Direct the day-to-day operations of the AML/Sanctions compliance department. Lead and develop team of analysts ensuring timely and accurate completion of reviews and alert handling. Analyze and resolve problems regarding investigations (AML, sanctions). Drive efficiency by monitoring and reporting on productivity and quality.

Applicants must possess legal authorization to work for our company in the U.S. without the need for immigration sponsorship or otherwise serving as an employer of record for immigration employment purposes. At this time, this role is not eligible for immigration-related employment authorization sponsorship.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage a team of 5+ analysts, providing ongoing training, guidance and support to ensure accuracy and consistency in the application of AML/Sanctions policy and procedures.

  • Review investigations and projects for completeness and overall performance of compliance department staff.

  • Develop analytical abilities of staff to enable them to achieve degree of expertise.

  • Initiate projects to improve the efficiency of the compliance department.

  • Direct and assign projects to technical and administrative staff.

  • Oversee complex investigations (AML, sanctions).

  • Establish and maintain departmental policies and procedures.

  • Assist in evaluating overall AML/Compliance Risk factors.

  • Support and drive the continuous improvement of team performance by tracking KPI’s, recommending enhancements to core processes, and helping implement tools or solutions that improve workflow efficiency.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, political science, pre-law, paralegal or other relevant area

  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant compliance experience

  • Strong knowledge of AML and Sanctions regulatory requirements


Preferred Qualifications:

  • At least 1 year supervisory experience managing a team of 5+ employees preferred

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Advanced analytical, interpretive, organizational and negotiations skills

  • Understanding of insurance and annuity products

  • CAMS certification is a plus

Working Conditions:

  • Hybrid working environment: 3 days per week in office (Baltimore, Cedar Rapids, Philadelphia, Denver)

Compensation:

  • The Salary for this position generally ranges between $100,000 - $115,000 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

  • Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion. 

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This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation in order to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.

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