The Execution Director (Sr. Manager) is a senior professional responsible for managing AML investigations teams within the Global Financial Intelligence Unit (GFIU). The role is responsible for acting as a senior leader for GFIU location(s) within the NAM region, and providing oversight over staff engaged in the detection and reporting of suspicious activity. Additionally, the role supports GFIU's diversity goals and career/skill development objectives for staff under management.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage, lead, and develop multiple teams consisting of over 100+ people, including activities such as performance evaluation, compensation, hiring and talent development
• Execute AML strategy and departmental objectives consistent with Citi's risk appetite and procedural framework
• Oversee AML Case Reviews/Investigations, SAR filings, account closure recommendations, and other post-investigative activities
• Identify trends/issues/emerging risks related to money laundering/terrorist financing and escalate to senior leadership, as appropriate
• Mitigate AML risk by detecting potentially questionable transactions and coordinating with various stakeholders to prevent continuation of suspicious activity
• Manage third party reviews and exams by regularly interfacing with Compliance Testing, Internal Audit, and Regulators; addressing observations and executing corrective action plans, as appropriate
• Continuously enhance Case Review and Investigations processes for effectiveness and efficiency
• Ensure business lines under management meet GFIU quality standards and SLAs
• Dedicate 25-30% of his/her time to people management / engagement initiatives and activities.
• Partner with the CSC Site Head and others on the Site Leadership team to achieve the objectives and direction of the site to ensure safe, secure, professional, and vibrant work environment.

Job Qualifications:

• 10+ years of AML experience in a financial institution and/or regulator
• Experience managing teams involved in performing AML Investigations or related processes
• Subject matter expertise in Suspicious Activity Reporting (SARs) processes, including writing, preparing, and/or reviewing SARs
• Knowledgeable in the AML regulatory regime in the United States, including applicable laws and regulations, money laundering/terrorist financing typologies, high-risk products and industries, and recent trends and emerging risks
• Prior involvement in establishing and/or measurably growing operational teams
• Established record for successfully executing objectives and project plans within expected timelines
• Ability to convey complex concepts to Senior Managers and Organizational Leaders, articulating key points and recommendations for decision-making and strategic planning
• Ability to influence and lead people at a senior level using sound judgment and successful execution, understanding how to operate effectively across diverse businesses
• Experience managing diverse teams and comfort navigating complex, highly-matrixed organizations
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Prior direct participation or employment with Government regulators and law enforcement agencies preferred
• Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Certification preferred
• Additional relevant certification(s) preferred

Job Family Group:
Compliance and Control

Job Family:
AML Execution

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