AML Team Lead – Financial Crimes Services

Montreal, QC  |  Contract (12 Months)  |  Start Date: June 1, 2026

Hourly Rate: $60.25 – $84.75 per hour

Overview

We are seeking an experienced AML Team Lead to join a Financial Crimes Services engagement on a 12-month contract. The successful candidate will oversee AML investigators, conduct quality reviews, manage case assignments, and monitor team productivity. Bilingual French and English proficiency is required for this Montreal-based role.

Responsibilities

• Gain a thorough understanding of the investigation process and relevant systems

• Conduct 2nd-level review on cases completed by AML investigators to ensure procedures were followed and adjudication is supported by the appropriate narrative and supporting documentation

• Manage the case load by assigning cases to AML investigators and re-assigning cases as required

• Monitor productivity and throughput; escalate to Senior Managers and Partners as needed

• Provide coaching to AML investigators

• Participate in and lead client meetings as required

Must Haves

• Ability to speak and write in French; English is a strong asset

• 7+ years of Financial Services industry experience

• Experience as an FIU team leader, managing the team’s workload, cases, and productivity; conducting quality reviews and testing; managing alerts and navigating investigation processes and programs

• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), Certified Financial Crime Specialist (CFCS), or other recognized AML/Financial Crimes certification is preferred

• Strong understanding of industry-common screening and transaction monitoring tools such as SAS, Actimize, Oracle, World-Check, LexisNexis, Refinitiv, and others

• Strong knowledge of AML legislative requirements including FINTRAC guidelines

• Experience handling high-risk profile cases

• Experience performing demarketing and/or remediation projects

 

Compensation

The hourly rate for this contract position is $60.25 to $84.75 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors.

Equal Opportunity

emergiTEL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of background, and our hiring process is based solely on skills, experience, and qualifications relevant to the role.