JOB DESCRIPTION

Overview

THIS IS A REMOTE ROLE THAT MAY BE HIRED IN SEVERAL MARKETS ACROSS THE UNITED STATES

The Manager AML/CFT leads a team of associates responsible for ensuring compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Financing of Terrorism (CFT) regulations. This role involves overseeing daily operations, risk mitigation, regulatory reporting, and investigations, while also participating in broader compliance initiatives and fostering a strong compliance culture within the bank.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• AML/CFT Program Management & Oversight
• Manages a team of associates investigating/reviewing higher risk clients and suspicious activity, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Oversees implementation of necessary changes to business processes and systems according to regulations.
• Leads the review and execution of enterprise-wide AML/CFT initiatives.
• Implements strategies that improve internal controls and reduce risk.
• Risk Mitigation and AML/CFT Advisory
• Identifies AML/CFT risks associated with department processes.
• Maintains an ongoing internal control program aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Reviews policies, procedures, and systems; recommends risk-mitigating improvements.
• Provides consultative guidance and direction to business lines on AML/CFT matters.
• Personnel Management and Development
• Establishes and monitors team expectations to achieve company and department goals.
• Manages associate performance, training, and evaluation.
• Provides professional development opportunities for team members.
• Investigations, Due Diligence, and Reporting
• Leads and guides investigations of suspicious financial activity.
• Reviews client relationships involving multiple accounts and transaction types.
• Ensures correct and compliant filing of SARs and CTRs.
• Prepares reporting for risk management leaders.
  Qualifications
  Bachelor’s Degree and 4 years of experience in Compliance, Legal, Audit, Banking or other related experience OR High School Diploma or GED and 8 years of experience in Compliance, Legal, Audit, Banking or other related experience
  License or Certification Type: CAMS preferred
  Skill(s): Knowledge of internal controls design and performance, spreadsheets, and databases , Ability to interpret and analyze complex regulatory concepts , AML suspicious activity monitoring systems knowledge , Thorough understanding of Bank Operations, regulatory requirements, industry trends, and best practices , Ability to interpret complex regulations and devise logical solutions , Ability to influence, negotiate, and manage change
  This job posting is expected to remain active for 5 days from the initial posting date listed above. If it is necessary to extend this deadline, the posting will remain active as appropriate. Job postings may come down early due to business need or a high volume of applicants.
  The base pay for this position is generally between $98,000 and $150,000. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment.
  Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates.
  First Citizens Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military membership, application, or obligation, or any other legally protected status.
  Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act prohibits First Citizens Bank from employing individuals convicted of certain criminal offenses. Offers of employment will be contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
  The Bank is committed to maintaining a safe workplace free from the influence of prohibited drugs and the misuse of alcohol and will not tolerate any prohibited drug use or alcohol misuse that jeopardizes the safety of associates, customers or others at the workplace, or threatens the Bank’s operations or competitiveness.
  If you have a disability and need special assistance or accommodation to apply for employment at First Citizens Bank, please contact our Human Resources department at 888.716.7199 or email us at hrsc@firstcitizens.com.