Director AML Change Advisory and Program Governance

Director, AML Change Advisory and Program Governance

Country: United States of America

Your Journey Starts Here:

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The Difference You Make:

The Director, AML Change Advisory and Program Governance will report to the BS A /AML and OFAC Chief of Staff and Transformation and will help lead the design and execution of large, complex strategic initiatives as well as process improvement projects focused on enhanced efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with applicable BSA/AML and OFAC laws and regulations. In conjunction with these responsibilities, this person will assist with developing funding requests, managing budgets, and developing strategic recommendations to support effective decision-making. This person will also assist with training and managing junior resources and, a s necessary based on evolving priorities, will also help lead a variety of governance routines and activities across the BSA/AML and OFAC team . This role is highly visible as it requires significant cross-functional collaboration and has a significant impact on the BSA/AML and OFAC program as well as the viability of new products and underlying internal processes.

This person will be an experienced leader with advanced skills in BSA/AML and OFAC compliance, financ ial management , people management, cross cultural awareness, communication, influence, negotiation and conflict resolution , and strategic thinking .

Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:
•   Maintain current knowledge of relevant state and federal BSA/AML and OFAC laws and regulation s.
•   Provide guidance to senior management and executive leaders , advising of any internal business or process changes, as well as any external changes to the regulatory landscape , that may impact the BSA slash AML and OFAC compliance program .
•   Engage with appropriate stakeholders to assess , advise on , document, track, and validate treatment of BSA/AML and OFAC implications arising from new products, strategic initiatives , and BAU activities (e.g., issue findings, operational risk events, control assessments) across the 3 lines of defense .
•   Assist in leading the identif ication , design, and implement ation of process and compliance risk management improvements .
•   Leverage technology as appropriate to achieve measurable enhancements to efficiency and effectiveness.
•   Lea d the execution of multiple simultaneous process improvement projects and strategic initiatives , determining project scope, developing project plans and assumption-based capacity and execution forecasts , track ing project progress against such forecasts and adjusting as necessary when assumptions change and/or more information becomes available , and coordinating with project participants to achieve progress within required timeline and available budget.
•   Lead administrative aspects of internal process improvement projects and strategic initiatives including but not limited to funding request proposals, identifying and addressing skill or capacity needs, s ubmitting internal approval requests , and tracking project spend against available budget.
•   A nalyz e large and/or complex data and develop reporting that includes qualitative analyses , thematic conclusions , and forward-looking strategic insight.
•   Train and manage the performance of junior resources to enhance compliance knowledge and related transformation and governance competencies.
•   Support other governance routines and activities as necessary based on evolving priorities.
•   Report to management on status including strategic insight related to risks and opportunities .
•   Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders on a variety of complex matters related to BSA/AML and OFAC compliance transformation , promptly providing relevant information, expertise , and solutions to challenges that arise.
What You Bring:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience: Finance, Business or equivalent field. - Required.

12+ Years Compliance, Legal, Regulatory, or Financial Services. - Required.

Skills and capabilities:
•   Advanced knowledge of BSA, USA PATRIOT Act, and OFAC Sanctions regulatory requirements.
•   Advanced knowledge of program transformation methodologies , technology solutions, and industry-leading practices .
•   Excellent at s trategically plan ning and execut ing complex projects within required timeframe and available budget.
•   Excellent at organizing and analyzing data using Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and Power BI) and generating thematic, actionable insight
•   Excellent at developing business cases for funding and managing project budgets.
•   Excellent at handl ing sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality.
•   Excellent at prioritizing tasks and handle numerous assignments simultaneously.
•   Excellent at succeeding in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
•   Excellent adapting to evolving circumstances through innovation and problem solving.
•   Excellent at quickly learn ing and apply ing new concepts.
•   Excellent at taking initiative in order to lead and/or complete complex assignments with minimal direction.
•   Excellent at demonstrating poise, tact, and diplomacy.
•   Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify detailed compliance and project risk s while simultaneously understand ing overall strategy.
•   A highly motivated self-starter who is adaptive and skilled at navigating the complexities associated with cross-functional projects and large organizations.
•   Proven success in working both independently and collaboratively.
•   Excellent leadership skills with experience building strong relationships with team members and a variety of cross-functional stakeholders.
•   Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, interacting with non-executive and executive management across business lines and control functions.
•   Excellent presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex problems and solutions through concise and clear messaging.
•   Demonstrated experience facilitating change to achieve measurable results.
Certifications:
•   Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (active member in good standing) - preferred
•   Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (active member in good standing) - preferred

Risk Culture:

We embrace a strong risk culture and all of our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

EEO Statement:

At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working Conditions :

Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking is required for this role. Depending on location, occasional moving and lifting light equipment and/or furniture may be required .

Employer Rights:

This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate your employment at any time for any reason.

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