Compliance Manager

We are hiring for our client. Our FinTech client is one of the leading alternative payment providers in Canada. They are looking for a talented Compliance Manager to assist the Head of Compliance and join their team.

This role is onsite and based in Downtown Hamilton. Role Description The Compliance Manager supports the design, implementation, and day‑to‑day oversight of the company’s compliance program, with a primary focus on AML/ATF, sanctions, KYC, transaction monitoring, investigations, regulatory reporting, and compliance advisory support. This role works closely with the Head of Compliance to maintain a robust, risk‑based compliance framework aligned with the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA) and informed by FATF standards and guidance.

The Compliance Manager plays a key role in overseeing operational compliance activities, reviewing higher‑risk matters, supporting regulatory engagements, and providing guidance across the business while helping strengthen controls, documentation, and accountability. Your Responsibilities Support the Head of Compliance in managing, enhancing, and maintaining the overall compliance program. Assist with the ongoing development, maintenance, and implementation of compliance policies, procedures, frameworks, and internal controls.

Monitor compliance with AML/ATF, sanctions, KYC, and related regulatory requirements. Operational Compliance Management Oversee day‑to‑day compliance operations, including KYC/CDD/EDD reviews, sanctions screening, transaction monitoring, investigations, and regulatory reporting workflows. Review and approve higher‑risk client files, escalations, unusual activity, and enhanced due diligence cases.

Support the preparation, filing, or oversight of required regulatory reports, as applicable. Conduct or oversee investigations into potential suspicious activity, sanctions concerns, or control weaknesses, and recommend appropriate next steps. Help manage the client risk assessment process, including risk rating methodology, refresh cycles, and documentation standards.

Oversee periodic KYC reviews, remediation initiatives, and file quality assurance activities. Participate in control testing, monitoring activities, quality assurance reviews, and issue remediation tracking. Provide compliance guidance and advisory support to internal stakeholders across onboarding, operations, sales, product, and management teams.

Support regulatory examinations, audits, internal reviews, and responses to information requests from regulators or auditors. Prepare compliance reporting, metrics, dashboards, and updates for the Head of Compliance. Assist with the design and delivery of compliance training, including role‑based and targeted training initiatives.

Supervise, coach, and support junior compliance team members, as applicable. Escalate material compliance issues, regulatory concerns, and control gaps to the Head of Compliance promptly and effectively. Compensation & Benefits $80,000 - $100,000 Annual Bonus Health & Dental Benefits