Job Information
Manulife Senior AML Compliance Lead in Toronto, Ontario
The AML/ATF Operations team is responsible for complying with the anti-money laundering/anti-terrorist financing (AML/ATF) regulations on behalf of all Canadian domiciled entities of Manulife. This includes: The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company, Manulife Investment Management Limited, Manulife Wealth, Manulife Investments and Manulife Bank and Trust. Reporting to the AML/ATF Program Manager, the Senior AML Compliance Lead will be responsible for handling complex matters, providing expertise and oversight to AML Compliance Analysts as they support all lines of business in accordance with Manulife’s AML/ATF policies and procedures.
Position Responsibilities:
Provide leadership support and mentorship of AML analysts as a subject matter expert, assisting with their professional development.
Review and validate work completed by AML analysts for accuracy and comprehensive explanation to support determinations from assessments and quality of reports before final submission to FINTRAC within prescribed timeframes.
Maintain a current understanding of money laundering and terrorist financing issues, including policies, procedures, regulations, industry best practices, criminal typologies, and developing trends to recommend enhancements to, or creation of, transaction monitoring scenarios.
Involvement in projects and initiatives related to AML representing the interests of AML Compliance Operations
Prepare reports for review outlining the depth of investigation activity, risk assessments, recommended remediation actions and performing statistical analysis of Analyst productivity.
Required Qualifications:
5+ years of AML/ATF experience.
Solid experience with AML/ATF management & reporting systems (e.g., PRM, FCRM, FWR).
Understanding of AML/ATF regulations and risk management.
Effective analytical skills and strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal day-to-day guidance and strong time management skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong knowledge of all Manulife products, processes, and systems.
Demonstrated experience with mentoring others.
CAMS certification.
Ability to analyze technical information and make appropriate recommendations.
Strong technology skills and ability to work with management in the organization.
When you join our team:
We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.
About Manulife and John Hancock
Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html .
Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.
It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com .
Working Arrangement
Hybrid
Salary & Benefits
Salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. Please contact recruitment@manulife.com for additional information.
Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact recruitment@manulife.com for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.