ensure department operates in compliance with applicable internal and external requirements and standards.
Lead internal and external reviews of the AML/ATF Compliance Program and execute AML/ATF compliance program strategy and activities.
Conduct the review and amend existing compliance policies and procedures or create and implement new compliance policies and procedures as required.
Respond to alleged violations of laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures with remediation action plans for the three lines of defence and oversee the ongoing monitoring and reporting of action plan progress. Monitor noncompliance and escalate any issues where noncompliance is not addressed.
Identify, measure, monitor, and escalate compliance risks through the development of quantifiable risk assessments and oversight of consistent policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Prepare responses to the findings identified in the reviews and examinations and drive remedial action to resolve gaps identified in audits and regulatory examinations, in keeping with three lines of defence.
Provide reporting as required to senior leadership and clients.

Occupational Experience & Education Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in applicable field such as Finance or Business.
5+ years people management experience and proven decisionmaking ability.
5+ years of prior progressive experience in a financial institution or similar role, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML) managerial experience.
Experience with Navaera On-Demand considered an asset
Experience with Celero/DNA (core banking system) considered an asset
Credit union experience considered an asset.
CAMS and/or CFCS certification considered an asset.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

Ability to lead projects, develop timelines, coordinate project teams and implement action items during the life of a project.
Ability to multitask, work independently and as part of a team, establishing cooperative and collaborative working relationships.
Critical thinking with strong analytical, risk assessment, and research skills.
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