Financial Crimes Intelligence Unit Executive

Truist • Raleigh, NC

3d

About The Position

The Financial Crimes Intelligence Unit Executive is a key enterprise leader within Truist’s Financial Crimes Risk organization, responsible for shaping and executing the company’s strategy for transaction monitoring for suspicious activity, a key foundation of Truist’s Anti Money Laundering (AML) Program, and proactive risk management. This role provides executive oversight of a team that manages AML transaction monitoring, regulatory frameworks, and enterprise-scale data strategies. Proven ability to lead cross-functional collaboration and influence strategic direction at the highest levels. The role encompasses strategic leadership and governance of critical Financial Crimes initiatives for Truist’s transaction monitoring approach, innovation and advanced detection of suspicious activity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and twelve+ years of experience in a quantitative field such as Finance, Mathematics, Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, or Engineering.
• Proven experience with risk-based AML transaction monitoring models including scenario threshold setting and customer / account segmentation including scenario tuning exercises aimed at optimizing effectiveness and efficiency.
• Demonstrated expertise related to coverage assessments and typology design, development, and implementation for new or expanded products, services, and businesses.
• Established industry network and proficiency in peer benchmarking to identify best practices and potential threats, prioritize strategic enhancements, and drive continuous innovation.
• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple projects with tight deadlines in a collaborative environment.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in a quantitative field such as Finance, Mathematics, Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, or Engineering.
• Accreditation by ACAMS, an equivalent industry body, or other qualifications in the areas of financial crime, risk management, or compliance.
• Strong familiarity with data extraction in a variety of environments (e.g., SQL, SAS, etc.) and technical programming skills, exposure to applied data science tools and familiarity with data visualization business insight tools.

Responsibilities

• Define and Drive Enterprise Strategy Lead the vision and execution of Truist’s transaction monitoring approach, ensuring a forward-looking, risk-based framework that is scalable, aligned with Truist’s unique business risk profile, and anticipates emerging threats and regulatory expectations.
• Champion Innovation and Advanced Detection Oversee a layered strategy that integrates external intelligence, dynamic automated monitoring, and cutting-edge detection techniques to identify and report suspicious activity effectively. Collaborate with Risk Management Organization (RMO) Analytics, Insights and Models (AIM) to identify and implement advanced use cases for artificial intelligence (AI) — from automation to generative AI — enhancing efficiency and effectiveness.
• Serve as Strategic Subject Matter Expert Act as the enterprise authority on Financial Crimes transaction monitoring, data governance, and systems architecture, guiding large-scale, complex initiatives in partnership with senior stakeholders. Partner with Enterprise Technology–AML, Financial Crimes Model Analytics (FCMA), Model Risk Oversight, Model Development, and line-of-business data teams to drive transaction monitoring initiatives and meet evolving business requirements.
• Influence at the Highest Levels Foster enterprise-wide communication and shape decision-making across senior leadership, Enterprise Data Analytics, and peer organizations to ensure alignment and strategic impact. Hold voting membership on the Financial Crimes Risk Committee, represent Truist at governmental and industry forums, and serve as a thought leader through speaking engagements at conferences and roundtables.
• Shape Next-Generation Capabilities Drive innovation in monitoring tools and methodologies, leveraging deep technical fluency and regulatory expertise to position Truist as an industry leader in Financial Crimes risk management.
• Own Data Strategy for Financial Crimes Lead the overarching Financial Crimes data strategy, identifying optimal sources, tools, and dashboards to support transaction monitoring and related activities.
• Drive Resolution and Accountability Take full ownership of transaction monitoring related issues through resolution, ensuring seamless coordination between Financial Crimes and key enterprise partners.
• Lead with purpose Lead and manage a high-performing team by setting clear goals, providing guidance, fostering collaboration, and ensuring accountability for results.

Benefits

• Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates.
• Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays.
• Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees