Director, AML Operations

The Director AML Operations will play a vital role in the Compliance Department leading teams supporting day to day operational activities for Know Your Business and Watchlist Management (sanctions, PEP, adverse media). This candidate must be accustomed to a fast-paced environment and thinking creatively to solve groundbreaking/novel issues.

Responsibilities:

· Lead KYB Team of managers and analysts focused on evaluating risk of new clients at onboarding and ongoing on a risk-based periodic basis

· Lead Watchlist Management Team of managers and analysts focused on adjudicating sanctions, PEP and adverse media alerts

· Develop ongoing unusual activity monitoring practices

· Lead optimization of tools / technology to enable smart work

· Coach and mentor team

· Support ongoing audits and reviews

· Develop, amend (as needed) and implement policies, procedures, manuals, systems and training, where appropriate, due to changes in regulation, industry practice or otherwise

· Lead other compliance initiatives, as needed

Qualifications:

· 10+ years of tangible work experience in BSA/AML and Sanctions at a financial services organization

· Strong influencing skills

· Ability to think strategically and execute tactically

· Ability to take direct ownership & lead projects

· Ability to interact with all levels of the organization, including executive level

· Keenly focused on continuous improvement and maturity

· Organized with a keen eye and attention for detail

· Strong work ethic and problem-solving skills

· Excellent written and verbal communication

· Proficiency in standard PC programs (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree

· Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) Certification

· Sophisticated level skill in Microsoft Excel

· Experience in Canadian and European regulatory regimes

The base salary range for this position is between $ 139,500.00 to $186,000.00, with eligibility for an annual bonus. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, business needs, and market demand. Our competitive benefits includes medical, dental, vision, wellness, 401(k) matching, unlimited PTO, work from anywhere, generous parental leave, and more! Our job titles may span more than one career level. All candidates are encouraged to apply.