Senior AML Specialist

The Global Investigative & Forensic Services team is responsible, in part, for providing objective research on high-net worth individuals and affiliated entities. The
GIFS Investigator – High Net Worth Due Diligence
position independently plans and executes enhanced due diligence investigations to support internal Manulife international high net worth (HNW) business. The Investigator will conduct high-quality analytical research using open source and proprietary databases to identify information including corporate and individual subject affiliations, adverse news, sanctions, regulatory enforcement actions, and legal matters.

Position Responsibilities

• :Conduct enhanced due diligence investigations of subject companies and individuals globally with the highest degree of professionalism, confidentiality, and quality. Analyze complex findings and summarize into objective written reports
• .Verify sources of wealth and determine beneficial owners, directors, and shareholders of affiliated entities
• .Utilize various research methods and tools to identify and review media, as well as court and regulatory records, and report on significant items
• .Manage and prioritize case load in accordance with department and requester needs. Regularly communicate relevant items and investigation status to requesters and department management
• .Maintain knowledge of current due diligence techniques, internal Company databases, Internet sources, external proprietary database resources, compliance issues, anti-money laundering regulations, and other applicable laws and regulations related to financial crime
• .Communicate with requesters and global team members on complex matters and trends
• .Collaborate with team members to ensure consistency and quality in investigations, as well as identify and implement process improvements
• .Work closely with internal Company departments, such as Legal, Compliance, and Privacy, to ensure investigations comply with internal policies and procedures

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Required Qualification**

• s:At least 5 years of analytical or investigative experience, preferably in financial crime, AML/KYC, international affairs, research, or complianc
• e.Bachelor's degree in a related fiel
• d.Relevant certifications (e.g., CFE, CAMS, CFCS) or willingness to obtain the

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Preferred Qualificatio**

• ns:Proven ability to gather and analyze data from multiple sources and produce concise, objective repor
• ts.Advanced research, analytical, and report writing skil
• ls.Strong negotiating, influencing, and relationship-building abiliti
• es.Experience with public records databases, Internet resources, and proprietary sources like Lexis, Dow Jones/Factiva, World-Check, Sayari, and sanctions watch lis
• ts.Deep understanding of international fraud/risk regulations, anti-bribery/anti-corruption laws, and legal syste
• ms.Ability to understand global business and geopolitical contexts and provide relevant summari
• es.Capable of working independently, managing multiple projects, prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines in dynamic environmen
• ts.Proficient in Microsoft Office and external databas
• es.Excellent communication skills with strong attention to deta
• il.Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to interact across various organizational leve
• ls.Knowledge of additional languages (e.g., Russian, Mandarin, Spanish) is desirab
• le.High level of integrity and ethical standar

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• eam:We'll empower you to learn and grow the career you w
• ant.We'll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just wo
• rds.As part of our global team, we'll support you in shaping the future you want to

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