Senior Manager, US Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Governance

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce•Chicago, IL

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

U.S. Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Governance plays an important role in strengthening our AML and Sanctions framework and supporting effective second line of defense oversight. As a Senior Manager, US AML Governance, you'll lead key governance programs that help ensure our practices are well designed, consistently executed, and aligned with evolving U.S. regulatory expectations. You'll own governance activities across Regulatory Compliance Management, Known & Emerging Risks, and Records Management, while promoting strong program discipline, clear documentation, and meaningful risk visibility. You'll work closely with Enterprise AML, Compliance, Risk, and business partners to support effective oversight, escalation, and decision-making. Through your leadership, you'll identify opportunities to strengthen governance processes, recordkeeping, and risk monitoring across the U.S. AML and Sanctions framework.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in AML and Sanctions within a regulated financial services environment.
A strong understanding of U.S. AML and Sanctions regulatory expectations and governance practices.
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage complex deliverables, maintain accurate documentation, and track issues through to resolution.
Comfortable using technology to improve efficiency and execution, including Microsoft Office tools, SharePoint, PowerApps, and AI-enabled tools.
A bachelor’s degree.

Nice To Haves

Experience with governance reporting and documentation tools is an asset.
Hold a professional certification such as Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM), or a similar designation.

Responsibilities

Lead governance programs across the U.S. AML and Sanctions framework, using a risk-based approach to support alignment with applicable regulatory requirements, internal policies, standards, and second line of defense expectations.
Oversee governance activities related to the U.S. AML Regulatory Compliance Management Program, including regulatory change management, consent order tracking, impact assessments, and related oversight activities.
Manage Known & Emerging Risks governance by identifying, assessing, monitoring, escalating, and tracking developments, emerging risks, and key events that may affect the AML and Sanctions control environment.
Lead Records Management activities, including records retention practices, documentation standards, program evidence maintenance, and oversight of inventory, preservation, destruction, and periodic review activities.
Maintain strong governance routines, documentation, and reporting processes that provide clear, meaningful insights into key risks, issues, and program developments.
Partner with Enterprise AML, Compliance, Risk, and business teams to support consistent execution, effective escalation, audit and exam readiness, and ongoing improvements to governance processes and controls.