Royal Bank of Canada

Manager, AML Investigations

Royal Bank of Canada$90K — $120K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-4 years of relevant experience in AML processes
  • Knowledge of banking systems and processes
  • Strong understanding of anti-money laundering (AML) practices
  • Familiarity with relevant predicate offences
  • Skilled in conducting open-source research
  • CAMS certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months) preferred
  • University degree in business, criminology, law, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

  • Act as Subject Matter Expert providing guidance on AML issues
  • Collaborate with Senior Manager and team members on investigations
  • Support ongoing training and development of investigators
  • Review and develop AML policies and guidance
  • Conduct risk-based investigations into referred matters
  • Maintain accurate and timely records of investigative actions
  • Prepare reports documenting investigation outcomes

Benefits

  • Excellent exposure to communication with business partners and stakeholders
  • Hands-on experience in a supportive and dynamic team environment
  • Collaboration opportunities across different business segments
  • Career development and progression potential
  • Comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits
Full Job Description
Job Description

What is the opportunity?

As a Manager, RBCB US Investigations (RBC Bank) within the Anti-Money Laundering Financial Intelligence Unit (AMFIU), you are the Subject Matter Expert on AML Investigations.

This role will work as an integral member of the AML FIU Investigations team. Lead by example in delivering personal results, to assist members of the Investigations Team to elevate collective performance, and work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve unit objectives. Subject Matter Expert (SME) on AML Investigations and works with the team members as a mentor/coach in order to elevate team member performance. Support initial and ongoing training and development of Investigations Team members. Plan, conduct, and complete risk-based investigations into matters referred to the Unit, through the gathering, analysis and evaluation of relevant information in order to determine whether reasonable grounds to suspect (RGS) exists of money laundering, financing of terrorism or other criminal activities, to justify making a report to the Regulatory Authority for the purpose of complying with legislative/regulatory requirements, and mitigating risk to RBC in line with established organizational policy.

What will you do?

  • Act as Subject Matter Expert to provide guidance and direction to team members on money laundering, financing of terrorism and related issues


  • Collaborate with the Senior Manager and team members to establish, develop, and leverage contacts to support investigation requirements and the AML FIU


  • Assist the Senior Manager and peer managers with ongoing support and development of investigators following initial training


  • Assist with the ongoing reviews and development of policies and guidance applicable to anti money laundering


  • Conduct case reviews and/or approvals for the Senior Manager when required


  • Plan, conduct and complete risk-based investigations into relevant matters referred to the Unit in line with approved processes, including but not limited to those originating from:


  • Incidents generated by the Insights and Analytics team from an analysis of the results of transaction monitoring, media scans and matches from name scanning against relevant PEP, Economic Sanctions and Terrorism Lists


  • Incidents generated by (UTR) Unusual Transaction Reporting via internal partners


  • Referrals from internal partners and other business Units (via mail box)


  • Maintain accurate, comprehensive, and timely records of all investigative actions and decisions taken, ensuring that all material and information obtained is treated in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements and RBC policy


  • Gather information/intelligence from all available sources, in order to determine whether reasonable grounds to suspect money laundering, financing of terrorism or other criminal activities exists, to justify making a report to the relevant Regulatory Authority for the purpose of complying with legislative/regulatory requirements, and mitigating risk to RBC in line with established organizational policy


  • Prepare relevant reports as required including documentation in support of any action proposed based on the results of investigations


  • Work with the Global AML FIU Investigation Team and other FIU partners to ensure that investigations are conducted within defined timelines and are escalated in accordance with relevant policy


  • Promote, support and adhere to RBC's policies and guidelines on Code of Conduct, Collective Ambition, Personal and Professional Development, Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, Data Protection and Information Security, in accordance with published Policy / Guidance documents and protocols


What do you need to succeed?

Must have

  • 2-4 years of relevant experience


  • Knowledge of banking systems and processes


  • Strong AML knowledge


  • Strong knowledge of relevant predicate offences


  • Skilled in open-source research


Nice to have

  • Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) designation (or able to attain within 6 months)


  • University degree in relevant field of study (i.e. business, criminology, law)


  • Experience US AML Investigations


  • Prior supervisor/Manager experience


What's in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
  • Excellent exposure to communicate with various business partners and stakeholders within other platforms as appropriate
  • Opportunity to obtain hands-on experience throughout your role
  • Working with an exciting, close-knit, supportive & dynamic group
  • Opportunity to collaborate with other business segments within the bank
  • Excellent career development and progression opportunities
  • A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits
  • Competitive compensation


Job Skills
Anti Money Laundering Training, Business Perspective, Communication, Decision Making, Financial Regulation, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Operational Integrity, Organizational Governance, Process Management, Strategic Thinking

Additional Job Details

Address:

20 KING ST W:TORONTO

City:

Toronto

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

GROUP RISK MANAGEMENT

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-07-10

Application Deadline:

2026-08-03
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

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