Financial Crimes Technology - Operations and Technology Director

At PwC, our people in data and analytics focus on leveraging data to drive insights and make informed business decisions. They utilise advanced analytics techniques to help clients optimise their operations and achieve their strategic goals. In business intelligence at PwC, you will focus on leveraging data and analytics to provide strategic insights and drive informed decision-making for clients. You will develop and implement innovative solutions to optimise business performance and enhance competitive advantage.
Translating the vision, you set the tone, and inspire others to follow. Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You create a healthy working environment while maximising client satisfaction. You cultivate the potential in others and actively team across the PwC Network, understanding tradeoffs, and leveraging our collective strength.
Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Lead in line with our values and brand.
• Develop new ideas, solutions, and structures; drive thought leadership.
• Solve problems by exploring multiple angles and using creativity, encouraging others to do the same.
• Balance long-term, short-term, detail-oriented, and big picture thinking.
• Make strategic choices and drive change by addressing system-level enablers.
• Promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.
• Identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the Firm.
• Adhere to and enforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Job Requirements and Preferences:
Basic Qualifications:
Minimum Degree Required:
Bachelor Degree
Minimum Years of Experience:
9 year(s)
Preferred Qualifications:
Degree Preferred:
Master of Business Administration
Preferred Fields of Study:
Accounting & Technology, Accounting, Banking and Finance, Business Application Programming, Computer and Information Science, Computer and Information Science & Accounting, Computer Applications, Computer Engineering, Computer Management, Computer Programming, Economics, Economics and Finance & Technology, Finance, Information Technology, Information Technology & Accounting, Management Information Systems, Management Information Systems & Accounting, Management of Technology, Statistics, Systems Engineering
Certification(s) Preferred:

• ACAMs
• ACFCS
• CRCM

Preferred Knowledge/Skills:
Demonstrates thought leader-level abilities with, and/or a proven record of success directing efforts in compliance related consulting engagements within a top consulting or accounting firm, including:

• Experience with AML/BSA and OFAC laws and regulations as well having a thorough understanding and experience of how to apply such requirements in a business;
• Proficiency in Banking products and services and Banking operations;
• Understanding of Banking processes (commercial, retail, private banking, broker dealers) and transactional flows;
• Knowledge of common and emerging issues impacting Financial Services clients, data analytics and risk modelling as it relates to AML/BSA and OFAC solutions;
• Development of solutions related to strategy, operations and management in a number of functional areas of corporations or start-up companies;
• Experience with corporate compliance, including developing, analyzing and assessing corporate compliance programs; constructing, monitoring and auditing programs; managing internal risk assessment and investigations, collaborating with organization management to integrate compliance controls into the scope of existing business practices; developing and delivering compliance training, and managing incident management systems; and,
• Management of multiple, complex projects and direct medium to large staff teams.

Demonstrates thought leader-level abilities as a team leader within BSA/AML and Sanctions regulations and regulatory authorities and proven experience with working with banking and financial firms across multiple business areas, banking, lending, trading, risk management, evaluating, implementing and developing the following:

• Customer on-boarding procedures including CIP, CDD, and EDD;
• Working with transaction monitoring solutions, investigating potential suspicious activity;
• Working with OFAC/Sanctions and screening programs;
• Working with AML policies and procedures;
• Developing AML and OFAC risk assessments;
• Demonstrating an analytic mind-set and creative problem-solving abilities when applying regulatory requirements in a business environment. Proven ability to interpret information and regulatory requirements in order to create policy and supporting implementing procedures in a business environment; and,
• Demonstrating intimate understanding of internal control environment that is appropriate to mitigate the risks with laws and regulations.

Demonstrates thought leader-level abilities with, and/or a proven record of success as a team leader with leading client-facing consulting teams, including:

• Communicating with external clients and internal staff in an organized and knowledgeable manner including;
• Leveraging project management and project facilitation skills, especially with leading and facilitating teams and developing client proposals;
• Identifying and addressing client needs: building, maintaining, and utilizing networks of client relationships and community involvement; communicating value propositions; managing resource requirements, project workflow, budgets, billing and collections; and preparing and/or coordinating complex written and verbal materials; and,
• Developing risk management programs, including risk monitoring and reporting, risk assessment and prioritization, and the facilitation of the definition of an organization's risk appetite and risk tolerance in alignment with their organization's strategy.

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. PwC is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
The salary range for this position is: $148,000 - $317,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance