AML Financial Crime Risk Senior Investigator (Insider Risk)

Job Responsibility:

Work Location:

Toronto, Ontario, 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.

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High Risk Investigation (HRI) conducts investigation of complex and sensitive cases to determine potential suspicious activities. Within the HRI, there is a specialized unit consisting of subject matter experts and investigators with accountabilities for conducting investigation of insider risk relating to financial crime including money laundering, terrorist financing, sanctions, fraud, anti-bribery, and anti-corruption.

The AML Financial Crime Investigator II (Insider Risk) resides within the HRI unit who is accountable primarily for:

• Conduct complex end to end AML Insider Risk investigations. Includes authority in applying reasonable grounds to suspect money laundering/terrorist financing, mitigating, and disrupting financial crime (recommending for demarket and/or freezing accounts by the appropriate investigative unit).
• May at times provide quality control/review and mentorship of a team.
• The AML Financial Crime Risk Senior Investigator (Insider Risk) conducts end to end AML Investigations and assists with the oversight of the Insider Risk Program in Canada while partnering with internal and external stakeholders including corporate security, law enforcement, working with other people managers and investigators to ensure the controls are designed and operating effectively to mitigate the risk and compliance with regulatory requirements as well as the Bank's systems of internal controls.
• The AML Financial Crime Risk Senior Investigator (Insider Risk) reports to the Group Manager AML Financial Crime (Insider Risk).

CUSTOMER

• Conduct a variety of complex investigations, including AML, Sanctions/ABAC and Financial Crime insider risk investigations including determination of unusual and/or suspicious activities for regulatory reporting as well as risk mitigation such as demarketing of relationships and accounts.
• Ensure regulatory reporting is conducted promptly and/or without delay while adhering to regulatory requirements and internal controls.
• Apply sound methodologies to collect, preserve, and analyze evidence while staying current on global emerging risks and technology threats
• Assess and prioritize files and investigate assigned cases ensuring proper protocols are in place and effectively applied
• Work effectively with counterparts at other FI's, law enforcement, Non-Profits, and others in government within prescribed protocols to maximize opportunities for information sharing and to reduce TDBFG ex posur e
• Conduct insider investigations in a professional and timely manner
• Identify and communicate procedural weaknesses to businesses
• Identify industry and typologies risk and trends for respective program areas and share knowledge with appropriate stakeholders.
• Maintain and establish working relationships with internal partners (e.g., HR, Employment Standards and Legal etc.,) for investigative purposes
• Apply sound methodologies to collect, preserve, and analyze digital evidence in accordance with investigative mandate.

SHAREHOLDER

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders including Corporate Security, Legal, Human Resources.
• Patriciate in forums, working groups and other established task force while representing the HRI to ensure information is shared among various stakeholders in a timely, concise, and accurate manner.
• Lead work stream by acting as a project lead for large or complex projects/initiatives in accordance with project management methodologies
• Evaluate the effectiveness of processes/services and recommend/champion possible enhancements
• Recommend improvements to escalation processes within the investigative unit and a feedback mechanism to relevant stakeholders.
• Plan and deliver efficient and cost-effective processes that support and promote the implementation of programs
• Conduct internal and external research projects; support the development/ delivery of presentations / communications to management or broader audience
• Adhere to enterprise frameworks or methodologies that relate to activities for respective business area(s)
• Monitor service, productivity and assess efficiency levels within own function and implement continuous process/performance improvements where opportunities exist
• Consistently exercise discretion in managing correspondence, information and all matters of confidentiality; escalate issues where appropriate
• Protect the interests of the organization - identify and manage risks, and ensure the prompt and thorough resolution of escalated non-standard, high-risk issues
• Run analysis at the functional or enterprise level using results to draw conclusions, make recommendations, assess the effectiveness of programs/ policies/ practices
• Keep abreast of 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

EMPLOYEE / TEAM

• Participate fully as a member of the team, support a positive work environment that promotes service to the business, quality, innovation and teamwork and ensure timely communication of issues/ points of interest
• Share industry knowledge for own area of expertise and participate in knowledge transfer within the team and business unit
• Keep current on emerging trends/ developments and grow knowledge of the business, related tools and techniques
• Participate in personal performance management and development activities, including cross training within own team
• Keep others informed and up to date about the status / progress of projects and / or all relevant or useful information related to day-to-day activities
• Contribute to team development of skills and capabilities through mentorship of others, by sharing knowledge and experiences and leveraging best practices.
• Lead, motivate and develop relationships with internal and external business partners / stakeholders to develop productive working relationships.
• Contribute to a fair, positive and equitable environment that supports a diverse workforce
• Act as a brand ambassador for your business area/function and the bank, both internally and/or externally

BREADTH & DEPTH:

• Investigates criminal cases ranging from simple to complex in nature
• Sound knowledge of Bank products, systems, policies and procedures
• Strong knowledge of criminal investigative techniques, related laws governing collection of evidence, court proceedings and financial/criminal trends
• Manages programs/projects/ initiatives of low to moderate scope and complexity
• Expert level professional role requiring in-depth knowledge/ expertise in own field of specialty and working knowledge of broader related areas
• Integrates the broader organizational context into advice and solutions within own area
• Understands the industry, competition and the factors that differentiate the organization
• Impacts a range of functional programs across own and related teams
• Interprets guidelines, standards, policies, and results of analysis to inform decision making at senior levels
• Builds stakeholder alignment in leading projects and activities
• Works independently as the senior technical lead and guides others within area of expertise
• Identifies and leads problem resolution for complex issues at all levels
• Generally, reports to a Group Manager/Senior Manager

EXPERIENCE AND / OR EDUCATION

• Undergraduate degree or relevant professional certifications, designations, or equivalent required
• 5+ years relevant experience
• Strong knowledge of Canadian AML legislation, requirements and guidance including but not restricted to Financial Transactions Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC), Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI), Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA)
• Knowledge and experience with investigating complex and sensitive ML/TF and sanctions cases relating to insider risk including reasonable ground to suspect (RGS).
• Strong Knowledge and experience dealing with law enforcement, corporate security, and other investigative groups.
• Strong knowledge of current and emerging trends, risk and typologies of money laundering, terrorist financing and sanctions.
• Strong knowledge of investigative techniques and tools including data analytics, link analysis, forensic analysis among others.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Coaching and counseling skills
• Ability to delegate work to others, work well independently and ability to collaborate and build positive relationships.
• Strong decision-making, critical thinking, follow through ability, analytics skills,
• Ability to respond to shifting priorities quickly and managing competing priorities
• Skill in using computer applications including MS Office
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions.

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.