AML Compliance Team Lead - KYC

At BBH, Partnership is more than a form of ownership—it’s our approach to business and relationships. We know that supporting your professional and personal goals is the best way to help our clients and advance our business. We take that responsibility seriously. With a 200-year legacy and a shared passion for what’s next, this is the right place to build a fulfilling career. As an AML Compliance Associate, you will be part of the Global Financial Crimes Compliance Team and perform functions related to BBH’s Know Your Customer (KYC) program. You will be responsible for conducting internal reviews of possible violations of the Bank Secrecy Act, USA PATRIOT Act and all matters related to potential financial crimes, inclusive of money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud and other securities and transactional-related activity. The successful candidate will assist in conducting appropriate due diligence and sanctions alert reviews. In addition, you will support senior staff in performing various global AML, KYC, securities and sanctions compliance responsibilities and various ad hoc project related work. Key responsibilities include: Responsible for managing a team of analysts who are tasked with reviewing screening alerts for potential negative news and/or Politically Exposed Persons Review escalations from analysts, providing feedback for edits or approving the outcome and language of the alert. Conduct Compliance to Compliance calls with clients regarding their AML/CFT and Sanctions program, and draft memos regarding these discussions Escalating matters to KYC and GFCC Management as appropriate. Supports preparation of documentation on compliance problems Provide reports/metrics to KYC and GFCC Management, as well as local Money Laundering Reporting Officers Assist with the annual AML risk assessment by testing adherence to the AML policy and procedures by the lines of businesses (LOB) Assist with Internal Audit and external regulatory exams, coordinating and providing responses to examination finding and managing remediations Proactively identify trends in recurring compliance violations and inquiries and collaborate with other team members to improve compliance procedures and processes, education materials and forms Work with LOB relationship managers to clarify relevant party details when necessary Ensure that daily work is completed in accordance with defined procedures, while using judgment to ask questions on areas the procedures do not cover Assist with ad-hoc projects Ensure timely completion of all mandatory training requirements May advise line managers and establish procedures for compliance related activities Communicate compliance requirements and regulatory orders in both written and oral format to management Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent work experience 6+ years of Financial Services or Banking industry experience, specifically in AML and KYC Possess an understanding of applicable U.S. laws, such as the Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act, US Treasury AML guidelines, OFAC requirements, a plus. Knowledge of FircoSoft or related screening systems strongly preferred. Progressive attitude to work, with a view to continuous improvement Ability to see through gray areas and assess AML-related risks Ability to liaise across departments/functions as needed for research and analysis Ability to identify, recommend and implement improvements to existing processes Fluency in English is mandatory Good knowledge of standard MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Strong analytical and research/investigative skills Ability to communicate professionally through effective verbal and written skills Demonstrates respect and values diversity of ideas Good organizational skills and detail-oriented Fosters team spirit Demonstrates flexibility Proactive self-starter who is goal oriented What We Offer: A collaborative environment that enables you to step outside your role to add value wherever you can Direct access to clients, information and experts across all business areas around the world Opportunities to grow your expertise, take on new challenges, and reinvent yourself—without leaving the firm A culture of inclusion that values each employee’s unique perspective High-quality benefits program emphasizing good health, financial security, and peace of mind Rewarding work with the flexibility to enjoy personal and family experiences at every career stage Volunteer opportunities to give back to your community and help transform the lives of others Salary Range: $110,000 - $150,000 We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state or local law.

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