Financial Director
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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.