AML Officer

Location

Toronto, ON (Hybrid, 3 days on-site per week)

Language

English, professional written and verbal communication required

Duration

6-month, full-time contract, with potential for permanent conversion

Background Check Requirement

Criminal and credit background checks required

About the Opportunity

Are you an analytical, detail-oriented AML professional who enjoys solving complex cases and making a meaningful impact? A respected financial services organization is seeking an AML Analyst to support its growing Compliance team during a busy period of increased investigation activity. In this role, you'll join a collaborative team focused on maintaining strong regulatory standards and protecting financial integrity. You'll take ownership of AML investigations, transaction monitoring reviews, and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) cases, helping reduce an existing backlog while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

What's In It for You

Join a supportive environment where your investigative expertise, attention to detail, and contributions are valued. You'll gain hands‑on experience managing diverse AML cases, strengthen your regulatory knowledge, and work alongside experienced compliance professionals. With potential for permanent conversion, this opportunity offers both immediate impact and future career growth.

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll independently investigate AML cases, including transaction monitoring alerts and EDD reviews, identifying unusual activity and potential risks.
• You’ll prepare thorough case documentation and Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) in accordance with FINTRAC requirements.
• You’ll help reduce investigation backlogs while maintaining a productivity target of at least two completed cases daily.
• You’ll collaborate with the AML Team Lead to elevate higher‑risk findings and ensure consistent investigation quality.
• You’ll apply sound judgment and analytical thinking to deliver timely, accurate, and well‑supported case outcomes.

Skills and Qualifications

• 1+ years of hands‑on experience in AML investigations, transaction monitoring, or Enhanced Due Diligence.
• Working knowledge of FINTRAC regulations, including STR preparation and submission requirements.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess transaction patterns, identify suspicious activity, and evaluate financial crime risks.
• Experience managing high‑volume investigation workloads while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, with strong documentation practices and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing cases, and collaborate effectively with compliance colleagues.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI‑assisted tools to help review applications.