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Auditor, Financial Crimes and AML, Internal Audit

Halifax, NS
On-site
Posted Sep 9, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 38 hours per week

Job summary

The auditor will provide independent evaluation of Financial Crimes and Anti-Money Laundering practices across Canadian business lines. They will lead audit execution, manage stakeholder relationships, and assist in the validation of regulatory matters.

Job details

Job Description What is the Opportunity? As part of the Internal Audit, Financial Crimes & Anti-Money Laundering, the Auditor will provide independent and objective evaluation of the adequacy and effectiveness of the Financial Crimes & Anti-Money Laundering (FC& AML) practices for business lines within Canada. The ideal candidate will support the Internal Audit, Financial Crimes Canadian team with effective audit execution and issue remediation on all Financial Crimes & AML matters and will be able to work in a dynamically changing environment and act as a trusted advisor to the business. What will you do? · Be part of a team of professional auditors responsible for audits with a focus on AML/Compliance and other support functions in Canada. · Lead by example by collaborating with teams across IA to effectively plan and execute audits. · Maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders ensuring they get maximum value from engagement work. · Coordinate and escalate regional issues to the Director of Internal Audit, Financial Crimes & AML Centre of Excellence and other regional leads with the IA escalation model. · Assist with the validation of regulatory matters issued by relevant regulatory bodies · Assist in presenting regulatory validation approaches and results to IA Senior Management, including preparation of materials · Work together with the Senior Manager and Director for Internal Audit, Financial Crimes & AML COE to shift the capabilities of team members towards a predictive insight driven organization. What do you need to succeed? Must-Haves . Bachelor degree in finance/commerce and/or relevant field · Minimum 1-2 years of experience working in a financial institution · Knowledge of the Canadian regulations with respect to PCMLTFA/R AML requirements · Internal Audit/Regulatory/Compliance experience · Experience in assisting integrated business audits with technology auditors · Experience in incorporating data analytics into the traditional audit programs and continuous auditing Nice-to-Haves: · MBA, accounting designation and/or CFA · ACAMS certification or studying towards ACAMS certification · Interest in pursuing a career in Risk Management · Industry knowledge and 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. · A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, and competitive compensation. · Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities · Ability to make a difference and lasting impact · Flexible work/life balance options Job Skills Adaptability, Auditing, Commercial Acumen, Detail-Oriented, Internal Controls, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Multi-Level Communication, Organizational Savvy and Politics, Results-Oriented, Waterfall Model Additional Job Details Address: 120 WESTERN PKY:BEDFORD City: Bedford Country: Canada Work hours/week: 37.5 Employment Type: Full time Platform: INTERNAL AUDIT Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2026-09-09 Application Deadline: 2026-09-28 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above Our Employment Opportunities At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe 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. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all. Join our Talent Community Stay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you. Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at jobs.rbc.com. RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor degree in finance or a relevant field and possess 1-2 years of experience in a financial institution. Knowledge of Canadian PCMLTFA/R AML regulations and experience in internal audit or compliance are required.