Position: Project Manager - AML Compliance
Location: Toronto, On (Onsite)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 10 + Years
Position Overview:
Project Manager with experience in leading AML, KYC, and regulatory compliance projects. Skilled in stakeholder management, risk mitigation, technology implementations, and delivering compliance initiatives within banking and financial services environments. PMP/PRINCE2 certified with strong knowledge of AML regulations and financial crime prevention.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Planning & Execution: Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets for AML compliance programs and system implementations
- Stakeholder Management: Coordinate with Compliance, Risk, Legal, Technology, and Business teams to ensure alignment and smooth project delivery
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all projects meet regulatory requirements and industry standards (FATF, FinCEN, OSFI guidelines)
- Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, particularly those related to compliance and regulatory exposure
- Monitoring & Reporting: Track project progress, manage budgets, and provide regular status updates to senior leadership
- Process Improvement: Recommend and implement process enhancements to strengthen AML controls and operational efficiency
- Documentation: Maintain comprehensive project documentation and audit trails for regulatory examination
Required Skills:
- 5+ years of project management experience, with at least 3 years in AML, compliance, or regulatory environments
- PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification
- Strong understanding of AML regulations, KYC (Know Your Customer), and financial crime prevention
- Experience managing technology implementations and system integrations
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet, etc.)
Nice-To-Have:
- CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) certification
- Banking or financial services industry experience
- Familiarity with AML software platforms and compliance systems
- Experience with Agile or hybrid project method
