FoM AML Specialist

Ford Motor; Naucalpan de Juárez; Presencial; MXN 700,000 - 900,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading automotive firm in Naucalpan de Juárez is seeking an experienced AML Specialist to oversee compliance with Anti-Money Laundering regulations. The ideal candidate will have a law degree and significant experience in AML/CTF compliance, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage cross-functional compliance initiatives. This role offers an opportunity to lead significant organizational changes while ensuring ongoing adherence to regulatory frameworks.

Formación

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in AML/CTF compliance.
• Certifications in AML UIF are highly desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and enhance the AML/CTF compliance program.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on Mexican AML/CTF laws.
• Oversee reporting management for suspicious activities.
• Develop and implement comprehensive AML/CTF policies.
• Collaborate with IT for compliance technology enhancements.
• Develop AML/CTF training programs for staff.
• Manage internal and external AML/CTF audits.

Conocimientos

AML/CTF compliance

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Bilingual (Spanish and English)

Educación

Law degree (Licenciatura en Derecho)

Master's degree or specialization in AML/CTF

Descripción del empleo

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves.What will you make today?

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic lawyer to fill the role of AML Specialist. This position will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of Ford Motor's Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) program in Mexico, ensuring ongoing adherence to Mexico's evolving regulatory landscape. The successful candidate will lead the interpretation and implementation of new AML reform, manage daily compliance operations, develop robust compliance strategies, and drive continuous improvement of our systems and processes. This role demands deep expertise in Mexican AML/CTF regulations, strong operational oversight, and the ability to lead significant organizational change while maintaining day-to-day compliance excellence.

Qualifications

You’ll have...

• Education: Law degree (Licenciatura en Derecho). Master's degree or specialization in AML/CTF is highly preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in AML/CTF compliance, regulatory affairs, or legal advisory.

Even better, you may have...

• Project management, and operational oversight capabilities, with the ability to manage complex initiatives and daily responsibilities.
• Superior analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, capable of interpreting complex legal texts and applying them to business operations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Spanish and English.
• Strong stakeholder management capabilities, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Certifications: AML UIF certifications are highly desirable.

DISCLAIMER: Ford Motor Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, as we are committed with a diverse workforce, and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran and basis of disability.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Operation & Program Management: Lead and continuously enhance the AML/CTF compliance program by interpreting and implementing regulations, overseeing cross-functional integration of compliance requirements into daily operations and new initiatives, and ensuring consistent application of policies across all three affiliated entities.
• Regulatory Compliance & Advisory: Serve as the primary subject matter expert on Mexican AML/CTF laws and regulations (e.g., LFPIORPI, SAT circulars), including recent and proposed reforms, to provide expert legal and compliance advice to senior management and business units, ensuring adherence to regulatory obligations.
• Suspicious Activity & Transaction Reporting Management: Oversee robust processes for identifying, investigating, and escalating unusual or suspicious activities, ensuring the timely submission of all required reports, including STRs, and compliance with 24-hour notice requirements for vulnerable activities.
• AML Program Development, Policies & Procedures: Develop, implement, and continuously review comprehensive AML/CTF policies, procedures, and controls, ensuring clear and effectively communicated guidelines for customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, transaction monitoring, reporting thresholds, and specific risk criteria.
• Automated Systems Management & Optimization: Collaborate with IT to assess technological infrastructure needs and implement necessary upgrades to support compliance requirements. Oversee the management, optimization, and enhancement of automated AML/CTF systems to ensure they effectively monitor client operations, accumulate transactional data and identify risk patterns.
• Risk Assessment & Management: Develop, implement, and maintain the AML/CTF risk assessment framework, identifying potential vulnerabilities and recommending mitigation strategies across all transactions segments.
• Training & Awareness: Ensure the development and delivery of comprehensive, annual AML/CTF training programs for all staff.
• Audit Management & Remediation: Manage and facilitate annual internal and external AML/CTF audits, including responding to findings, developing remediation plans, and ensuring the effectiveness of implemented controls.
• Regulatory Liaison & Reporting: Act as a key liaison with regulatory bodies (e.g., SAT) for routine inquiries, official reporting and examinations related to AML/CTF.