Job Details
Job Location : Northbrook - NORTHBROOK, IL
Position Type : Regular Full-Time
Salary Range : Undisclosed
Job Category : Staff
Description
This role operates on a hybrid schedule, with three days spent working on-site at our Northbrook, Illinois office and two days remotely each week.
Reports to Vice President / AML / CFT Officer.
Basic Function
Collaborates with members of the Enterprise Risk Management Department to support, administer and maintain an effective AML / CFT / Sanctions Compliance Program (Anti-Money Laundering / Countering the Financing of Terrorism) in accordance with applicable laws, guidelines and regulations.
Essential Duties
- Responsible for and collaborates with the Bank's AML / CFT team to perform, monitor and maintain specific aspects of the AML / CFT / Sanctions Compliance Program including :
Review, investigate and disposition alerts generated from the Bank's transaction monitoring and customer risk management system employed in monitoring and alerting for suspicious, fraudulent and / or high-risk activity
Assist with the review, investigation and disposition of Unusual Activity Reports and fraud incidents from all lines of businessReview Customer Due Diligence questionnaires and Beneficial Ownership formsReview and analyze high-risk customers and other identified accounts for unusual and suspicious activityAssist with Enhanced Due Diligence reviewsAssist with High-Risk Client reviews and Medium Risk Client reviewsAssist with Sanctions Compliance Program and 314(a) monitoring and screeningAssist with monthly AML / CFT Compliance monitoringAssist with drafting Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs)Assist with transaction monitoring system data feed reconciliation and maintenanceReview and file CTRsAdditional departmental responsibilities such as :Assist with AML / CFT / Sanctions Compliance Program related projects
Provide guidance and support to all business linesAttend applicable regulatory training, seminars and conferences to maintain regulatory AML / CFT / Sanctions Compliance Program compliance knowledgeNonessential Duties
Other duties as assignedQualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Excellent research and analytical skillsHighly organized and capable of dealing with multiple duties / projects simultaneouslyStrong written and verbal communication skillsDetail oriented with ability to work independently while meeting productivity expectationsExcellent teamwork, interpersonal and conflict resolution skillsAbility to think strategically and develop a detailed understanding of applicable contentExcellent knowledge of AML / CFT / Sanctions Compliance Program RegulationsExcellent knowledge of current and emerging money laundering and financial crime trendsKnowledge of Verafin software a plusKnowledge of Fiserv Premier software a plusTraining & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Business Management or equivalent related experiencePrior financial services experience in a corporate services support role (Compliance, Audit, Risk, etc.) helpfulMinimum 3 years prior AML / CFT experienceAn ACAMS Certification, or progress toward, a plusWorking knowledge of various laws, regulations and guidance as it relates to AML / CFT / Sanctions Compliance ProgramExperience with financial intelligence tools (Verafin preferred) and resources to detect suspicious activityStrong communication, problem solving, organizational, and time management skillsProficiency with Microsoft 365 ApplicationsCompensation
Expected Salary Range : $72,000 - $84,000
Salary will be negotiated based on relevant skills and experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Benefits
First Bank Chicago offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical / dental / vision / life insurance; 401(k); paid time off (PTO); and eligibility for an annual bonus. For a complete listing of benefits, please visit our website : https : / / firstbankchicago.com / Employee-Benefits .
First Bank Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer : disability / veteran
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