Director of Financial Crimes

5 days ago

New York, United States Hamlyn Williams Full time

Director, Financial Crime Compliance Risk


Location: New York, NY - 2 days a week onsite


About the Firm:

This role is with a leading global financial institution operating here in the US.


Role:

The Director of Financial Crime Compliance Risk, will play a pivotal role in managing and enhancing the organization’s Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) programs. This position focuses on Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Sanctions, and Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC) compliance responsibilities within the second line of defense. The role includes overseeing BAU (business-as-usual) activities, managing program frameworks, and driving key remediation efforts.


Key Responsibilities:


Strategic Oversight:

  • Lead the development, implementation, and refinement of FCC frameworks, policies, and controls, particularly in AML and Sanctions Program management.
  • Oversee first-line operations, client engagement, and other operational functions to ensure compliance.
  • Manage the FCC Quality Assurance program and enhance compliance controls across the organization.
  • Collaborate with Enterprise Data Management to meet regulatory requirements for model documentation related to money laundering, terrorist financing, and sanctions.
  • Execute FCC Compliance Risk Assessments, including data collection, governance, and stakeholder engagement.

Operational Execution:

  • Support BAU compliance activities such as sanctions filtering, alert management, investigations, and quality assurance.
  • Develop and analyze compliance metrics to provide insights for internal risk management and board reporting.
  • Identify and implement program enhancements, leveraging data analytics and innovative IT tools.
  • Ensure compliance with AML and sanctions-related requirements for new products, initiatives, and technology enhancements.
  • Assist in internal and regulatory audits, ensuring BSA/AML program objectives meet established controls and standards.


Qualifications and Experience:


Essential:

  • Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) in a related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in financial crime compliance, risk management, or a similar discipline within financial services.
  • Demonstrated experience in drafting BSA/AML policies, procedures, and risk assessments (writing samples required).
  • CAMS or equivalent AML/Sanctions certification.

Desirable:

  • Advanced degree in law, business, or a quantitative field (math/computer science).
  • Familiarity with automated compliance tools such as NetReveal, AMT, or Surety.

Personal Attributes:

  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive results.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong project management skills.
  • Adept at managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines in a dynamic environment.
  • Exceptional communication skills, including technical writing and public speaking.
  • Comfortable interacting with senior stakeholders and regulatory bodies.


This is a unique opportunity for an experienced compliance professional to make a significant impact within a dynamic and globally recognized institution. If you thrive on tackling complex challenges and driving meaningful change in financial crime compliance, this role is for you.

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