Acceleration Centre, Financial Crime Unit Manager

Meaningful work you’ll be part of  

As an Acceleration Centre, Financial Crime Unit Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve business issues, deliver high quality client service and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Based on insights gathered from Client and internal leadership discussions, AML specific regulatory guidance and best practices, create and manage a detailed project plan that articulates production volumes, key timelines, milestones, and stakeholder interaction points  

• Assign periodic goals for file remediation to Team Leaders and oversee the collation of production data to be input into production tracking tools, tracking status of remediation to ensure timely completion 

• Analyzing and optimize allocation of workload among the Team Leaders and teams 

• Identify potential risk factors and issues across the remediation team and identify mitigation strategies aligned with AML regulatory requirements and internal client standard 

• Liaise with production team and relevant Client stakeholders/working groups to communicate production status, potential risk factors and issues; facilitate discussions among the various stakeholders to align on mitigating measures when issues arise 

• Ensure timely and sufficient reporting on file remediation status, production quality and other ad hoc items as required 

• Provide subject matter expertise and facilitate discussions between PwC and the client related to application of Capital Markets and Correspondent Banking specific AML regulations and practices to the file production environment  

• As appropriate, provide Capital Markets and Correspondent Banking AML subject matter expertise to team members and work products as part of standard operation and on an ad hoc basis  

• Organize and coordinate training sessions for resources in accordance with policies and procedures and regulatory requirements

Experiences and skills you’ll use to solve 

• Excellent knowledge of AML/ATF regulations, sanctions frameworks, KYC processes and practices, with a high degree of experience specifically in the Capital Markets and Correspondent Banking lines of business   

• Understanding of AML systems and applications from a banking perspective (e.g., familiarity with World-Check, Bankers Almanac) 

• An analytical/systematic thinker with an excellent understanding of requirements through demonstrated experience 

• Experience in data extraction (SQL, DB, data preparation) is an asset 

• Experience with financial services; previous experience in Capital Markets environments preferred 

• Previous experience in managing teams of 10+ resources, along with ability to work with multidisciplinary teams in a positive and productive manner. 

• Results oriented with the ability to prioritize and deliver against key priorities 

• Ability to effectively manage multiple activities across large teams of varying complexity in a sophisticated matrix management organization while under significant time constraints 

• Strong client presence and ability to communicate with Senior Leadership teams 

• Strong knowledge of PC applications. Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite (including MS Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio) 

Why you’ll love PwC 

We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at: https://jobs-ca.pwc.com/ca/en/life-at-pwc