CIBC US · 17 hours ago
Director of AML Transformation, Delivery and Insights
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$175K/yr - $200K/yr
10+ years expCIBC is a relationship-oriented bank focused on modern banking solutions. The Director of AML Transformation, Delivery, and Insights will oversee US AML systems, lead teams in compliance and data analytics, and collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance AML capabilities and ensure regulatory compliance.
BankingFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Senior Director of TDI, this role provides oversight of US AML systems for transaction monitoring, screening, and customer risk rating
The Director also supports the AML data strategy, business architecture, analytics, and business intelligence, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence
The successful candidate will lead teams of compliance professionals and data specialists, and will collaborate with senior leadership, technology partners, and external vendors to deliver innovative AML solutions
Acting in partnership with, and as a deputy to, the US AML TDI Senior Director, the successful candidate will help lead and support the following initiatives:
Modernize the US AML transaction monitoring environment, including the deployment and tuning of new AML rules, and the assessment and implementation of advanced analytics, machine learning, entity resolution and other future-state solutions
Modernize the US AML screening program for Sanctions and politically exposed person (PEP) screening, payment, customer other types of screening, including tuning screening systems and deploying advanced analytics and machine learning to improve alert management
Oversee the integration of AML systems, data analytics, business intelligence to enhance detection capabilities and customer insights, including customer risk rating and due diligence applications
Oversee the integration of technologies such as business intelligence and visualization to help develop an effective investigations dataset and environment
Manage and develop the TDI team, including business analysts, data analysts, business technology specialists, and compliance professionals, both directly and indirectly
Liaise with external technology vendors and internal partners to ensure robust and effective solutions
Develop and enhance governance and escalation frameworks, ensuring timely communication and resolution of emerging issues
Engage with regulators, auditors, and internal assurance teams to coordinate AML-related examinations, audits, and responses to issues
Conduct detailed data analysis, scenario maintenance, and optimization of transaction monitoring rules to mitigate money laundering and terrorist financing risks
Maintain structured documentation to satisfy audit, compliance, and regulatory requirements
Apply advanced statistical and analytical techniques to build and maintain effective transaction monitoring, screening, and customer risk rating models
Assess risk appropriately when making business decisions, safeguarding the organization, clients, and assets by ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 10 years of experience in AML technology and analytics within banking/financial services, with proven expertise in transaction monitoring, modern AML detection technologies, screening solutions, and risk rating platforms
More than 8 years of experience in analytics environments
Expert knowledge of Python, SQL, and R
Expert experience with AML system including LexisNexis Bridger, SAS Viya, and FIS Prime
Experience with query optimization, debugging, and automation
Ability to apply statistical techniques and data mining tools to address business challenges
Strong experience with visualization and business intelligence applications and tools
Experience analyzing data for the purpose of provide undefined insights
Demonstrated ability to lead and influence diverse teams and collaborate across functions within organizations
Experience managing competing priorities and driving initiatives to resolution with senior stakeholders
Experience working with internal and external control functions and regulators, particularly in banking and AML
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex problems and solutions to diverse audiences
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable to changing priorities
Demonstrated analytical thought leadership and innovation in data science applications
Bachelor's Degree required
Preferred
Master's Degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field preferred
AML Certification (e.g., ACAMS) preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Life Insurance
Disability
Other Insurance Plans
Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave and Vacation)
Holidays
401(k)
MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program
Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development
Company
CIBC US
CIBC US provides tailored commercial and personal banking services, private banking, wealth management and small business financial solutions.
1001-5000 employees
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