Attorney in Raleigh, NC

In-House

Raleigh, NC

Attorney in Raleigh, NC

Non-practicing Attorney

4-4 yrs required

No

Job Title: AML Project Delivery Specialist

Job Responsibilities:
As an AML Project Delivery Specialist, you will play a crucial role in supporting client service delivery in the area of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and sanctions. The responsibilities include:

- Managing a small team of investigators engaged in case investigations.
- Performing Quality Control (QC) of case investigations, requests for information, and case escalations.
- Assessing potential AML and sanctions risks as they arise throughout case investigations.
- Making final decisions regarding case dispositions.
- Holding meetings with Project Leadership to discuss investigator performance, issue management, and case escalation decisions.
- Providing feedback and input on case investigations, as required.
- Regular communication with Engagement Managers (Directors), project team members, and representatives from various functional and technical teams, including escalating any matters that require additional attention and consideration from engagement management.
- Independently and collaboratively leading client engagement workstreams focused on improvement, optimization, and transformation of processes including implementing leading practice workflows, addressing deficits in quality, and driving operational outcomes.

Education and Experience Information:
Required:
- Minimum of 4+ years of experience in private or public sector AML and/or sanctions-focused activities, including Project Management Experience.
- 4+ Years of experience in AML/sanctions regulations as they apply to financial institutions, including retail, wholesale, and international banks, Trade Finance, Fraud, Retail Banking, Private Banking, and Wealth Management.
- 4+ Years of experience performing QC for alert and/or case investigations, specifically pertaining to Trade Finance, Fraud, Retail Banking, Private Banking, and Wealth Management.
- 4+ Years of experience providing advice regarding applicable AML/OFAC regulations and requirements with a focus on Trade Finance, Fraud, Retail Banking, Private Banking, and Wealth Management.
- 4+ Years of experience with transaction monitoring to detect suspicious activity, such as money laundering, fraud, or regulatory breaches.
- 4+ Years of experience managing a team of professional AML/OFAC compliance practitioners.
- 4+ Years of experience drafting Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).
- 4+ Years of experience using AML Monitoring systems and related software.
- 4+ Years of experience submitting written and oral reports to senior management and clients.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Law, Criminal Justice, or a related field; or equivalent experience.
- Limited immigration sponsorship may be available.
- Ability to travel 10%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.

Preferred:
- Transaction Monitoring/Investigations Experience.
- Financial Institutions Unit (FIU) Experience.
- AML Consulting Experience.
- Certifications such as Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).
- Regulatory experience.
- Analytical/Decision Making Responsibilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks into manageable work products.
- Can operate independently or with minimum supervision.
- Excellent Written and Communication Skills.
- Ability to deliver technical demonstrations.

Salary Information:
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $84,400 to $155,400.