AML Analyst-CAMS/Banking

Job summary

Analyze transactions to identify trends and potential suspicious activity, prioritize cases, and escalate high-risk transactions in accordance with compliance protocols. Support AML, anti-terrorist financing, and sanctions compliance through due diligence, regulatory awareness, collaboration, and process improvement.

Job details

Are you experienced in AML operations and looking for a new challenge? Apply Now! Working with one of our top financial clients, this role calls for a AML Analyst-CAMS/Banking. This position offers an exciting opportunity to support Anti-Money Laundering (AML) operations within a leading financial institution. As a Risk Analyst II, you will analyze transactional activity, identify potential risks, and contribute to the organization’s efforts to combat money laundering and terrorist financing. Pay rate range (CAD): $40.75/hr - $48.90/hr Responsibilities Conduct analysis of transactional activity to detect risks, identify trends, and flag potential suspicious activity. Prioritize and manage workload to meet required service levels for efficiency and accuracy. Escalate high-risk or non-standard transactions in accordance with compliance protocols. Stay informed of relevant regulations and ensure adherence to AML and sanctions laws. Provide technical expertise and operational support on AML/ATF and sanctions-related matters. Review information against various lists and guidelines to ensure compliance and flag deviations. Handle activities involving multiple steps, systems, and jurisdictions with attention to detail. Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency. Ensure due diligence procedures support transaction accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with internal teams and external contacts as needed, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality. Support a positive team environment by actively participating and sharing knowledge. Uphold internal policies, procedures, and regulatory standards. Foster a culture of risk awareness and control through adherence to policies and effective processes. Desired Skill-Set 2+ years of risk analyst experience or equivalent in AML operations. Fundamental knowledge of AML standards, procedures, laws, and regulations. Proficiency in MS Office applications. Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to research, organize, and prioritize tasks. Strong discretion handling confidential information. Effective verbal and written communication skills. High attention to detail. Nice to Have Experience within banking or financial services. CAMS or ACFCS certification. Familiarity with compliance monitoring tools and case management systems. BeachHead is an equal opportunity agency and employer. We advocate for our candidates and welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or physical or mental disability. BeachHead or our clients may use technology-enabled tools, including automation and artificial intelligence (AI), to support parts of the recruitment process such as resume screening, application management, and candidate matching. These tools assist our recruiters and our clients, and do not replace human decision-making. This job posting represents a current or anticipated vacancy. The position may be filled at any time, and the posting may be removed without notice once the role has been filled. Privacy Policy

What you’ll do

Analyze transactions to identify trends and potential suspicious activity, prioritize cases, and escalate high-risk transactions in accordance with compliance protocols. Support AML, anti-terrorist financing, and sanctions compliance through due diligence, regulatory awareness, collaboration, and process improvement.

Requirements

Requires at least two years of risk analyst experience or equivalent AML operations experience, fundamental knowledge of AML standards and regulations, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Candidates should have strong analytical, research, communication, prioritization, and confidentiality skills; banking experience and CAMS or ACFCS certification are preferred.

Listed skills

• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• AML Operations
• Transactional Analysis
• Risk Analysis
• Suspicious Activity Detection
• AML Compliance
• Sanctions Compliance
• Regulatory Compliance
• Due Diligence
• Analytical Skills
• Research
• Workload Prioritization
• Confidentiality
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Microsoft Office
• Process Improvement

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Data & Analytics

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