VP, Financial Crimes Risk Advisory — Client Onboarding

Morgan-Stanley; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Financial Crimes Risk Officer VP for the WM and U.S. Banks teams. The role focuses on supporting the Firm’s First Line Financial Crimes program, executing strategic direction, and providing governance across guidelines and regulations.

Responsibilities include risk assessment, collaboration across stakeholders, and leading remediation efforts while ensuring compliance with select regulatory standards. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with BSA/AML regulations in financial services.
• Ability to assess client relationships for financial crime risk.
• Experience supporting audit/regulatory inquiries.

Responsibilities

• Support and execute First Line Financial Crimes program for WM and U.S. Banks.
• Manage risk through thematic reviews and high-risk portfolio assessments.
• Lead remediation of control gaps identified in risk assessments.

Skills

BSA/AML knowledge

Risk assessment

Regulatory compliance

Leadership & advisory

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/finance or related field

Tools

MS Office

Regulatory reporting tools

Job description

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Financial Crimes Risk Officer VP for the WM and U.S. Banks teams. The role focuses on supporting the Firm’s First Line Financial Crimes program, executing strategic direction, and providing governance across guidelines and regulations.

Responsibilities include risk assessment, collaboration across stakeholders, and leading remediation efforts while ensuring compliance with select regulatory standards. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.