Assistant Vice President - Qa And Aml System Lead

SBI Card; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Rewards & recognition program

Diverse and inclusive culture

Gender-neutral policy

Comprehensive health benefits

Learning & development framework

Job summary

SBI Card in India seeks a techno-functional AML lead to bridge AML Operations, IT, QA, and external vendors. You will drive end-to-end AML system architecture, optimize transaction monitoring, watchlist feeds, and regulatory rule deployment.

The role emphasizes QA/UAT, DR/BCP, and IT automation with AI/ML-driven workflows, coordinating for compliant and efficient monitoring. RBI guidelines and SQL skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's / master's degree in engineering, computer science, information technology or related field.
• Preferred certifications: PMP / Prince2, CAMS, or Agile/Scrum Master.
• Experience leading AML systems implementation and IT automation projects.

Responsibilities

• Translate regulatory mandates into BRDs/FRDs and configure platforms.
• Collaborate with analysts to identify bottlenecks and design scalable solutions.
• Lead deployment of RFIs, watchlist screening logic, and model validation.
• Drive IT automation and explore AI/ML solutions for monitoring.
• Oversee QA, UAT, release management, and data integrations.
• Ensure DR/BCP adherence and resolve critical AML incidents within SLAs.

Skills

AML systems implementation

Financial Crime Compliance

Transaction monitoring

AI/ML for detection

Regulatory rule deployment

SQL/database querying

IT automation

Education

Bachelor's / Master's degree in engineering, CS, IT

Job description

Job Description:

About Us

SBI Card is a leading pure-play credit card issuer in India, offering a wide range of credit cards to cater to diverse customer needs. We are constantly innovating to meet the evolving financial needs of our customers, empowering them with digital currency for seamless payment experience and indulge in rewarding benefits. At SBI Card, the motto Make Life Simple inspires every initiative, ensuring that customer convenience is at the forefront of all that we do. We are committed to building an environment where people can thrive and create a better future for everyone.

SBI Card is proud to be an equal opportunity & inclusive employer and welcome employees without any discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, gender, religion, creed, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, caste etc. SBI Card is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are treated equally with dignity and respect which makes it a promising place to work.

Join us to shape the future of digital payment in India and unlock your full potential.

What's in it for YOU

1. SBI Card truly lives by the work-life balance philosophy. We offer a robust wellness and wellbeing program to support mental and physical health of our employees
2. Admirable work deserves to be rewarded. We have a well curated bouquet of rewards and recognition program for the employees
3. Dynamic, Inclusive and Diverse team culture
4. Gender Neutral Policy
5. Inclusive Health Benefits for all - Medical Insurance, Personal Accidental, Group Term Life Insurance and Annual Health Checkup, Dental and OPD benefits
6. Commitment to the overall development of an employee through comprehensive learning & development framework

Role Purpose

Serve as the primary techno-functional bridge between AML Operations, IT, QA, and external solution vendors. This role is responsible for driving end-to-end AML system architecture, transaction monitoring platform optimization, watchlist screening feeds, regulatory rule deployment, quality assurance, and leading the transition towards next generation AML monitoring powered by IT automation, AI/ML models and intelligent workflow tools.

Role Accountability

Business Analysis & Techno-Functional Translation

1. Translate complex AML/CFT regulatory mandates, FIU guidelines, and business requirements into detailed functional specifications (BRDs/FRDs) and platform configurations.
2. Collaborate with business analysts and operations teams to evaluate workflow bottlenecks and design scalable technical solutions.

AML Solution Architecture & Vendor Governance

1. Partner with AML solution providers and IT teams to manage core AML platforms, rule engines, and User Access Management (UAM) protocols.
2. Conduct periodic model tuning, system validation, and threshold optimization exercises to maximize detection efficacy while minimizing false positives.
3. Lead IT automation initiatives to reduce manual tasks, speed up turnaround time, and explore AI/ML solutions for transaction monitoring.

Regulatory Rule Implementation & Watchlist Management

1. Spearhead the deployment and testing of Red Flag Indicators (RFIs), transaction monitoring scenarios, and sanction screening logic.
2. Ensure daily maintenance, delta ingestion, and automated checks for third-party watchlist/PEP feeds (e.g., Dow Jones, World-Check).
3. Implement audit and inspection recommendations pertaining to IT controls, model validation, and system logic.

Quality Assurance (QA), UAT & Release Management

1. Lead the AML QA and UAT processes for new system releases, hotfixes, data integrations (e.g., BBPS, payment aggregators etc.), and patch updates.
2. Ensure zero-defect implementation and adherence to change management governance.

System Resilience, DR/BCP & Operational Support

1. Drive adherence to DR/BCP protocols for all AML platforms by actively planning, executing, and documenting periodic DR drills.
2. Serve as the single point of contact (SPOC) for resolving critical AML application incidents and production issues within defined SLAs.

Innovation & Emerging Risk Technology

1. Scan industry benchmarks and technological advancements to identify automation, AI/ML, and workflow enhancement opportunities for Financial Crime Compliance vertical.

Measures of Success

1. Budget and timeline adherence in project implementation
2. Timely remediation of all AML application issues
3. Process Efficiency (Transaction Monitoring/Watchlist Processing)
4. Timely and successful closure of DR activities
5. Timely implementation of Regulatory requirements with respect to AML solutions
6. Process adherence as per MOU

Technical Skills / Experience / Certifications

1. Specialized experience in AML systems implementation, Financial Crime Compliance platforms, transaction monitoring system governance with hands-on experience in leading IT automation projects, AML tool implementation, or AI/ML-driven compliance solutions
2. Strong understanding of credit card architectures, core banking systems, batch processing, API integrations, and database querying (SQL).
3. Knowledge of PMLA, RBI AML/KYC master directions, and FIU reporting frameworks.

Competencies critical to the role

1. Stakeholder management
2. Cross-functional collaboration
3. Problem-solving
4. Quality assurance rigor

Qualification

1. Bachelor's / master's degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or any relevant discipline.
2. Preferred Certifications: PMP / Prince2, CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist), or Agile/Scrum Master.

Preferred Industry

Financial Crime Compliance (AML)- IT

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