Director, Anti-Financial Crimes, Financial Services | Forensic and Litigation Consulting

FTI Consulting, Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director in Anti-Financial Crimes to lead compliance initiatives and mitigate risks for clients in the financial services sector. This pivotal role involves designing and implementing robust anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance programs, leveraging advanced analytics and project management skills. You will work closely with global teams to enhance compliance frameworks and navigate complex regulatory landscapes. Join a dynamic environment that fosters professional growth and offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in financial crime compliance. If you are ready to take on challenging projects and lead transformative initiatives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive total compensation

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous paid time off

401(k) retirement savings plan

Flexible work arrangements

Paid parental leave

Employee wellness platform

Professional development programs

Free in-office snacks and drinks

Corporate matching for charitable donations

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in AML-focused roles in banking.
• Strong understanding of compliance regulations and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement AML and sanctions compliance programs.
• Collaborate with clients on KYC and TMS transformation initiatives.

Skills

Anti-Money Laundering (AML)

Regulatory Compliance

Project Management

Risk Assessment

Fraud Detection

Client Consultation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Management, Economics, Engineering, Statistics

Master’s Degree in business administration or related field

Tools

KYC Systems

Transaction Monitoring Systems (TMS)

Job description

Director, Anti-Financial Crimes, Financial Services | Forensic and Litigation Consulting

FTI Consulting is the world’s leading expert-driven consulting firm. Over the last 40 years, FTI Consulting experts have served as the trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and the world’s leading law and private equity firms when they are facing their greatest opportunities and challenges. Our strong performance and continued success are a direct reflection of the ambition, energy, and commitment of our talented professionals across the globe to make a positive impact for our clients and communities.

At FTI Consulting, you’ll be inspired and empowered to make an impact on headline matters that change history. Working side by side with the world’s leading experts in your field, you’ll be surrounded by an open collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and most importantly, you.

There’s never been a more exciting time to join FTI Consulting and this is where you will do the most exciting and fulfilling work of your career.

Are you ready to make an impact?

About The Role

Against an increasingly complex regulatory landscape, FTI Consulting’s Financial Crime Compliance team helps clients mitigate risk and achieve compliance. We leverage our deep knowledge of industry regulations and demonstrated methodologies to help clients design, assess, and transform their processes. We help clients navigate a regulatory investigation or inquiry, and achieve the overall risk profile they need to power their organization forward.

We are involved in complex, global and high-profile litigation, arbitration, investigations and compliance program remediations combining end-to-end risk consultative advisory, investigative and disputes expertise to deliver holistic solutions for our clients. For this role, you’ll be providing bank regulatory consulting services, specifically focusing on anti-money laundering, sanctions and fraud, including performing assessments and analysis for various client situations and supervising day-to-day activities in support of consulting projects. In particular, we are interested in experience that involves transaction monitoring program development (i.e., assessment and design of transaction monitoring alert procedures, processes, and guidelines) and design of transaction monitoring rules, thresholds and parameters. Previous experience directly handling and adjudicating alerts and cases for a large banking organization(s) is a plus.

As a Financial Crime Director, you will help our clients mitigate their Financial Crime Compliance risks, improve their ability to meet regulatory requirements, and implement efficient solutions to remediate identified issues. Directors will collaborate across the firm to develop and offer solutions to complex compliance challenges.

What You’ll Do

In this role you will work on a variety of global engagements and will be involved in the:

• Review, design/redesign and implement first and second line of defense operating models, technologies, and analytic solutions for anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance programs worldwide.
• Collaborate with global teams and clients to track, manage, and deliver long-term KYC and Transaction Monitoring Systems (TMS) transformation initiatives for global financial services clients.
• Utilize strong change and project management skills on engagements focused on assessment, remediation, and design and implementation of global KYC and TMS programs which leverage advanced analytics and custom workflow solutions.
• Participate in enterprise and unit level AML and sanctions risk assessment engagements, draft policies, and procedures, create and deliver training modules, compliance assessments, transaction monitoring "look backs" pursuant to regulatory orders, internal controls assessments, internal investigations, and independent testing.

How You’ll Grow

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.

As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

What You Will Need to Succeed

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Management, Economics, Engineering, Statistics or in a related field
• 5+ years of relevant post-graduate professional experience in private or public sector banking in an AML-focused role
• Ability to travel to clients and FTI office(s) as needed
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; this position does not provide visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in business administration or related field.
• Extensive expertise in AML, Sanctions, and Fraud regulations across diverse financial sectors, including Consumer, Wholesale, Corporate and Investment, Payments and Private Wealth Management.
• Proficient in drafting, reviewing, and coordinating AML, Sanctions and Fraud Compliance policies, standards, procedures, training, and annual compliance reviews for clients.
• Experience with BSA/AML Transaction Monitoring programs including, but not limited to, alert and case analysis, alert rule development and testing and TM system tuning and testing.
• Desire to work towards CFE, CAMS, CRCM or other relevant professional designation.
• BSA/AML Compliance Risk/Regulatory program development
• BSA/AML experience in Banking, FinTech or Securities industries

Our goal is to support the wellbeing of you and your families—physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer comprehensive benefits such as the following:

• Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential
• Full package of benefits plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Potential for flexible work arrangements
• Generous paid parental leave with available planning tools, virtual expert coaching services and flex return support.
• Family care benefits, including back-up child/elder care
• Employee wellness platform
• Employee recognition programs
• Paid time off for volunteering in your community
• Corporate matching for charitable donations most important to you
• Make an impact in our communities through company sponsored pro bono work
• Professional development and certification programs
• Free in-office snacks and drinks
• Free smartphone and cellular plan (if applicable)
• FTI Perks & Discounts at retailers and businesses
• Upscale offices close to public transportation

About FTI Consulting

FTI Consulting, Inc. is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 8,300 employees located in 34 countries and territories. Our broad and diverse bench of award–winning experts advise their clients when they are facing their most significant opportunities and challenges. The Company generated $3.49 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2023. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting’s services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn.

FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Compensation Disclosure: Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual’s location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.

Additional Information

• Exempt or Non-Exempt?: Exempt
• Job Family/Level: Op Level 3 - Director
• Employee Status: Regular