AML Investigations Manager

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Manages a team of BSA/AML Investigators conducting case reviews. Assigned team may be structured according to skill level and complexity of work.  

• Assists the team with process and procedure guidance. 

• Assists with the distribution of case work among FIU analysts. 

• Provides metrics and trending information to management. 

• Provides oversight on AML case quality and addresses deficiencies identified. 

• Escalates time sensitive issues to management. 

• Reviews/investigates complex cases that are generated from the Bank’s Case Management System. 

• Assists in the reviews and collection of Internal Audit and exam deliverables. 

• Reviews escalated investigations and makes SAR decisions 

• Reviews and confirms that all SARS have been filed timely and accurately. 

• Assists with the updates to departmental procedures. 

• Administers personnel-related matters including interviewing and recommendations for hire, disciplinary action, performance evaluations, and training and development of staff. 

ADDITIONAL ACCOUNTABILITIES 

• Performs special projects, and additional duties and responsibilities as required. 

• Consistently adheres to regulatory and compliance policies and standards linked to the job as listed and complete required compliance trainings.  Accountable to maintain compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.  

JOB REQUIREMENTS  

Required Qualifications: 

• Education level required: Undergraduate Degree (4 years or equivalent) or equivalent work experience. 

• Minimum experience required: 5 years of progressive work experience in AML, financial investigations and/or banking. 

• Management experience and/or experience leading and directing staff.  

• Experience with performing transaction analysis, case and alert investigations and suspicious activity reporting. 

• CAMS designation preferred. 

Job Competencies: 

• Excellent knowledge of BSA, and USA Patriot Act regulations. 

• Familiarity with navigating banking systems, teller transactions and accessing customer transaction histories. 

• Advanced PC Skills; MS Word, Excel, Internet, World-Check.  

• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage people using sound judgment with an understanding of how to operate effectively within a bank. 

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide constructive feedback. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

• Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills. 

• Highly developed analytical skills. 

• Ability to understand and draw conclusions from research conducted. 

• Ability to manage multiple projects.