Wells Fargo · 1 day ago
AML Risk Officer (contract)
Charlotte, NC
Contract
Hybrid
Director/ExecutiveWells Fargo is seeking a seasoned Financial Crimes AML Program professional with extensive experience in designing, building, and enhancing AML program frameworks within large financial institutions. The role involves leading program governance and defining a long-term AML program vision while ensuring compliance with regulatory expectations.
BankingFinancial ServicesFinTechInsurancePayments
No H1B
Responsibilities
Deep knowledge of AML regulations, including BSA, USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC, FinCEN guidance, FATF standards, and global regulatory expectations
Extensive experience designing and enhancing enterprise-wide AML program frameworks for large financial institutions
Proven ability to lead program governance, including policies, procedures, risk assessments, controls, and oversight structures
Ability to translate regulatory findings into effective remediation strategies and sustainable program improvements
Ability to define and implement a long-term AML program vision, ensuring scalability, modernization, and alignment with regulatory expectations
Expertise building governance frameworks, including operating models, decisioning structures, and ownership matrices
Skilled at identifying emerging financial crime risks and proactively designing future‑ready program enhancements
Strong understanding of enterprise risk management disciplines (RCSA, control testing, issues management, metrics/monitoring)
Ability to oversee and strengthen AML controls, standards, and monitoring routines
Experience leading complex, multi‑stakeholder initiatives requiring alignment across multiple lines of business
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to brief senior and executive leadership
Working knowledge of AML systems, data, and analytics, including transaction monitoring platforms, alerting models, and case management tools
Comfort overseeing technology modernization efforts and control‑automation strategies
Proven ability to lead large-scale program uplift efforts, including redesigning frameworks, processes, and governance routines
Skilled in implementing sustainable enhancements, ensuring adoption through training, communications, and performance routines
Qualification
Required
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
Extensive expertise in Financial Crimes, Operational Risk, Fraud, Sanctions, Anti-Bribery, and Corruption, or equivalent experience
Proven ability to interpret, develop, implement, and maintain AML‑related financial‑crimes program requirements
Demonstrated success in designing, leading, and executing financial‑crimes risk‑management initiatives
Strong understanding of financial‑crimes regulatory expectations and industry best practices within large banking or consumer‑lending environments
Ability to collaborate effectively across diverse business groups and multiple levels of leadership
Skilled in interpreting policies and procedures for functions with moderate to high complexity and risk exposure
Demonstrated capability in synthesizing complex information and producing clear, concise executive‑level summaries
Strong execution mindset with a focus on delivering results, improving processes, and advancing strategic change
Active Certified Anti‑Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) and/or Wells Fargo AML/Sanctions Credential
Benefits
Health Insurance
Life insurance
401K
Voluntary Benefits
Company
Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo & Company is a financial services firm that provides banking, insurance, investments, and mortgage services.
Founded in 1852
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-10-06IPO
Leadership Team
Charlie Scharf
CEO
Fernando Rivas
CEO of Corporate & Investment Banking
Recent News
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