Global Financial Crimes KYC Advisory Vice President
About The Position
This Vice President position is part of Morgan Stanley’s Global KYC Advisory Team within the Legal & Compliance division. The team sets KYC policy, coordinates enterprise-wide implementation of KYC requirements, and supports consistent execution of the Firm’s KYC Program across business lines and regions. The role helps set and implement enterprise-wide KYC policy, controls, and program enhancements in partnership with Legal, GFC Advisory, Operations, business stakeholders, and Technology. The position will lead a small team and oversee implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of enterprise-wide KYC controls. The listed location is temporary. The work location will transition to 1445 Ross Ave, Dallas, TX 75202 at a future date. In-person interviews are required. Expected base pay in Texas is $110,000–$162,500 per year at the commencement of employment. Actual base pay will be determined individually and may be only part of total compensation, which may include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short- and long-term incentive packages, and Morgan Stanley-sponsored benefit programs.
Requirements
- At least 8 years of relevant AML or KYC Advisory experience.
- Deep knowledge of applicable AML laws, rules, and regulations, with familiarity in sanctions and anti-corruption requirements.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to develop practical solutions in a time-sensitive environment.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, and effective time management.
- Sound judgment and ability to identify, manage, and appropriately escalate issues.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
- Effective presentation and stakeholder-management skills across functions, business lines, and regions.
- Demonstrated ability to lead staff and manage multiple priorities in a complex organization.
Nice To Haves
- Experience preferably gained within a large financial institution, consulting firm, asset manager, law firm, or government or regulatory body.
Responsibilities
- Draft, maintain, and advise on the Firm’s Global KYC Standards, regional supplements, and related guidance.
- Plan, coordinate, and track implementation and periodic refresh of enterprise and regional KYC requirements.
- Advise stakeholders on KYC regulatory and policy requirements and recommend responsive control enhancements.
- Coordinate with regional GFC Advisory, Operations, business stakeholders, and Technology to implement KYC changes.
- Support governance and oversight of the Firm’s KYC Program, including the KYC Standards Committee and related working groups.
- Partner with GFC Strategy on implementation and ongoing maintenance of Enterprise Customer Risk Ranking controls.
- Monitor regulatory developments, industry guidance, and leading practices affecting KYC and AML.
- Lead a small team and oversee implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of enterprise-wide KYC controls.
Benefits
- Morgan Stanley-sponsored benefit programs
- Commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, and other short- and long-term incentive packages may be included in total compensation, depending on the position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
