AML Financial Crime Risk Specialist

Work Location:

Canada

Hours:

37.5

Line of Business:

Financial Crime Risk Management

Pay Details:

We’re committed to providing fair and equitable compensation to all our colleagues. As a candidate, we encourage you to have an open dialogue with a member of our HR Team and ask compensation related questions, including pay details for this role.

Job Description:

At TD Global Anti-Money Laundering, we’re committed to detect and deter anyone from using TD products or services for money laundering and terrorist financing activity. Our dedication is upheld and deployed through four key team functions – Policy, Testing, Advisory and Operations – that together build our Global Anti-Money Laundering (GAML) Program and professional community.

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Road to Strong (RTS) Team is the team that develops, articulates and documents the Enterprise Road to Strong (RTS) Program strategy. The RTS team develops, articulates and documents the strategy to implement the Target Operating Model (TOM). The RTS team leads the Enterprise RTS Program for Canada and TDS; Accountable for the end-to-end product roadmap.

The RTS Governance Team:

• Establishes the process, inputs and sequencing for challenge committee.
• Develops and owns the requirements for the oversight of AML / sanctions by first line governance & control functions contained within the Bank’s 1B Mandate.

• Accountable for chapter 1 – Governance deliverables under the Enterprise RTS Program
• Leads on the implementation of the newly developed Target Operating Model in Canada and TDS
• Builds and maintains standardized and transparent monitoring across the Enterprise RTS Program with appropriate KPIs, KRI, and comprehensive reporting.
• Drives agile delivery of the project.
• Partners with relevant SME’s and external consultants to implement the recommended action plans within appropriate timelines

The AML Financial Crime Risk Specialist / Manager, Road to Strong Governance will:

• Support a high performing team on delivery of AML compliance programs and culture.
• Support the AVP and Senior Managers in Chapter 1 on the execution of key deliverables within Chapter 1 of Enterprise RTS Program with a focus on defining the Quality Control Standards for managing AML risks and supporting the LoB in implementing the Quality Control Standards
• Support the implementation of the TOM
• Work closely with the US team to ensure alignment across Enterprise and US Program
• Manage interdependencies between Chapter 1 and other Chapters as there is huge interconnectedness between the deliverables from Chapter 1 and other Chapters and vice versa.
• Provide strategic direction on a broad and diverse range of complex AML/Sanctions/ABAC program activities
• Contribute to the development and implementation of AML Compliance programs related to all aspects of AML and ATF laws
• Meet with business partners and business leaders to determine AML strategies and directs the compliance culture
•  Provide insight, guidance, and recommendation on AML subject matter, regulatory and industry issues
• Keep current on 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
• Share knowledge, information, skills, and subject matter expertise among the team and ensure the timely communication of issues and encourage good working relationships with other functions and teams
• Support an environment where team freely escalates business challenges; facilitate change through positive reinforcement of milestones and successes
• Manage and prioritize multiple projects at a given time
• Act as point of contact for team for resolution and provides direction to resolve issues or escalate
• Generate reports to executive management

Job Requirements:

Other Qualifications/Skills/Experience:

• Undergraduate degree required
• 7+ years of relevant AML experience
• Proven background in risk management, particularly in understanding the development of and implementation of risk initiatives
• Proven background in using influencing skills and being comfortable with raising strategic ideas for change
•  Proven leadership skills, demonstrating the ability to act as a catalyst for change
• Previous experience developing and executing on strategies and delivering superior results in both the short and long term
• Proven ability in leveraging deep subject matter expertise to align teams to a central vision, while also listening and engaging others to provide input in the shaping of that vision
• Strong collaborator who engages colleagues, business partners, external stakeholders, and employees
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills and strong interpersonal and leadership skills to facilitate working with senior management at all levels
• Skillful communication (written and verbal), negotiation and partnership skills to balance stakeholder input but remain objective to reach the right outcome - ability to stay resilient under pressure

• Robust organizational skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Excellent analytical skills in assessing risk, issues and challenging the status quo
• Comfortable navigating a space that is not well defined, ambiguous and complex at times.

Who We Are:

TD is one of the world’s leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to the Bank, those we serve, and the economies we support. We are guided by our vision to Be the Better Bank and our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues.

TD is deeply committed to being a leader in customer experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are customer facing. As we build our business and deliver on our strategy, we are innovating to enhance the customer experience and build capabilities to shape the future of banking. Whether you’ve got years of banking experience or are just starting your career in financial services, we can help you realize your potential. Through regular leadership and development conversations to mentorship and training programs, we’re here to support you towards your goals. As an organization, we keep growing – and so will you.

Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical, and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs. Learn more

Additional Information:
We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Colleague Development
If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD – and we’re committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.
 

Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process 
We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation
Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you’d like accommodations (including accessible meeting rooms, captioning for virtual interviews, etc.) to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Language Requirement:

N/A.