Principal BSA & AML Specialist

Posted:
8/21/2024, 2:30:39 PM

Location(s):
Illinois, United States

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Legal & Compliance

Workplace Type:
On-site

Discover. A brighter future.

With us, you’ll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it — we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.

Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.

Job Description:

Discover will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position.  Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsible for managing anti-money laundering risks. Ensures that all related anti-money laundering policies, standards, and practices are effectively implemented and followed by the business. Assists with preparing and following up for regulatory reviews, internal audits, and other third-party, onsite examinations. Coordinates corrective actions in response to regulatory and/or internal findings. Partners with compliance to complete annual risk assessments. Collects management information and statistics for business unit anti-money laundering reporting. Provides guidance to the business regarding the identification, evaluation, mitigation, and control of operational risks and business controls. 

 

Responsibilities 

·         Provide AML advisory services to the first and second line of business.

·         Assists with the preparation for regulatory exams, internal audits, and compliance reviews. 

·         Conducts end-to-end reviews for critical processes such as Customer Identification Program(“CIP”), identifies gaps as they relate to operational and regulatory risk, and defines options for remediation. 

·         Provides advisory services to the business for projects and initiatives. 

·         Identifies and drives risk-control improvement efforts. Monitors issue resolutions to identify gaps and drives the appropriate solutions. 

·         Ensures the business is aware of issues and activities related to risk identification and control. 

 

Minimum Qualifications 

At a minimum, here is what we need from you: 

·         Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management or related field 

·         6+ years of experience in a multiple business function, compliance department, or other internal control function at a financial services company, or related field 

·         In lieu of a degree, 10+ years of experience in a multiple business function, compliance/AML department or other internal control function at a financial services company, or related field 

 

Preferred Qualifications 

If we had our say, we would also look for: 

·         Master's Degree in Business, or related field 

·         8+ years of experience in a multiple business function, compliance department, or other internal control function at a financial services company, or related field  

·         CAFP, CAMS  

 

Application Deadline:

The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Aug-26-2024. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.

Compensation:

The base pay for this position generally ranges between $88,500.00 to $149,300.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.

Benefits:

We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Paid Time Off

  • 401(k) Plan

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account

  • STD, Life, LTD and AD&D

  • Recognition Program

  • Education Assistance

  • Commuter Benefits

  • Family Support Programs

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com.

What are you waiting for? Apply today!

All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work. To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management.

Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. (Know Your Rights & Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision)

Discover complies with federal, state, and local laws applicable to qualified individuals with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, to complete an application, and/or to participate in an interview, please email [email protected]. Any information you provide regarding your accommodation needs will be kept confidential and will only be used to determine and provide necessary accommodation.