AML Operations Team Leader, Vice President

MUFG Bank • Irving, TX

398d • $117,000 - $147,000

About The Position

The AML Operations Team Leader, Vice President at MUFG is responsible for supervising a team of AML professionals focused on transaction surveillance, investigations, and quality control in support of the Bank's BSA/AML program. This role involves overseeing the work of up to eight AML surveillance agents, ensuring effective monitoring of transaction activity, and addressing suspicious activities appropriately. The position requires strong operations management skills and direct experience with BSA/AML compliance.

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of investigative or related experience with emphasis on BSA/AML and/or fraud prevention.
• Minimum 3+ years of managerial and supervisory experience, preferably with at least 4 professional staff members.
• Excellent interpersonal abilities including superior oral and written communication skills.
• Expert knowledge of BSA/AML laws and regulations related to money laundering and terrorist financing.
• Demonstrated experience in reporting and/or using Suspicious Activity Reports.
• Proficient in automated systems used to monitor transaction activity and KYC systems.
• Understanding of bank products and services and their potential exploitation for criminal purposes.
• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Business or related field of study.
• Related professional certifications such as CAMS or CFE are highly desirable.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a financial institution, regulatory or law enforcement agency.
• Knowledge of international finance and global markets products.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of up to eight AML surveillance agents.
• Conduct interviews and make hiring recommendations for open positions.
• Track team performance and productivity, establishing performance goals and conducting appraisals.
• Assist in AML quality control processes and ensure compliance with BSA/AML policies.
• Demonstrate knowledge of financial activities and keep abreast of regulatory developments.
• Assist in establishing efficient analytical techniques for evaluating client activity.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with other AML policy and operations areas.
• Create and maintain policies and procedures governing mission readiness.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to staff.
• Manage workflow and staffing to achieve departmental objectives.
• Review alerts and cases prepared by agents for accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct analysis on portfolio patterns to identify emerging risk issues.
• Assist in preparing for internal audits and regulatory examinations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Retirement plans.
• Educational assistance and training programs.
• Income replacement for qualified employees with disabilities.
• Paid maternity and parental bonding leave.
• Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees