Risk Analyst - Toronto, Canada - GTT, LLC

Description

• Contract Duration 18 months

• The Transaction Monitoring Analyst provides a range of analytical and/or operational process support within a defined functional area.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of relevant regulations as well as existing and emerging Client/TF, BSA, Sanctions, and ABAC risk across the business.

• Customer
• Act as a key resource/specialist owner or representative by providing technical subject matter expertise/analysis or operational process support on AML/ATF, Sanctions/ABAC matters
• The Transaction Monitoring Analyst will contribute to the identification, and implementation of new products, operating workflow, additional services/products/applications, or operational efficiencies
• Ensure currency transaction reports, suspicious activity reports, and suspicious transaction reports are filed in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Run and review information against various lists/guidelines to ensure accuracy and flag potential deviations and unusual activity
• Develop and execute AML, Sanctions/ABAC reporting functions and/or produce consolidated or aggregated reporting as appropriate
• Shareholder
• Prioritize and manage own workload to meet SLA requirements for service and productivity
• Consistently exercise discretion in managing correspondence, information, and all matters of confidentiality; escalate issues where appropriate
• Protect the interests of the organization – identify and manage risks, and escalate non-standard, high-risk transactions/activities as necessary
• Comply with applicable internal and external audit and regulatory requirements and may actively participate in Audit Reviews, providing recommendations and guidance as required
• Keep abreast of emerging issues, trends, and evolving regulatory requirements and assess potential impacts
• Maintain a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetite

• Participate fully as a member of the team, support a positive work environment that promotes service to the business, quality, innovation, and teamwork, and ensure timely communication of issues/ points of interest
• Support the team by continuously enhancing knowledge/expertise in their own area and participating in knowledge transfer within the team and business unit
• Keep current on emerging trends/ developments and grow knowledge of the business, related tools, and techniques
• The Transaction Monitoring Analyst will participate in personal performance management and development activities, including cross-training within own team
• Keep 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
• Contribute to the success of the team by willingly assisting others in the completion and performance of work activities; provide training, coaching, and/or guidance as appropriate.
• Contribute to a fair, positive, and equitable environment that supports a diverse workforce
• Act as a brand champion for your business area/function and the bank, both internally and/or externally

• Require specialized expertise and perform multiple and/or diverse tasks that are highly complex, involving multiple steps, systems, and jurisdictions
• Transactions and activities require in-depth knowledge across a broad range of variety of products, processes, or systems within their own area of specialty and where transactions could be characterized by moderate to high risk
• Gather and analyze data to identify complex problems and escalate as required
• Generally, interact with internal customers/partners for functions performed and/or external customers
• May provide process/policy guidance to others (e.g. within the team, internal partners)
• The focus of work is weekly, monthly, and/or longer with the addition of ad-hoc and initiative-based requests, as required
• Process subject matter expert in a range of technical processes and procedures Generally reports to a Team Manager

• Reviewing alerts for potential risks.
• Write up 1-2 paragraphs on why they make decisions effectively.
• Must understand AML risks to find potential risks

• 2+ years of AML experience
• Able to work independently but also work as part of a team
• Self-drive and motivation to learn
• Computer savvy – pick up on internal systems and quick learner

• Experience in banking or international banking experience
• Professional education or certifications

• As a top 10 North American bank, our client aims to stand out from its peers by having a differentiated brand – anchored in a proven business model and rooted in a desire to give its customers, communities, and colleagues the confidence to thrive in a changing world.
• Our client engages in providing financial products and services. They offer various financial products and services, telephone, Internet, and mobile banking services, retail and commercial banking services, and wealth management services. The Wholesale Banking segment provides capital markets, investment banking, corporate banking products, and investment needs to companies, governments, and institutions in financial markets.