Statistician AML (AVP) - Independent Validation R, SAS, SQL

About the position

The AML Statistician will work under the supervision of a Functional Team Manager (within Independent Validation covering North America (NAM), LATAM, and Mexico) to provide statistical analyses and reports. The scope of these analyses will cover all aspects of the work performed by Independent Validation across various Citi AML activities-e.g., optimization, segmentation, tactical tuning, KYC, etc.-depending on current needs and project plans. A primary area of focus for this position will be the validation of scoring models and scenarios for AML monitoring purposes. The AML Statistician will follow the established globally-consistent methodology, but is expected to have a high level of initiative and creativity and be able to suggest enhancements to the current methodologies where appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and validate data, applies quantitative and qualitative analysis methods.
• Performs statistical and non-statistical data exploration. Identifies data quality issues and work with Technology to address them.
• Conducts data-driven analyses and create reports. Apply alternative machine learning methods (e.g., logistic regression, ensemble modelling, or other quantitative methods) to build models and to conduct analyses. Analyze and interpret data reports, draw conclusions, and make recommendations answering specific business needs.
• Documents solutions and present results in a clear, comprehensive manner to a nontechnical audience, and draft formal documentation and reports using statistical terminology.
• Enhances existing methodology. Review the statistics and machine-learning literature to generate new ideas, concepts, and models and to improve existing methods of obtaining and evaluating data. Escalate identified risks and sensitive areas in existing methodologies and processes.
• Maintains an industry-leading knowledge of the tools, systems and processes available for a best-in-class AML monitoring and detection system.

Requirements

• Strong statistical background, knowledge of quantitative methods, including predictive modeling techniques.
• Statistical/data analytical skills-including the calculation and interpretation of outcomes.
• Experience in creating and assessing Statistical Methods.
• A high degree of skill with R, SAS, and the MS Office Suite.
• Experience with Python, Hadoop, Hive and Spark, including Spark ML is a plus.
• Ability to develop solutions using Python as the primary programming language.
• An ability to manipulate data using SQL or equivalent.
• Experience with data exploration and SQL programming.
• Experience in reporting the results of analysis in a clearly written manner, and in presenting findings during meetings and conference calls.
• Team working experience (demonstrated team player ability required).
• Understanding of the technical requirements, and an ability to communicate with Technical Support.
• A background in statistics and/or mathematics (including experience in predictive and ensemble decision tree modeling), as well as a working knowledge of SAS, R, and Python.
• Experience with data analysis and/or data mining.
• Experience and knowledge in banking and finance is desirable.
• Ability to read and create thorough, high quality, formal statistical documentation and reports.
• Experience with the Mantas (or alternative) AML monitoring system preferred.
• Knowledge of the local/regional laws and regulations applicable to anti-money laundering preferred.
• Previous experience working within a financial services company (retail banking, small business banking, commercial banking, etc.) preferred.
• Initiative, creativity, attention to detail, and basic problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under the close supervision of a functional team manager, while preserving independence of thinking and responsibility for results.
• Ability to discuss the rationale behind a critical assessment of facts and opinions, and to provide comprehensive answers and arguments.
• Ability to engage in conceptual and creative out-of-the-box thinking.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all levels of the organization and across different business units.
• Self-motivation and a strong high desire for self-development and learning.
• Ability to coordinate with other members of the team and to deal with conflicting time demands.
• Ability to work well with a variety of people and to show a team-player attitude regardless the scope of responsibilities.
• Provide input on the process improvement projects and application of new and enhanced approaches. Have initiative and a proactive attitude.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in statistics, mathematics, or related quantitative field, preferred.

Benefits

• medical, dental & vision coverage
• 401(k)
• life, accident, and disability insurance
• wellness programs
• paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays