Financial Crimes Group Manager I

Financial Crimes Investigations Manager

Responsible for leading and managing staff, vision and strategic plan of respective Financial Crimes Investigations (FCI) area(s) under leadership, with an emphasis on technology related initiatives. This role has significant impact and influence over the establishment and maintenance of a robust Bank Secrecy Act / Anti-Money Laundering (BSA / AML) risk management program. This position is directly responsible for the execution of all components related to managing the BSA / AML risk in the assigned department. Work with line of business (LOB) contacts and subsidiaries to better understand total client relationships as it may be related to identifying potentially reportable BSA / AML activity and determining feasibility of the continuation of the client relationship. Recommend solutions to management to strengthen the department and overall BSA / AML Bank program.

Position will sit in-office 4 days a week, and 1 remote.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

1. Lead FCI technology initiatives and other tech related activities to ensure that Truist remains in compliance with applicable BSA / AML regulations by establishing and following appropriate risk-based, enterprise-wide BSA / AML policies and procedures and by providing and managing the resources necessary to accurately identify and mitigate money laundering and terrorist financing risks.

2. Provide direction for the development of the necessary applications / solutions while working with the end-users to identify and recommend enhancements and solutions, as well as continually evaluating alternative systems and methodologies.

3. Act as a liaison between FCI Management and other lines of business throughout the enterprise to ensure proper notification of decisions and reporting of FCI processes, enhancements, etc.

4. Manage process improvements, documentation, and merger / conversion activities in support of BSA / AML laws and regulations.

5. Participate in BSA / AML training that may include webinars, periodicals and self-study in order to stay abreast of the BSA / AML laws and regulations. Monitor current and future BSA / AML regulations and industry trends and communicate suggestions related to necessary adjustments regarding procedures and strategies.

6. Assist in the direction and leadership of the development of applicable BSA / AML training programs. Coordinate the training and guidance for new associates as they are hired or transferred into the area.

7. Lead and mentor associates to achieve their fullest potential and prepare those associates for the next level of responsibility and achievement. This includes making recommendations for employment (recruiting and hiring), career development, performance evaluations, salary changes, promotions, transfers, and terminations within established policies and guidelines.

8. Assist in the management of departmental and project budgets while optimizing service and cost to the business unit.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. College Degree or equivalent education, training and work-related experience

2. Nine years of managerial banking or financial industry experience; preferably in a branch, audit, compliance or lending related capacity

3. Eight years of experience in investigative research and documentation or five or more years prior BSA / AML Technology experience

4. Strong and on-going knowledge and experience with BSA regulations and related compliance requirements, including reporting and record retention requirements, and understanding of how changes in those regulations or compliance requirements affect FCI management

5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership, LOB managers and external entities (e.g. federal examiners)

6. Proven strong leadership skills in a managerial role

7. Strong analytical, time management and critical thinking skills

8. Ability to provide constructive feedback through leadership, motivation, and persuasion; ability to influence others without direct authority

9. Proven team building skills

10. Ability to work in a high stress, fast paced, and rapidly changing environment, with time-critical situations

11. Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications such as Microsoft Office software products

12. Ability to learn all internal applications necessary to perform the requirements of this position

Preferred Qualifications :

1. Bachelors' degree in Business or other related field

2. Graduate of Truist Banking School or other widely recognized banking school

3. Federal law enforcement background or AML / fraud investigations

4. Project management and problem management processes experience

5. Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) or Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or other applicable related certifications