Project Manager AML Remediation

TEKsystems; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Senior Project Manager for an AML Remediation Lookback Program. This fully remote role requires extensive project management experience in financial services, particularly in AML compliance. The ideal candidate will lead a multi-year initiative, collaborating with various teams to ensure regulatory alignment and effective data oversight. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for success in this high-pressure environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience in financial services.
• 5 years focused on AML or regulatory compliance initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of a multi-year AML remediation initiative.
• Prepare and deliver project updates to senior leadership.
• Coordinate the collection and analysis of historical transaction data.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Mindset

Education

PMP Certification

Job description

Position Overview: A leading financial institution is seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead a critical AML Remediation Lookback Program. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with a strong background in regulatory compliance, data-intensive project delivery, and enterprise-level program management within large-scale financial environments.
Key Responsibilities:
* Program Leadership: Manage the full lifecycle of a multi-year AML remediation initiative focused on historical transaction lookbacks.
* Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Compliance, Risk, Data Analytics, and Technology teams to ensure alignment and execution.
* Data Oversight: Coordinate the collection, analysis, and review of historical transaction data to identify AML risks and remediation opportunities.
* Regulatory Alignment: Ensure all project activities meet regulatory expectations and internal audit standards.
* Executive Reporting: Prepare and deliver project updates, risk assessments, and progress reports to senior leadership and regulatory stakeholders.
* Project Governance: Manage budgets, timelines, resources, and risks in accordance with enterprise PMO standards.
* Issue Resolution: Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
Required Qualifications:
* Experience: 10+ years of project management experience in financial services, with at least 5 years focused on AML or regulatory compliance initiatives.
* Industry: Experience working in large, matrixed financial institutions with scaled PMO structures.
* AML Expertise: Strong understanding of AML regulations, remediation frameworks, and transaction lookback methodologies.
* Data-Driven Projects: Demonstrated success managing data-heavy initiatives, including data extraction, cleansing, and analysis.
* Certifications: PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.
* Skills: Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to thrive in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience with Tier 1 or Tier 2 banks or similar large-scale financial institutions.
* Familiarity with regulatory enforcement actions and remediation best practices.
* Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
*Pay and Benefits*
The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $120.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
* Medical, dental & vision
* Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
* 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
* Short and long-term disability
* Health Spending Account (HSA)
* Transportation benefits
* Employee Assistance Program
* Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
*Workplace Type*
This is a fully remote position.
*Application Deadline*
This position is anticipated to close on May 23, 2025.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.


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