AML Regulatory Reporting Oversight - Fraud SAR Lead - C13 VP

The Compliance AML Intel Officer is a strategic professional who stays abreast of developments within own field and contributes to directional strategy by considering their application in own job and the business. Recognized technical authority for an area within the business. Requires basic commercial awareness. There are typically multiple people within the business that provide the same level of subject matter expertise. Developed communication and diplomacy skills are required in order to guide, influence and convince others, in particular colleagues in other areas and occasional external customers. Significant impact on the area through complex deliverables. Provides advice and counsel related to the technology or operations of the business. Work impacts an entire area, which eventually affects the overall performance and effectiveness of the sub-function/job family.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze and proactively identify risks and new AML/Fraud concerns. Review recent news, court documents, and public/private sector white papers.
• Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets; review computer reports, printouts, and performance indicators to locate and correct code problems.
• Gather raw data from prior AML/Fraud Investigations, subpoenas, and prior escalations to detect trends and “connect the dots” amongst disparate data sets. Interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports; present data in charts, graphs, tables, design and develop relational databases for collecting data and building or designing data input/data collection screens.
• Identify and research high risk areas / typologies and trigger events for risk severity and sensitivity evaluation.
• Work collaboratively to analyze and review typologies to establish review processes.
• Utilize pertinent information to write clear and concise summary on the findings of the investigation to advise senior management on next steps.
• Make recommendations to senior management on next course of action – either relationship retention or termination and, when warranted, prepare Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs)
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• AML Certification
• 6-10 years prior work experience in a financial institution with job specific work experience in AML/Fraud

Education:

• Bachelor’s/University degree, Master’s degree preferred

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Analyze large sets of data from various source systems across different functions of the bank with the ability to apply quantitative and qualitative data analysis methods
• Identify relationships and trends in data, as well as any factors that could affect the results of research. Escalate identified risks and sensitive areas in terms of methodology and processes.
• Communicate the data driven observations and analysis performed to various levels of stakeholders across the function
• Question and validate assumptions of the data with the appropriate points of contacts, coordinating with data providers and stakeholders if more information is required beyond the data available
• Validate the data being utilized to identify data quality issues (if any), and work with technology/stakeholders to address them
• Analyze and interpret data reports, draw conclusions and make recommendations answering specific business needs using business intelligence tools (e.g, MicroStrategy and Tableau)
• Generate new ideas, concepts and models to improve methods of obtaining and evaluating quantitative and qualitative data

Additional Qualifications:

• 5+ years relevant professional experience, preferably in support of large banks and compliance programs reviewing data sets and providing analytical summaries
• 5+ years' experience in the investigation and filing of suspicious activity reports (SARs)
• Subject matter expertise in Data Analysis along with extensive advanced analytical programming techniques
• Fluency in Python /SAS and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to manipulate data using SQL or equivalent
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong critical thinking for insights and solutions, including those that are self-identified
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex problems and solutions through concise and clear messaging
• Ability to work collaboratively with cluster and global partners in other functional units; ability to navigate a complex organization; to influence and lead people across cultures at a senior level.
• Knowledge of the local/regional laws and regulations applicable to anti-money laundering a plus

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In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

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