AML Advisory - Regional Bank, Vice President

Company: MUFG Union Bank
Location: Irving
Posted on: September 12, 2020

Job Description:

MUFG is committed to the safety and well-being of our colleagues, clients, candidates, and the community as we manage the current COVID-19 pandemic. During this time, as we continue to recruit and hire exceptional talent to join our team, we are taking the necessary precautions to limit in-person contact, aligned with Federal, State, and local health recommendations and requirements. All interviews are being conducted remotely via Skype, FaceTime, or phone. Additionally, we have implemented remote on-boarding for new colleagues, as appropriate.

Thank you for your interest in exploring career opportunities with MUFG.

AML Advisory - Regional Bank, Vice President Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count?

Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), the 5th largest financial group in the world (as ranked by S&P Global, April 2020).In the Americas, we’re 13,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, developing positive relationships built on integrity and respect. It’s part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. We’re a team that accepts responsibility for the future by asking the tough questions and owning the solutions. Join MUFG and be empowered to make your voice heard and your actions count.

Summary:

The VP - AML Advisory is a highly critical and visible role, reporting to the Director – Regional Bank AML Advisory and will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Regional Bank by providing technical regulatory guidance on complex and high-risk AML compliance subjects. Additionally, the individual will provide support and subject matter expertise on enterprise wide projects to ensure AML risks and solutions are defined, tested, and implemented.

The VP - AML Advisory is responsible for working with fellow stakeholders within Global Financial Crimes Division (GFCD) and business partners to facilitate feedback on efforts related to process improvement, program enhancements, and strategic alignment with business and other company-wide programs relating to the Regional Bank.

Primary responsibilities include :

Provide AML SME guidance and credible challenge to the business units in the Regional Bank along with oversight of their AML processes;

Partner with business units to support timely execution of business initiatives while ensuring Financial Crimes Compliance requirements are met;

Support GFCD strategic plans, policies, and procedures related to Financial Crimes Compliance;

Develop and expand AML Program Office’s relationships with First Line partners;

Proactively identify and remediate AML risk and control issues through oversight of activities in the Regional Bank;

Complete Products & Services Risk Assessments (PSRAs) on Regional Bank products/services;

Support the completion of Risk & Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs) on Regional Bank products/services;

Conduct the analysis and reporting of questionable activity referrals to ensure business units are adhering to AML policy requirements;

Develop and/or conduct targeted AML training to business units as needed;

Execute action plan items arising from Regulatory exams, and Internal Audit and Financial Crimes Compliance testing engagements relating to Regional Bank to ensure management is informed;

Complete Third-Party Compliance Risk Management (TPCRM) deliverables as needed;

Other AML compliance duties, as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree, at a minimum, required

7-10 years’ experience in compliance and risk management at a national or large/mid-size regional bank

Strong understanding of Regional Bank products and U.S. banking regulations

Experience handling sensitive information with a high degree of discretion

ACAMS certification preferred

Ability to maintain effective, collaborative working relationships at all levels

Ability to manage competing priorities, work independently, and deliver results

Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and critical thinking skills

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and committed to leveraging the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experience of our workforce to create opportunities for our colleagues and our business. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected category.

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We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and committed to leveraging the diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experience of our workforce to create opportunities for our colleagues and our business. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected category.

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