s the Client-Facing AML Manager, you will be responsible for managing relationships with our clients, ensuring compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations, and mitigating financial crime risks. You will serve as the primary point of contact for AML-related matters and provide guidance and support to clients in implementing effective AML programs.
Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their AML needs, challenges, and goals, and providing tailored and updated solutions and support including customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), and Know Your Customer (KYC) processes.
- Conduct AML risk assessments on new and existing clients, evaluating their AML controls, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Conduct training sessions and workshops for clients to educate them on AML regulations, their obligations, and best practices in detecting and preventing money laundering and terrorist financing activities.
- Review and analyze client transaction data and reports to identify potential suspicious activities or patterns, and provide recommendations for further investigation.
- Work closely with internal teams, such as Compliance, Legal, and Risk Management, to ensure client onboarding processes, procedures, and systems align with AML requirements as well as foster a culture of compliance and awareness of AML risks among clients, promoting a proactive approach to preventing financial crime.
- Conduct periodic assessments and audits of clients' AML programs to identify weaknesses or gaps and recommend remedial actions.Provide regular updates and reports on AML program performance, issues, and trends to internal stakeholders and senior management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Finance, Business, Accounting, or Criminal Justice. A master's degree or professional certification in AML (e.g., CAMS, ACAMS) or related field is a plus.
- Proven experience in AML compliance, preferably in a client-facing role or account management capacity. Prior experience in the financial services industry, banking, or compliance consulting is a plus.
- In-depth knowledge of AML laws, regulations, and industry best practices, including but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), USA PATRIOT Act, and FATF recommendations.
- Strong understanding of customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), and Know Your Customer (KYC) processes.
- Familiarity with AML software, transaction monitoring systems, and other industry tools.
- Excellent presentation and training skills, with the ability to deliver engaging and informative sessions to clients.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
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