RBC
Associate, U.S. Capital Markets Financial Crimes Advisory
RBC, Jersey City, New Jersey, United States, 07390
Associate, U.S. Capital Markets Financial Crimes Advisory
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What is the Opportunity? RBC is seeking an AML Investigator to join its U.S. Capital Markets Financial Crimes Advisory team. This role involves conducting investigations, drafting SARs, supporting cross-border businesses, handling regulatory requests, and contributing to Financial Crimes policy and program enhancements. The successful candidate will have AML/Financial Crimes experience, strong knowledge of BSA/USA PATRIOT Act/OFAC, and expertise in Capital Markets compliance.
What Will You Do?
Conduct reviews of transactional activity to assess potential money laundering, terrorist financing, or other illicit activities.
Gather and analyze intelligence from multiple sources to determine suspicion and recommend/report findings to FinCEN.
Recommend and draft Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and maintain investigative documentation in line with regulatory and RBC policy requirements.
Support the U.S. Financial Crimes Program, including RBC Capital Markets, LLC, RBC Real Estate Capital Corp, RBC CMA LTD and other U.S. entities.
Assist with escalations, approvals, sanctions-related reviews, and negative news and transaction monitoring alerts.
Assess and respond to information-sharing requests (314(a) and 314(b)).
Assist with the oversight and tracking of cross-border services terminations and relationship exits.
Contribute to monthly/quarterly Financial Crimes reporting and enterprise risk assessments.
Assist in the development, enhancement, and testing of Financial Crimes policies, procedures, and controls.
Perform gap analysis between internal controls and regulatory requirements.
Act as a subject matter expert on U.S. AML/Financial Crimes and sanctions risks specific to Capital Markets products and entities.
Collaborate with global Financial Crimes teams to ensure consistency and share best practices.
Assist in developing and delivering targeted Financial Crimes training programs on emerging risks and regulatory changes.
Maintain training records and support knowledge-sharing initiatives across the Financial Crimes team.
Stay current with evolving AML, Sanctions, and ABAC regulations, guidance, and industry trends.
What Do You Need to Succeed? Must Have
Bachelor’s degree.
3-5 years of experience in AML, financial crimes compliance, or related field within Capital Markets or Banking with 1+ years of experience in an investigative role.
Strong knowledge of U.S. AML laws and regulations, including BSA, USA PATRIOT Act, FinCEN guidance, and OFAC requirements.
Experience drafting SARs, conducting investigations, and managing regulatory requests.
Excellent analytical, writing, and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and functions.
Strong organizational, project management and time management capabilities.
A strong understanding of technology and/or financial services industry.
Deadline-driven and results-oriented; able to meet consistently high-quality standards while handling a variety of tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
Nice-to-have
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) designation (or willingness to attain within 6 months).
Knowledge of banking and Capital Markets business/products.
Strong data analytical skills.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Intuitive, inquisitive mindset.
Understanding of relevant emerging risks a plus (e.g. cryptocurrency).
What’s in it for you?
A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable.
Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
A world-class training program in financial services.
Flexible work/life balance options.
Opportunities to do challenging work.
Job Skills Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Communication, Data Gathering Analysis, Detail-Oriented, Financial Regulation, Fraud Risk Management, Group Problem Solving, Internal Controls, Operational Integrity, Process Management
Additional Job Details Address: GOLDMAN SACHS TOWER, 30 HUDSON STREET: JERSEY CITY City: Jersey City Country: United States of America Work hours/week: 40 Employment Type: Full time Platform: GROUP RISK MANAGEMENT Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2025-10-13 Application Deadline: 2025-11-30 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment: RBC believes an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world.
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Associate, U.S. Capital Markets Financial Crimes Advisory
role at
RBC
What is the Opportunity? RBC is seeking an AML Investigator to join its U.S. Capital Markets Financial Crimes Advisory team. This role involves conducting investigations, drafting SARs, supporting cross-border businesses, handling regulatory requests, and contributing to Financial Crimes policy and program enhancements. The successful candidate will have AML/Financial Crimes experience, strong knowledge of BSA/USA PATRIOT Act/OFAC, and expertise in Capital Markets compliance.
What Will You Do?
Conduct reviews of transactional activity to assess potential money laundering, terrorist financing, or other illicit activities.
Gather and analyze intelligence from multiple sources to determine suspicion and recommend/report findings to FinCEN.
Recommend and draft Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and maintain investigative documentation in line with regulatory and RBC policy requirements.
Support the U.S. Financial Crimes Program, including RBC Capital Markets, LLC, RBC Real Estate Capital Corp, RBC CMA LTD and other U.S. entities.
Assist with escalations, approvals, sanctions-related reviews, and negative news and transaction monitoring alerts.
Assess and respond to information-sharing requests (314(a) and 314(b)).
Assist with the oversight and tracking of cross-border services terminations and relationship exits.
Contribute to monthly/quarterly Financial Crimes reporting and enterprise risk assessments.
Assist in the development, enhancement, and testing of Financial Crimes policies, procedures, and controls.
Perform gap analysis between internal controls and regulatory requirements.
Act as a subject matter expert on U.S. AML/Financial Crimes and sanctions risks specific to Capital Markets products and entities.
Collaborate with global Financial Crimes teams to ensure consistency and share best practices.
Assist in developing and delivering targeted Financial Crimes training programs on emerging risks and regulatory changes.
Maintain training records and support knowledge-sharing initiatives across the Financial Crimes team.
Stay current with evolving AML, Sanctions, and ABAC regulations, guidance, and industry trends.
What Do You Need to Succeed? Must Have
Bachelor’s degree.
3-5 years of experience in AML, financial crimes compliance, or related field within Capital Markets or Banking with 1+ years of experience in an investigative role.
Strong knowledge of U.S. AML laws and regulations, including BSA, USA PATRIOT Act, FinCEN guidance, and OFAC requirements.
Experience drafting SARs, conducting investigations, and managing regulatory requests.
Excellent analytical, writing, and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and functions.
Strong organizational, project management and time management capabilities.
A strong understanding of technology and/or financial services industry.
Deadline-driven and results-oriented; able to meet consistently high-quality standards while handling a variety of tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
Nice-to-have
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) designation (or willingness to attain within 6 months).
Knowledge of banking and Capital Markets business/products.
Strong data analytical skills.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Intuitive, inquisitive mindset.
Understanding of relevant emerging risks a plus (e.g. cryptocurrency).
What’s in it for you?
A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable.
Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
A world-class training program in financial services.
Flexible work/life balance options.
Opportunities to do challenging work.
Job Skills Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Communication, Data Gathering Analysis, Detail-Oriented, Financial Regulation, Fraud Risk Management, Group Problem Solving, Internal Controls, Operational Integrity, Process Management
Additional Job Details Address: GOLDMAN SACHS TOWER, 30 HUDSON STREET: JERSEY CITY City: Jersey City Country: United States of America Work hours/week: 40 Employment Type: Full time Platform: GROUP RISK MANAGEMENT Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2025-10-13 Application Deadline: 2025-11-30 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment: RBC believes an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world.
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