AML/CFT Associate Managing Director

K2 Integrity is looking for an Associate Managing Director (AMD) to support and drive engagements in the Financial Crimes Risk Management practice. The AMD will play an integral and multifaceted role as a subject-matter expert on anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) related issues, including providing guidance, policy analysis, recommendations, and support to clients. The AMD will be responsible for developing effective policies to detect, disrupt, and deter all manner of financial crime, as well as managing clients and complex projects and efforts.

This role will be responsible for developing and writing policies and procedures governing a transactional review utility, particularly regarding cross-border payments, correspondent banking, and intermediated risk management, as well as managing risk assessment & strategic alignment (RASA) engagements with correspondent and respondent banks. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of and practical experience with AML/CFT and related laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead team on engagements including transaction review, policy and procedure assessment and enhancement, risk assessment, and strategic alignment
• Manage team tasks related to transaction analysis, drafting of cases, analyzing and utilizing information related to CDD and KYC information as well as OFAC sanctions
• Review and assess compliance with the USA PATRIOT Act and all other laws, regulations, and requirements designed to establish processes to detect and prevent money laundering, fraud, and terrorism
• Build and assemble teams based on skill sets and experience required for specific engagements
• Ensure completion of tasks and casework assigned to engagement teams
• Manage engagements in accordance with budget and deadline requirements
• Ensure engagement teams meet clearly defined productivity and quality assurance standards
• Provide training and guidance to assist team members in improving necessary skills for engagements or client matters
• Solve complex problems and consult appropriately with stakeholders
• Develop and maintain client relationships
• Identify opportunities for potential business development
• Lead discussions with clients, partners, or regulators in a professional manner, being prepared to offer insightful solutions to complex problems and client needs
• Manage alternating priorities and multitask under tight deadlines
• Engage in 360-degree collaboration with colleagues, team members, and leadership
• Maintain education and knowledge regarding BSA, AML/CFT, CDD, OFAC, and PATRIOT Act regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Four-year college degree or international equivalent
• 10+ Years of related AML/CFT experience
• Deep and practical experience with AML/CFT requirements and expectations
• Strong internet research skills
• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and critical thinking skills
• Strong writing skills; ability to prepare clear and concise reports and communicate with management
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and provide proactive updates
• Ability to foster a diverse environment of leadership development, learning, and respect for others, maintaining a climate of teamwork and cooperation