Numisma Bank · 3 days ago
VP - Financial Crimes - Spanish Required
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Responsibilities
Oversee the implementation of best-in-class financial crimes and compliance programs, including AML, Sanctions, Anti Bribery and Corruption (ABC), and Conflict Resolution as part of the bank’s Risk and Compliance function.
Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, such as BSA/OFAC, and assist in updating compliance policies and procedures.
Oversee the bank’s programs for effective Client and Third-Party Risk Management, including Customer Identification Programs (CIP), Customer Due Diligence (CDD), vendor risk assessments, Transaction Monitoring, and Sanctions/PEP/Adverse Media screening.
Support the bank’s Operational Risk Management program, including Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA), monitoring and reviewing controls, and managing Fraud Risk.
Deploy, test, support and finetune the technology platforms and oversight mechanisms for the the programs and related controls
Provide support in regulatory inquiries, board presentations, and ensure the robust global delivery of the second line of defense control function.
Support the bank’s governance mechanisms by enabling the administration of various committees, their charters and meetings.
Promote a risk-centric culture through training and educational initiatives
Collaborate with executive management to execute the bank’s global business model.
Qualification
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Required
Experience with LATAM jurisdictions, related regulatory frameworks, and related entity types.
Bachelor’s degree with 5-12 years of relevant compliance experience, preferably within a banking environment.
Prior experience in Financial Crimes is a strong advantage
Proven experience in vetting and performing KYC (Know Your Customer) for Foreign Financial Institutions.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, startup environment with flexibility and adaptability.
Strong project management skills and the ability to multitask under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Strong orientation to ethical values and a compliance culture
Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Dynamic and strategic; a problem solver who possesses excellent critical thinking, planning, and organizational skills.
'Do-er’; prioritizes execution and getting things done.
Strong analytical and critical reasoning skills; has the ability to research and analyze data to support business decisions.
Superior verbal and written communication skills: an active listener with the ability to communicate complex information in simple terms to senior professionals, clients, and key stakeholders.
Strong Microsoft Office skills.
Strong business acumen: one who is naturally curious and engaged about the entire operations of the bank.
Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks within a deadline-oriented and fast paced environment.
Sensible and reliable with a demeanor that embraces collaboration; one who is willing to state opinions in a transparent, non-confrontational, but respectful manner, combined with the courage of their own convictions.
Embrace a culture of continuous growth and development.
Genuine in character along with solid interpersonal skills combined with passion, commitment, creativity, intellectual honesty, and humility (i.e., doesn’t purport to possess all the answers, but competent and willing to find the answers).
Long-term relationship builder (“good EQ”) along with the personality and approachability to develop and maintain rapport with internal team and external parties.
Preferred
Fluent in Spanish, with a preference for Portuguese as well
ACAMS certification (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) preferred
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision benefits