Temporary Senior Associate– AML Audit (Global Banks)

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Temporary Senior Associate – AML Audit (Global Banks)

RSM’s AML Audit Group is seeking a skilled Senior Associate to support AML audit engagements for a global banking client. This role sits within the Third Line of Defense and focuses on consent order remediation, issue validation, and regulator-ready audit execution. The ideal candidate brings hands-on AML audit experience, strong data analysis skills, and the ability to produce high-quality deliverables aligned with regulatory expectations.

• Support the execution of AML audits within the Third Line of Defense, including coverage of transaction monitoring, customer due diligence (CDD), sanctions screening, and AML governance frameworks.

• Assist with audit activities tied to regulatory remediation and issue validation, ensuring corrective actions are tested and sustainable.

• Perform data-driven testing: population validation, sample selection, and transactional data analysis.

• Prepare clear and well-documented workpapers that support audit conclusions and regulatory expectations.

• Collaborate with audit managers and team members, providing subject matter insights where appropriate.

• 3–6 years of Internal Audit experience with direct exposure to BSA/AML and sanctions at large banks or consulting firms.

• Experience contributing to audits involving consent orders, MRAs/MRIAs, or other regulatory enforcement actions.

• Strong data proficiency: SQL, ACL, Excel, Tableau, or similar tools for large dataset analysis.

• CAMS certification (or equivalent) preferred.

• Knowledge of U.S. and global AML regulatory frameworks: BSA, OFAC, FFIEC, and related guidance.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to contribute to regulator-ready audit documentation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an AML audit professional at the Senior Associate level to deepen their Third Line experience, work on high-visibility regulatory remediation projects, and sharpen their data-driven audit skills while supporting one of the world’s leading banking institutions

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