AML & Compliance, SVP (Toronto)

Job Summary

The Senior Manager, AML & Compliance is responsible for leading the firm’s anti-money laundering, financial crime, and regulatory compliance program across its fund administration business. This role oversees AML operations, ensures adherence to global and local regulatory requirements, and partners closely with client service, fund accounting, investor services, and senior leadership to maintain a strong control environment.

Responsibilities

AML Program Leadership

• Lead the design, execution, and continuous enhancement of the AML and financial crime program for the fund administration business.
• Oversee investor onboarding (KYC/AML), periodic reviews, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and enhanced due diligence processes.
• Ensure AML policies, procedures, and controls align with regulatory expectations and industry best practices.

Regulatory Compliance & Governance

• Interpret and implement regulatory requirements across relevant jurisdictions (e.g., EU AMLD, CBI, FCA, Cayman CIMA, SEC).
• Prepare for and manage regulatory inspections, audits, and client due-diligence reviews.
• Maintain compliance documentation, risk assessments, and governance reporting for senior management and boards.

Operational Oversight

• Partner with Investor Services, Fund Accounting, and Client Service teams to ensure AML and compliance requirements are embedded in operational workflows.
• Oversee escalations related to suspicious activity, investor risk ratings, and complex onboarding cases.
• Ensure timely filing of SARs/STRs and other regulatory submissions where required.

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage and mentor a team of AML and compliance professionals, ensuring high performance, engagement, and technical development.
• Establish clear roles, responsibilities, and KPIs to support operational excellence.
• Foster a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a senior point of contact for clients on AML and compliance matters.
• Support new business onboarding, RFP responses, and client AML framework assessments.
• Collaborate with global compliance, legal, and risk teams to ensure alignment across jurisdictions.

Skills Required

• 7–10+ years of AML, compliance, or financial crime experience within fund administration, asset management, or financial services.
• Strong knowledge of AML regulations applicable to alternative investment funds (hedge, private equity, real assets).
• Experience managing AML/KYC teams and complex investor onboarding processes.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with regulators, auditors, and senior executives.
• Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA, or equivalent preferred. Experience with multi-jurisdictional fund structures and cross-border regulatory regimes.
• Familiarity with AML technology platforms, workflow tools, and data analytics.
• Strong project management skills and experience driving process improvements.

Compensation

Salary ranges from CAD $150,000.00 to CAD $180,000.00 plus a discretionary yearly bonus based on corporate and individual performance. Compensation within this range is dependent on the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications.

Work Environment

All opportunities at Apex require a four‑day per week in‑office presence.