Compliance Analyst, Enterprise AML & Payments - Virtual Currency

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This job posting is for an existing vacancy We’re looking for our next Compliance Analyst, Enterprise AML & Payments - Virtual Currency. Could It Be You? The purpose of the Compliance Analyst is to assist Questrade in complying with anti-money laundering (AML) and anti-terrorist financing (ATF) legislation and complying with Questrade’s internal AML and ATF policies and procedures. This will be achieved through the day-to-day activities performed under the supervision of the AML Compliance Supervisor.

Questrade is seeking a candidate who is interested in pursuing a career in compliance. We are seeking a motivated individual with strong organization skills, solid oral and written communication skills, attention to detail, exceptional follow-through and success in building relationships with business partners. The Compliance Analyst shall be responsible for adhering to all aspects of Questrade’s AML and ATF policies and procedures and assist with managing the financial crime exposure to the firm within the MSB and virtual currency space. Need more details? Keep reading… The Compliance Analyst is responsible for:

Performing day-to-day activities associated with Questrade’s AML and ATF program, as assigned by the Director, AML Compliance

Performing daily monitoring of large virtual currency transactions

Gathering information for case work

Performing initial reviews of unusual activity referred for compliance review

Providing recommendations based on his/her research to the Director, AML Compliance

Filing of suspicious transaction reports

Providing ongoing support to the compliance department

Performing other duties, as assigned

The Compliance Analyst is expected to:

Be proficient in FINTRAC guidelines for virtual currency

Become proficient in Questrade compliance policies and procedures

Become proficient in Questrade’s data management systems, including QOffice, BPS and FSS, Chainalysis and/or NICE Actimize

Establish positive relationships with internal clients in other business units

Work cooperatively with multiple departments during investigations

Become a subject matter expert in Questrade’s AML and ATF policies, and assess and respond to internal client requests appropriately

Take ownership of processing and completing of all tasks as assigned

Leverage AI and available automation to complete daily tasks

Drive process automation within the AML team, using AI to streamline core functions

Identify opportunities to integrate AI-driven solutions that automate manual oversight and enhance risk detection

So are YOU our next Compliance Analyst, Enterprise AML & Payments - Virtual Currency.? You are if you…

Minimum 2 years’ experience in the Canadian financial industry

6-12 months experience with a MSB, virtual currency dealer or equivalent Financial Institution

Proficient in technology related programs (SQL, Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets / G-Suite tools, PowerBI)

Post-secondary degree/diploma in related field

Knowledge of investment industry, cryptocurrency, banking is an asset

Additional kudos if you…

Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)

Solid knowledge of FINTRAC Guidelines for securities dealers

AML industry continuing education courses

Participation in industry associations, conferences and workshops

Compensation Information:

Base salary range: $65,000 - $75,000

The final compensation package will be commensurate with the successful candidate's experience, skills, and geographic location (Canada). It includes a comprehensive benefits plan and a competitive incentive (bonus) program for Full-Time Permanent roles.

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