Financial Crime Risk Senior Investigator
The Financial Crime Risk Senior Investigator conducts complex investigations into potential money laundering, terrorist financing, and other financial crimes, including insider-risk matters. This role requires a deep understanding of AML regulations, strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
This Financial Crime Risk Senior Investigator will be a part of the Human Trafficking and Transnational Organized Crimes Team.
The Financial Crime Risk Senior Investigator :
- Investigate criminal cases ranging from simple to complex in nature
- Sound knowledge of bank products, systems, policies and procedures
- Strong knowledge of criminal investigative techniques, related laws governing collection of evidence, court proceedings and financial / criminal trends
- Manages programs / projects / initiatives of low to moderate scope and complexity
- Expert level professional role requiring in-depth knowledge / expertise in own field of specialty and working knowledge of broader related areas
- Integrates the broader organizational context into advice and solutions within own area
- Understands the industry, competition and the factors that differentiate the organization
- Impacts a range of functional programs across own and related teams
- Interprets guidelines, standards, policies, and results of analysis to inform decision making at senior levels
- Builds stakeholder alignment in leading projects and activities
- Works independently as the senior technical lead and guides others within area of expertise
- Identifies and leads problem resolution for complex issues at all levels
Education & Experience :
Undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience5+ years of experiencePreferred Skills :
Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Criminal Justice, or a related field, preferred.Relevant certifications (e.g., CAMS, CFE).Strong knowledge of financial crime typologies and AML regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), USA PATRIOT Act, and OFAC requirements.Experience leading or supporting investigative projects; strong project management skills a plus.Experience leveraging data analytics to identify trends, anomalies, or support investigative findings related to financial crimes.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a high level of integrity and attention to detail.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and concisely.Customer Accountabilities :
Conducts a variety of complex investigations, including AML, Sanctions / ABAC and Financial CrimeApplies sound methodologies to collect, preserve, and analyze evidence while staying current on global emerging risks and technology threatsAssesses and prioritizes files and investigates assigned cases ensuring proper protocols are in place and effectively appliedWorks effectively with counterparts at other FI's, law enforcement, Non-Profits, and others in government within prescribed protocols to maximize opportunities for information sharing and to reduce TDBFG exposureConducts investigations in a professional and timely mannerIdentifies and communicates procedural weaknesses to businessesIdentifies industry and typologies risk and trends for respective program areas and shares knowledge with appropriate stakeholdersMaintains and establishes working relationships with internal partners (e.g., HR, Employment Standards and Legal etc.,) for investigative purposesApplies sound methodologies to collect, preserve, and analyze digital evidence in accordance with investigative mandateShareholder Accountabilities :
Leads workstream by acting as a project lead for large or complex projects / initiatives in accordance with project management methodologiesEvaluates the effectiveness of processes / services and recommends / champions possible enhancementsRecommends improvements to escalation processes within the investigative unit and a feedback mechanism to relevant stakeholdersPlans and delivers efficient and cost-effective processes that support and promote the implementation of programsConducts internal and external research projects; supports the development / delivery of presentations / communications to management or broader audienceAdheres to enterprise frameworks or methodologies that relate to activities for respective business area(s)Monitors service, productivity and assesses efficiency levels within own function and implements continuous process / performance improvements where opportunities existConsistently exercises discretion in managing correspondence, information and all matters of confidentiality; escalates issues where appropriateProtects the interests of the organization identifies and manages risks, and ensures the prompt and thorough resolution of escalated non-standard, high-risk issuesRuns analysis at the functional or enterprise level using results to draw conclusions, makes recommendations, assesses the effectiveness of programs / policies / practicesKeeps abreast of emerging issues, trends, and evolving regulatory requirements and assesses potential impactsMaintains a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetiteEmployee / Team Accountabilities :
Participates fully as a member of the team, supports a positive work environment that promotes service to the business, quality, innovation and teamwork and ensures timely communication of issues / points of interestShares industry knowledge for own area of expertise and participates in knowledge transfer within the team and business unitKeeps current on emerging trends / developments and grows knowledge of the business, related tools and techniquesParticipates in personal performance management and development activities, including cross training within own teamKeeps others informed and up to date about the status / progress of projects and / or all relevant or useful information related to day-to-day activitiesContributes to team development of skills and capabilities through mentorship of others, by sharing knowledge and experiences and leveraging best practicesLeads, motivates and develops relationships with internal and external business partners / stakeholders to develop productive working relationshipsContributes to a fair, positive and equitable environment that supports a diverse workforceActs as a brand ambassador for your business area / function and the bank, both internally and / or externallyPhysical Requirements :
Domestic Travel OccasionalInternational Travel NeverPerforming sedentary work ContinuousPerforming multiple tasks ContinuousOperating standard office equipment - ContinuousResponding quickly to sounds OccasionalSitting ContinuousStanding OccasionalWalking OccasionalMoving safely in confined spaces OccasionalLifting / Carrying (under 25 lbs.) OccasionalLifting / Carrying (over 25 lbs.) NeverSquatting OccasionalBending OccasionalKneeling NeverCrawling NeverClimbing NeverReaching overhead NeverReaching forward OccasionalPushing NeverPulling NeverTwisting NeverConcentrating for long periods of time ContinuousApplying common sense to deal with problems involving standardized situations ContinuousReading, writing and comprehending instructions ContinuousAdding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing ContinuousThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The listed or specified responsibilities & duties are considered essential functions for ADA purposes.
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