Financial Crime Compliance Lead
$102,000–$127,575 year
On-siteToronto, Ontario, Canada
Job Summary
Develop and operationalize company policies for financial crime compliance, including sanctions screening and anti-money laundering (AML) programs. Lead enhancements to screening software integration and toolkit development for standard review and remediation of hits. Perform risk-based assessments to determine application scope and develop AML/KYC frameworks aligned with existing structures. Provide subject matter expertise on financial crime risks during client onboarding and expand third-party diligence programs. Deliver targeted live training and conduct periodic risk assessments to evaluate exposure across client portfolios and geographies. Prepare internal reports and assist with regulatory notifications for potential sanctions violations while maintaining complete audit trails.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in compliance or risk management within the insurance or financial services sector
- Strong working knowledge of OFAC, UN, EU, UK, and Canadian sanctions laws and their implications for insurance placements and financial transactions
- Strong analytical, investigative, and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management across business lines
- Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical business processes
- High attention to detail and sound judgment under time-sensitive conditions
- 5-7 years of relevant experience
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree preferred
- Experience managing sanctions screening systems or working with insurance policy administration systems is highly desirable
- Certified Sanctions Specialist (CSS), Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), or equivalent compliance designation
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