Talent.com
15090ME Chief Compliance Officer (Foreign Bank) Bilingual Spanish
15090ME Chief Compliance Officer (Foreign Bank) Bilingual SpanishACG Resources • New York, NY, US
No longer accepting applications
15090ME Chief Compliance Officer (Foreign Bank) Bilingual Spanish

15090ME Chief Compliance Officer (Foreign Bank) Bilingual Spanish

ACG Resources • New York, NY, US
9 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Chief Compliance Officer

Location :  New York, NY

Industry :  Foreign Bank

Languages :   Bilingual Spanish / English Required

Status : Perm

Base : Dependent on Experience 225k-275k base plus bonus / Benefits

A foreign banking organization with a New York branch is seeking an experienced  Chief Compliance Officer (CCO)  to lead its U.S. Compliance function. This role oversees the full compliance framework—including AML / BSA / OFAC, corporate compliance, risk assessments, and regulatory governance—ensuring the branch adheres to all applicable U.S. federal and New York State banking regulations.

The ideal candidate has deep experience within  foreign banking , with a strong focus on  trade finance ,  correspondent banking , and U.S. regulatory requirements. This is a highly visible leadership role reporting to head-office compliance counterparts and working closely with the Branch General Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance Leadership

  • Lead, maintain, and continuously enhance the branch’s U.S. Compliance Program, ensuring alignment with all applicable federal and New York State laws and regulations.
  • Oversee AML / BSA / OFAC programs, including sanctions screening and transaction monitoring.
  • Manage the branch’s Corporate Compliance Program (Code of Conduct, Whistleblower, Character & Fitness, conflict of interest, and related areas).

Policy & Program Oversight

  • Develop, implement, and refine compliance policies, procedures, manuals, and controls.
  • Prepare and maintain Corporate Compliance Risk Assessments and enterprise-wide methodologies.
  • Evaluate new and emerging U.S. banking laws, regulations, and guidance; map regulatory requirements applicable to the branch.
  • Oversee Quality Assurance controls for regulatory compliance.

    • Risk Assessment & Monitoring

  • Develop and maintain risk assessment methodologies across all programs (AML, OFAC, Corporate Compliance, Identity Theft, etc.).
  • Conduct and update Country Risk Assessments.
  • Oversee compliance with U.S. economic and trade requirements issued by OFAC and BIS.

    • Governance & Reporting

  • Chair the branch’s Compliance Committee; brief management on program changes, regulatory developments, and key issues.
  • Draft meeting minutes, board-level materials, and reporting packages for head office.
  • Produce all required risk assessment reports (BSA / AML, OFAC, Identity Theft).
  • Manage compliance with NYDFS Part 504—including testing, validation, and documentation requirements.

    • Monitoring, Investigations & Surveillance

  • Oversee AML investigations, review alerts, and approve SAR filings.
  • Review internal / external audit reports; prepare responses and implement corrective action plans.
  • Respond to subpoenas and regulatory inquiries.
  • Maintain effective professional relationships with regulators and industry peers.

    • Training & Advisory

  • Deliver ongoing training on AML / BSA, OFAC, and other regulatory requirements.
  • Advise management and business units on compliance-related matters.
  • Support EDD reviews of high-risk customers (including interviews / video calls).

    • Additional Responsibilities

  • Oversee FATCA controls, policy updates, and filing coordination.
  • Ensure day-to-day compliance responsibilities are performed in line with U.S. and state regulations.

    • Required Experience & Skills

  • 10+ years of compliance / AML experience , ideally within a  foreign bank operating in the U.S.
  • Expert knowledge of trade finance and correspondent banking.
  • Strong understanding of BSA / AML regulations, OFAC sanctions, NYDFS Part 504, FFIEC expectations, and U.S. banking regulatory frameworks.
  • Proven experience managing compliance programs, risk assessments, and regulatory interactions.
  • Prior experience leading or significantly contributing to a U.S. branch compliance function.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Bilingual Spanish / English required.

    • Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Senior compliance / AML professional from a foreign banking organization.
  • Comfortable interfacing with global head office compliance functions.
  • Hands-on leader who can manage both strategic oversight and day-to-day operational compliance.
  • Strong governance, regulatory interpretation, and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Confident in managing audits, regulatory exams, and high-risk investigations.

    • #acgresourcesjobs

    Company Description

    Great opportunity, visible role

    Create a job alert for this search

    Chief Compliance Officer • New York, NY, US

    Related jobs
    Director – Central Compliance (Global Investment Bank)

    Director – Central Compliance (Global Investment Bank)

    JCW Group • New York, NY, United States
    Full-time
    Director – Central Compliance (Global Investment Bank).A global investment bank is seeking a Director to join its Central Compliance team, focusing on firmwide policy governance, regulatory change ...Show more
    Last updated: 12 days ago • Promoted
    Retail Sales Associate Spanish Bilingual

    Retail Sales Associate Spanish Bilingual

    Verizon • Bronx, NY, United States
    Full-time +1
    A place to share your ideas freely - even if they're daring or different.Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive.At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Treasury Operations & Compliance Administrator (Bi-lingual))

    Treasury Operations & Compliance Administrator (Bi-lingual))

    Innova Solutions • New York New York 10020,New York,United States
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    A client of Innova Solutions is hiring a.Treasury Operations & Compliance Administrator (Bi-lingual)”.Position type : Full time – Contract. Treasury Operations & Compliance Administrator (Bi-lingual)...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Compliance Officer

    Compliance Officer

    TEKsystems • New York, NY, United States
    Full-time
    Support the operationalization of asset management policies, procedures, and process flows across regulatory and compliance functions. Develop and maintain advisory documentation, including Form ADV...Show more
    Last updated: 3 hours ago • Promoted • New!
    Global Chief Underwriting Officer - Fronting, Multinational and Credit Lines

    Global Chief Underwriting Officer - Fronting, Multinational and Credit Lines

    American International Group • New York, NY, United States
    Full-time
    Global Chief Underwriting Officer - Fronting, Multinational and Credit Lines page is loaded## Global Chief Underwriting Officer - Fronting, Multinational and Credit Lineslocations : NY-New Yorktim...Show more
    Last updated: 17 days ago • Promoted
    Americas Operations & Finance Regulatory Compliance Professional

    Americas Operations & Finance Regulatory Compliance Professional

    Morgan Stanley • New York, NY, US
    Full-time
    Compliance Role In Americas Operations And Finance.This non-officer compliance role will assist in performing advisory and challenge functions across the 1st line, with a focus on Americas Operatio...Show more
    Last updated: 20 days ago • Promoted
    Relationship Banker - South Manhattan NY Area •Bilingual Spanish required

    Relationship Banker - South Manhattan NY Area •Bilingual Spanish required

    Bank of America • New York, NY, US
    Full-time
    Bank Of America Job Opportunity.At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Gro...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Compliance Associate - Financial Crimes Risk Management Sanctions and Trade Compliance Team

    Compliance Associate - Financial Crimes Risk Management Sanctions and Trade Compliance Team

    KeyCorp • New York, NY, United States
    Full-time
    Compliance Associate - Financial Crimes Risk Management Sanctions and Trade Compliance Team page is loaded## Compliance Associate - Financial Crimes Risk Management Sanctions and Trade Compliance T...Show more
    Last updated: 6 days ago • Promoted
    VP, Compliance Officer

    VP, Compliance Officer

    Vibrant Emotional Health • New York, NY, United States
    Full-time
    Job Title : VP, Compliance Officer.Department : Executive Leadership.Location : Remote or Hybrid (if NYC based).New hires are typically brought into the organization between the minimum to midpoint of...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    United States Customs and Border Protection Officer

    United States Customs and Border Protection Officer

    U.S. Customs and Border Protection • Keansburg, New Jersey, US
    Full-time
    Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, p...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Compliance Officer

    Compliance Officer

    US Tech Solutions • Jersey City, NJ, US
    Permanent
    Americas Compliance is an independent governance function headed up by the Chief Compliance Officer for the Americas (Americas CCO) based in New York with responsibility for all Compliance activiti...Show more
    Last updated: 15 days ago • Promoted
    Remote Compliance Associate — Financial Crimes & Sanctions

    Remote Compliance Associate — Financial Crimes & Sanctions

    KeyCorp • New York, NY, United States
    Remote
    Full-time
    A regional bank is seeking a Compliance Associate for its Financial Crimes Risk Management team.This role involves ensuring compliance with various regulations, reviewing transactions for sanctions...Show more
    Last updated: 6 days ago • Promoted
    Compliance Lead, Transaction Monitoring

    Compliance Lead, Transaction Monitoring

    FalconX • New York, NY, United States
    Full-time
    FalconX is a pioneering team of operators, investors, and builders committed to revolutionizing institutional access to the crypto markets. Operating at the intersection of traditional finance and c...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officer

    U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officer

    U.S. Customs and Border Protection • Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, US
    Full-time
    Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, p...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Director of Compliance

    Director of Compliance

    The Quest Organization • New York, NY, United States
    Full-time
    Director of Compliance - Affordable Housing.The Director of Compliance will oversee compliance for 2,000+ regulated affordable units across New York City. This is a high-impact leadership role respo...Show more
    Last updated: 25 days ago • Promoted
    Global Chief Underwriting Officer - Fronting, Multinational and Credit Lines

    Global Chief Underwriting Officer - Fronting, Multinational and Credit Lines

    AIG • New York, NY, United States
    Full-time
    Global Chief Underwriting Officer - Fronting, Multinational and Credit Lines.For positions based in New York, the base salary range is $300,000-$350,000. In addition, the position is eligible for a ...Show more
    Last updated: 17 days ago • Promoted
    Global Trade and Compliance Manager

    Global Trade and Compliance Manager

    tarte cosmetics • New York, NY, US
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    Job Title : Global Trade and Compliance Manager.Director of Global Trade Compliance.We are committed to excellence in everything we do—from ingredient sourcing to product development and consumer sa...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Sr. Manager, Bankruptcy Claims and Noticing

    Sr. Manager, Bankruptcy Claims and Noticing

    EisnerAmper • New York, NY, United States
    Full-time
    At EisnerAmper, we look for individuals who welcome new ideas, encourage innovation, and are eager to make an impact.Whether you're starting out in your career or taking your next step as a seasone...Show more
    Last updated: 2 days ago • Promoted