Project Manager - Commercial Payment Services

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The role:

The AML Project Manager - Commercial Payment Services will be accountable for planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing projects related to Commercial Payment Services. Projects will focus on the development/enhancement of AML controls related to initial client implementations and transformational initiatives. The role requires collaboration with various stakeholders across the enterprise, including those across business functions, compliance, engineering, finance, and product.

What you’ll do:

• Evaluate current operational processes and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and industry best practices related to Commercial Payment Services initiatives

• Develop project plans and manage projects related to initial client implementations and transformational initiatives related to ensuring scalable AML controls are implemented

• Create and maintain project artifacts, including but not limited to project plans, process flows, stakeholder updates, etc 

• Ensure project stakeholders are continuously made aware of risks, gaps, and the general status of assigned initiatives

• Schedule, lead, and report outcomes of meetings related to assigned initiatives

• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across the AML Department, Compliance Department, and Enterprise

• Maintain an ownership mentality for assigned initiatives and contribute to a best-in-class AML program and related projects and initiatives

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Finance, Business, Management, or other relevant areas

• 6+ years of experience related to project management in the financial services industry with a demonstrated track-record of delivery and/or relevant experience in risk and control management focusing on a variety of large-scale technical projects  

• Effective negotiation and influencing skills, including strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills

• Strong management, organizational and evaluative process skills.  Ability to analyze complex organizational and technical issues to improve performance and efficiency

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, across different business lines, and with external stakeholders

Specific skills in:

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects/initiatives to conclusion

• Interacting with, and presenting to, all levels of management, cross-functional partners, and regulators

• Familiarity with BSA/AML processes and systems (e.g.  transaction monitoring systems, customer screening systems, and other related technologies).

Nice to have:

• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification preferred

• CAMS/CFE certification preferred (or willingness to become certified within one year of start date)

Compensation and Benefits The base pay range for this role is listed below. Final base pay offer will be determined based on individual factors such as the candidate’s experience, skills, and location.    To view all of our comprehensive and competitive benefits, visit our Benefits at SoFi page!

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