Global Head, BSA/AML & Sanctions Compliance

UniTeller Financial Services; Rochelle Park (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial corporation is seeking a senior compliance professional to lead its BSA/AML and sanctions compliance programs. The role includes strategic and hands-on leadership in designing compliance frameworks consistent with regulatory expectations. Responsibilities involve overseeing compliance reviews, managing interactions with regulators, and developing training programs. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in BSA/AML compliance and hold a CAMS certification. This position offers significant visibility with Senior Management and the Board of Directors.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of direct BSA/AML and sanctions compliance experience, preferably in financial services.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement sanctions compliance programs consistent with OFAC’s framework.
• Proficiency with compliance reporting to Boards of Directors and executive management.

Responsibilities

• Lead BSA/AML and sanctions compliance programs.
• Conduct comprehensive reviews of existing compliance programs.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with regulators and auditors.

Skills

Leadership

Risk assessment

Compliance frameworks

Interpersonal skills

Education

Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)

JD / Active lawyer preferred

Tools

FCC software (e.g., Verafin, NICE Actimize, Mantas)

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

A global financial corporation is seeking a senior compliance professional to lead its BSA/AML and sanctions compliance programs. The role includes strategic and hands-on leadership in designing compliance frameworks consistent with regulatory expectations. Responsibilities involve overseeing compliance reviews, managing interactions with regulators, and developing training programs. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in BSA/AML compliance and hold a CAMS certification. This position offers significant visibility with Senior Management and the Board of Directors.