Chief AML Officer

Smith Arnold Partners; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Equity opportunities

Excellent benefits

Work-life perks

Job summary

Smith Arnold Partners in Chicago seeks a Chief AML Officer to lead an enterprise AML program across the organization. You will guide strategy, collaborate with Legal, Compliance, Operations, and senior leadership, and shape technology investments to strengthen controls and regulatory alignment.

The role offers executive visibility, leading a 200-person team, and driving automation while balancing regulatory obligations with business goals in a dynamic financial services environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years AML compliance experience in broker-dealer or financial institution.
• Experience leading an AML function and team of ~200 professionals.
• Deep knowledge of AML regulations (BSA, FinCEN, SEC, FINRA, CFTC).
• CAMS certification required.
• Experience with AML transaction monitoring and case management systems.
• Strong knowledge of KYC, CDD, and EDD frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the firm’s enterprise-wide AML compliance program.
• Serve as the primary contact for regulators and financial crime inquiries.
• Manage and develop a large AML team.
• Ensure AML policies align with evolving regulatory requirements.
• Partner with technology teams to enhance monitoring and automation capabilities.
• Oversee customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), and KYC programs.
• Develop and deliver AML compliance training initiatives.
• Support regulatory examinations, investigations, and audit remediation efforts.
• Drive operational efficiency while maintaining strong risk management standards.

Skills

AML compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Team leadership

KYC/CDD/EDD

Transaction monitoring

Regulatory exams

Communication

Education

CAMS certification

Series 24 registration (preferred)

Job description

Smith Arnold Partners in Chicago seeks a Chief AML Officer to lead an enterprise AML program across the organization. You will guide strategy, collaborate with Legal, Compliance, Operations, and senior leadership, and shape technology investments to strengthen controls and regulatory alignment.

The role offers executive visibility, leading a 200-person team, and driving automation while balancing regulatory obligations with business goals in a dynamic financial services environment.