AML, CTF and Sanctions Compliance Manager

Why GM Financial?

GM Financial is the wholly owned captive finance subsidiary of General Motors.  We are a global provider of auto finance solutions. We offer attractive retail financing and lease programs to meet the needs of each customer. We also offer commercial lending products to dealers to help them finance and grow their businesses. 

At GM Financial, we are looking for people who want to embark on an exciting career journey.  Our team members define and shape our culture — an environment that welcomes new ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging.  Here we do more than work — we thrive.

Our Purpose: We pioneer the innovations that move and connect people to what matters.

About the role: The AML, CTF and Sanctions Compliance Manager ensures GM Financial’s Canadian operations comply with the PCMLTFA, related regulations, and internal corporate standards. This role protects the organization from financial crime risks within the vehicle financing and leasing industry by overseeing the AML/CTF/Sanctions framework, setting strategic direction, and managing program controls. The manager acts as a key advisor to business functions, providing guidance on emerging initiatives, policies, and compliance matters. Through strong oversight and expertise, this role helps maintain a compliant, ethical, and reputable operation across Canada.Develop, maintain, and update AML/ATF/Sanctions policies, procedures, and program elements aligned with PCMLTFA and FINTRAC guidelines.

• Tailor compliance programs to address risks specific to vehicle financing and leasing while guiding business partners on regulatory expectations.
• Conduct ongoing enterprise-wide AML/CTF risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities across products, customers, and geographies.Oversee robust CDD/KYC processes, including customer risk profiling, beneficial ownership verification, and identification of PEPs.
• Monitor customer transactions and activities to identify suspicious patterns or behaviors that may indicate financial crime risks.Submit suspicious transaction reports (STRs) and other required regulatory filings to FINTRAC, ensuring full compliance with record‑keeping obligations.
• Deliver AML/ATF training to employees to strengthen awareness and support consistent adherence to regulatory standards.
• Serve as the primary liaison with FINTRAC and other regulatory bodies, maintaining deep knowledge of evolving AML/CTF requirements.
• Partner with Corporate Compliance and senior leadership to develop, deploy, and track all components of the compliance program.
• Identify control gaps, support remediation efforts, and present findings to senior stakeholders while promoting a strong ethical and compliance culture.

What makes you an ideal candidate?

• Extensive experience developing and executing compliance management systems and frameworks, including cross‑functional compliance programs.Strong ability to analyze complex financial data, identify suspicious patterns, assess risks, and draw evidence‑based conclusions.

• Skilled in conducting thorough investigations, gathering relevant information, and documenting findings with accuracy and clarity.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for engaging with internal teams, senior leadership, regulators, and law enforcement.

• Proven experience presenting and discussing compliance program strategy, vision, and updates directly with senior leadership and boards.

• Ability to translate strategic direction into actionable plans and move seamlessly between high‑level strategy and detailed project execution.

• Advanced analytical and data interpretation skills, with the ability to present insights clearly and hold teams accountable for strong reporting quality.

• Strong capability to interact confidently and professionally with regulators, including managing discussions, negotiations, and deadlines.

• Demonstrates high integrity, ethical judgment, and professionalism when handling sensitive information and making unbiased decisions.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Access.

• Excellent comprehension and communication skills in English; French proficiency is an asset, with additional languages considered a plus.

Work Experience

• 5+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or a related field within the financial sector, ideally with exposure to financing and leasing operations with experience reporting to senior management and the board of directors is required.

• Strong understanding of Canadian AML/ATF legislation (PCMLTFA), regulations, and FINTRAC guidelines, particularly as they apply to the consumer and commercial motor vehicle financing and leasing sector is required.

• Secondary School Completion is required.

• University Degree: Bachelors in relevant fields such as accounting, finance, business administration, or law is required.

• Professional certifications such as the Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or Certified AML and Fraud Professional (CAFP) is required.

What We Offer

• Excellent Health, Vision and Dental Benefits.
• Company Match program for RRSP contributions
• Generous Paid Time Off (personal, vacation, sick, paid holidays)
• Dynamic relationships between teams and leadership
• Quarterly Volunteer Opportunities
• Hybrid work schedule offered; ability to work a portion of your week from home

This posting is for a vacancy. 

The base range for this role is:  $95,000-$135,000

At GM Financial, we strive for transparency in all aspects of our business, including pay equity. This is the GM Financial pay range for this role and job level. The exact salary and compensation will vary based on factors like knowledge, skills, experience, and education. 

This role is eligible to participate in a performance-based incentive plan. Full time employees are eligible to participate in health benefits after 30 days of employment.