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Summary of the Job:
About This Role:
BSA/AML Program Leadership
Own and maintain the enterprise BSA/AML program including policies standards risk assessments and governance structures.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements including the Bank Secrecy Act USA PATRIOT Act OFAC regulations and FinCEN guidance.
Maintain independence consistent with Second Line of Defense expectations.
Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR) and Law Enforcement Coordination
Retain exclusive authority for SAR decisioning filing and regulatory reporting.
Serve as the primary liaison with law enforcement agencies on SARrelated matters
Coordinate 314(a) information requests and 314(b) information sharing with other financial institutions
Ensure SAR quality timeliness and regulatory defensibility.
FraudtoSAR Governance and Escalation
Establish and enforce dualkey escalation frameworks between fraud operations in 1LOD and Financial Crimes.
Clearly distinguish operational fraud losses from suspicious activity requiring SAR consideration.
Act as the enterprise authority on fraudrelated BSA/AML risk without assuming First Line operational ownership.
Model Risk Management and Advanced Analytics Oversight
Provide executive oversight of Financial Crimes models including transaction monitoring sanctions screening and fraudrelated detection models.
Oversee model validation tuning performance monitoring and regulatory challenge responses.
Govern the use of advanced analytics machine learning and agentic AI within the Financial Crimes program.
Regulatory Examination and Board Engagement
Serve as the senior enterprise contact for OCC Federal Reserve FinCEN and other regulators on Financial Crimes matters.
Lead regulatory examinations issue remediation and independent testing responses.
Provide regular reporting to executive management Board committees and the CRO on Financial Crimes risk posture.
The Ideal Candidate for This Role:
Required Experience
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in BSA/AML compliance within financial services.
Minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership role managing BSA/AML programs and teams.
Demonstrated experience operating within a Three Lines of Defense governance model.
Proven ability to lead regulatory examinations and engage with senior regulators.
Bachelors degree required.
CAMS certification required or ability to obtain within 12 months.
Advanced degree or additional certifications (CRCM CFE CFCS) preferred.
Core Competencies
Regulatory Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of BSA/AML USA PATRIOT Act OFAC sanctions 314(a)/314(b) protocols SAR requirements and FinCEN reporting standards
Financial Crimes Expertise: Deep knowledge of money laundering typologies terrorist financing sanctions evasion and ability to distinguish operational fraud from suspicious activity
Technology & Analytics: Proficiency with transaction monitoring systems case management platforms AI and data analytics tools
Communication & Influence: Outstanding written/verbal communication for SAR narratives policy development Board reporting cross-functional initiatives and regulatory responses
Candidates must possess unrestricted work authorization and not require future sponsorship.Work Environment:
It is anticipated that the incumbent in this role will work onsite at the posted location. Our onsite environment fosters innovation mentorship and a vibrant culture where ideas flow freely and relationships flourish. As part of our team youll experience the energy of our collaborative spaces designed to support your professional growth while working alongside talented colleagues who inspire excellence daily. Please note that work location is subject to change based on business needs.Compensation and Benefits Overview:
We offer a variety of benefits designed to keep you and your family physically and financially healthy. Not only do we offer a competitive salary and work-life balance we offer benefits to match your needs:
Medical Dental Vision Insurance
401k With Matching Contributions
Time Off Programs
Health Savings Account (HSA)/Dependent Care
Employee Banking
Growth Opportunities
Tuition Assistance
Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
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