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AML Compliance Team Lead - KYC

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# **AML Compliance Team Lead - KYC**## at### **Description**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. These include enhancing KYC processes with evolving regulatory expectations in all regions where BBH contracts with customers, maintaining and updating KYC policies and procedures, providing advice to the Front Office on KYC-related matters, working with Systems and other stakeholders to enhance KYC onboarding and negative news screening systems, coordinating and providing responses related to external exams and Internal Audits, and assisting in conducting Compliance reviews of underlying clients. If you are looking to push your career to the next level, introduce yourself by submitting your resume. 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 BBH’s compensation program includes base salary, discretionary bonuses, and profit-sharing. The anticipated base salary range(s) shown above are only for the indicated location(s) and may differ in other locations due to cost of living and labor considerations. Base salaries may vary based on factors such as skill, experience and qualification for the role. BBH's total rewards package recognizes your contributions with more than just a paycheck—providing you with benefits that enhance your experience at BBH from long-term savings, healthcare, and income protection to professional development opportunities and time off, our programs support your overall well-being. We value diverse experiences. We value diverse experiences and transferrable skillsets. If your career hasn’t followed a traditional path, includes alternative experiences, or doesn’t meet every qualification or skill listed in the job description, please do go ahead and apply. About BBH: Brown Brothers Harriman (BBH) is a premier global financial services firm, known for premium service, specialist expertise, technology solutions and partnership approach to client management. Across Investor Services and Capital Partners, we work with an enviable roster of sophisticated clients who make BBH their first call when they are tackling their hardest challenges. Delivering for our clients and each other energizes us. We believe that how we do our work is just as important as what we do. We are relentless problem solvers who know our best ideas come from collective debate and development—so we are never possessive about our ideas. Every day we come together as a diverse community of smart and caring people to deliver exceptional service and expert advice—creating success that lasts. No matter where you sit in the organization, everyone is empowered to contribute their ideas. BBHers can pick up the phone and call any colleague, and they are happy to help. Expanding your impact beyond your daily role is part of how we operate as trusted partners to one another. We believe stability is a competitive advantage, but being stable means having the knowledge, skill, and discipline to evolve, often—pushing the boundaries of innovation. As a private partnership, every investment we make is in the relationships, technologies, products and development we believe are in the long-term interests of our clients and our people. Our long-tenured leaders are experts in their areas and are actively involved in the day-to day business, taking the time to provide guidance and mentoring to build the next generation of BBHers. Because we know, our success begins with yours. Go to BBH.com to learn more about our rewards and benefits, philanthropy, approach to sustainability #J-18808-Ljbffr