Director, Global Financial Crimes Change & Risk

Morgan-Stanley; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Change Management Professional in Global Financial Crimes to lead risk assessments for new product initiatives and drive governance across stakeholders. The role partners with technology and business teams to document control requirements and ensure effective implementation.

You will manage cross-functional sessions, track issues, and report program status to senior management. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in financial crimes or AML, strong analytical skills, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree and/or AML certification preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in financial crimes compliance, AML, risk management, product governance, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of AML, sanctions, KYC/EDD, anti-corruption, and anti-tax evasion frameworks.
• Proven ability to lead product development, governance, or risk-related initiatives.
• ACAMS or equivalent AML certification required within 15 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of financial crimes risk assessments for new product proposals.
• Serve as a key point of contact for GFC within the NPA lifecycle.
• Collaborate with technology and cross-functional teams to document and communicate control requirements.
• Lead cross-functional working sessions and coordinate with stakeholders to assess control feasibility and implementation readiness.
• Prepare reporting materials for senior management and present updates on program status and risks as needed.

Skills

AML compliance

risk management

governance

stakeholder collaboration

communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree or AML certification

Job description

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Change Management Professional in Global Financial Crimes to lead risk assessments for new product initiatives and drive governance across stakeholders. The role partners with technology and business teams to document control requirements and ensure effective implementation.

You will manage cross-functional sessions, track issues, and report program status to senior management. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in financial crimes or AML, strong analytical skills, and