SVP, Senior AML Compliance Officer - Governance & Risk Frameworks

The role of AML Governance Officer is to help manage the successful running of Citi's Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Governance and Escalation Framework. This includes writing, editing and helping to coordinate the production of materials associated with the AML Program Governance Framework and its component committees: specifically, the AML Management Committee, reporting to the regulators and the Board.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be part of a critical team that supports the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) / AML Officer as well as the head of AML Compliance Programs in the oversight and governance of Citi’s AML Program. The role provides exposure to regulatory matters, senior management and subject matter experts across businesses and functions. In addition, the candidate will be able to broaden their knowledge base of Citi's businesses and in managing related compliance risk.

This role is part of the AML Regulatory Supervision Meetings and Exams team which, in turn, forms part of the AML Compliance Programs Pillar within Citi's AML Program. This team is responsible for various foundational risk and control frameworks within the AML Program across Citi, covering Governance, Policies, Regulatory Reporting, Independent Validation, Program Controls, Risk Assessments, Issues Management, and Ongoing Program Supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the enterprise-wide AML Governance Framework design, ongoing execution, and continuous improvement for consistent application of the AML Escalation Standard, terms of reference for AML Committee charters, and making recommendations for changes, where necessary.
• Manage the strategic and pro-active approach to governance issues for improved effectiveness and efficiency of corporate governance and committees.
• Work with AML Senior Leadership to redefine key metrics and governance reports to provide a holistic view of the AML Control Environment.
• Demonstrate “credible challenge” – challenging the first line and AML senior management, escalating issues, and pressing for change.
• Participate in projects related to changes to the AML governance or escalation framework including the design, implementation, and execution of controls to ensure process robustness and reliability and ensure comprehensive documentation is up to date.
• Serve as a liaison to the AML-managed Committees including the AML Management Committee and its sub-committees.
• Support the AML Management Committee by managing the meeting scheduling, agendas, meeting follow ups, preparation of meeting materials, and minutes.
• Oversee the escalation of significant matters across AML up to the ICRM BRCC, Citi’s Chief Compliance Officer, and Board level.
• Support regulatory and audit reviews at various levels, including preparation of materials and responses for information request.
• Develop content and create presentations for executive level, board and external reporting covering program results, industry trends, financial and regulatory highlights.
• Build and maintain strong relations with various Committee chairs and secretariats, ACRMs and AML functional areas across the enterprise.
• Closely coordinate with governance teams across all clusters / businesses.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in the Financial Services industry, preferably in a role that requires superior problem solving, analytical thinking / capabilities and excellent oral / written communication skills.
• Close attention to detail and reliability in meeting deliverables, given sensitivity, visibility, and priority of subject.
• Proven ability to think critically and desire to innovate, drive change, and challenge the status quo.
• Familiarity with the development of policies and procedures.
• Exceptional writing skills, with ability to synthesize complex concepts and translate into effective presentations to senior audiences.
• Demonstrates a high level of integrity and professionalism; exercises sound judgment and handle confidential information.
• Energetic, responsive team player with the interest to take initiative and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required

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Job Family Group:

Compliance and Control

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Job Family:

AML Core

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Time Type:

Full time