Analyst, Risk & Compliance

Analyst, Risk & Compliance

At Odyssey Trust Company, we do things differently. Our core mission is to provide peace of mind to our clients by making things simple, fast, and easy. Odyssey is a tight-knit, solution-driven team. Our shared values, as defined by our own employees, guide us in reaching our individual and collective goals:

• We Show Up for Each Other: We are in this together! We collaborate and support each other to get results. Our employees are compensated with competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.
• We Build: “Outside the box” is our playground. We’re not afraid to innovate and tackle tough problems – we’re here to disrupt the industry. Creativity and problem-solving is not reserved for the Executive team.
• We Get Stuff Done (GSD): We have a notable reputation for being exceptionally responsive. Coming up with a great idea is only part of the solution; We take great ideas and put them into action.
• We Do the Right Thing: We’re dependable, trustworthy, and proud of our professional standards.

Primary Responsibilities & Attitude

The Analyst, Risk & Compliance will be an integral part of the Risk & Compliance department, supporting all aspects of the program. This rewarding role requires high attention to detail and excellent critical thinking skills to solve problems while meeting tight deadlines.

You Are Responsible For

• KYC/AML Support: Review KYC Onboarding documentation to ensure compliance with Odyssey's AML Policy and Risk-Based Approach.
• Perform KYC Refresh on existing clients due for review or triggered by events.
• Review and disposition all name screening hits and assist in enhanced due diligence and investigations.
• Provide KYC oversight and guidance to Business Unit inquiries.
• SEC Compliance: Maintain the Lost Holder Searches/Unclaimed Property program and policy documentation.
• Prepare and submit provincial Lost Holder Searches/Unclaimed Property reports.
• Review and complete reports for SEC regulatory filings, including TA-1 and TA-2.
• Assist in other SEC related filings and inquiries.
• Monitoring & Testing Activities: Perform assigned Monitoring & Testing Activities and input results into Odyssey’s regulatory register promptly.
• Support the development and maintenance of metrics collection and reporting.
• Team Activities: Help monitor and manage the compliance mailbox (e.g., Inquiries, Production Orders).
• Monitor the regulatory environment and communicate developments periodically.
• Support regulatory projects, audits, and initiatives as required, working collaboratively to achieve team goals.

Skills And Experience

• AML, Compliance, and Transfer Agent knowledge.
• Internal controls knowledge.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Organization, project management, and strategic planning skills.
• Documentation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with transfer agent systems (e.g., Transtar).
• Undergraduate degree in economics, business, finance, or a similar field.
• 1-3 years relevant work experience in a financial institution, audit, or compliance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook).

What We Offer

• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Flex Days, Birthday Day off, Bonus Day Off.
• Benefits: Health and Dental, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, AD&D, Employee Assistance Program, $500 Health Savings Account, RRSP Match.

This is an open position and can be filled in Calgary, Toronto or Vancouver. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. By submitting your resume, you consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of the personal information provided during the application and selection process. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Key skills/competency

• KYC
• AML
• SEC Compliance
• Internal Controls
• Regulatory Reporting
• Due Diligence
• Financial Institutions
• Critical Thinking
• Microsoft Office
• Transtar System