• KYC Operations Manager

    Robert Half Management Resources (Newark, DE)


    Description

    KYC Operations Manager

    A client of ours is looking for a KYC Operations Manager for a contract role to lead and enhance our Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) compliance programs including KYC, CDD, EDD, OFAC, CTR, and SAR. This senior role requires a strategic thinker with deep regulatory knowledge and proven leadership in BSA/AML operations, ideally in a complex and technology-driven banking environment.

     

    Responsibilities of KYC Operations Manager

     

    + Lead and manage day-to-day KYC/BSA operations and drive process improvement and automation initiatives.

    + Oversee regulatory compliance for KYC, CDD, EDD, OFAC, CTR, and SAR requirements.

    + Manage and mentor teams conducting KYC reviews, risk assessments, and anomaly investigations.

    + Identify and implement enhancements in KYC/EDD systems and review workflows.

    + Coordinate audit responses and escalation procedures related to high-risk clients or suspicious activity.

    + Drive cross-department collaboration and represent BSA functions in enterprise-wide projects.

    Requirements

    Skills/Qualifications of KYC Operations Manager

     

    + Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.

    + 10+ years in banking services or a related field, with at least 5 years in a supervisory role.

    + 7+ years of experience in BSA/AML compliance, with in-depth knowledge of the USA PATRIOT Act, KYC, CDD, EDD, and OFAC regulations.

    + Strong understanding of bank compliance procedures, criminal law, and forensic accounting.

    + Proven experience leading complex financial investigations and AML initiatives.

    + Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) and/or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) preferred.

    + Skilled in analyzing complex situations, making informed decisions, and communicating effectively across teams.

    + Proficient with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.

    + Preferred experience in AML transformation, client lifecycle management, and AML/KYC technology implementation.

    + Familiarity with AML/Fraud technology vendors and regulatory compliance platforms is a plus.

    + Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with a proactive and collaborative approach

     

    If you are interested in this role, please contact our team at 302.985.5173 for additional information and reference JO#00800-0013264792

     

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