Manager Financial Intel Services Senior

MANAGER FINANCIAL INTEL SERVICES SENIOR

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?

Management and accountability of the Bank's Financial Crimes Compliance (FCC) department responsible for the bank's OFAC and transaction monitoring (TM) solutions as a critical function within the detection and prevention control environment. This Senior Manager will drive bank's transaction monitoring and OFAC enterprise solution strategy, including introducing advanced analytics, rationalizing use of various detection monitoring and interdiction tools, in compliance with FinCEN red flags, conducting annual product/service coverage assessments, and overseeing data analysis and rules optimization.Senior Manager will require the interpersonal skills to conduct cross-functional collaboration and communication with technology, business colleagues, compliance and parent company, RBC, risk management at all levels of management for the purposes of developing, improving and maintaining the Bank's FCC Detection and Prevention program. Duties including ensuring the bank's TM coverage comply with FinCEN regulatory requirements/red flags, data used in AML systems/tools are complete and accurate, rules are tuned and tested periodically, and models and documentation meet bank Model Risk Management requirements. Sr Manager shall work with Technology and Innovation and BSA Financial Intelligence teams to set the priority of transaction monitoring rules/segments require tuning and testing for optimal performance. Sr Manager will have the opportunity to explore use of Artificial Intelligence tools, such as Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing, to further enhance and target detection scenarios and risk themes. Regarding OFAC solutions, manager shall be responsible for keeping current U.S. and Canadian sanctions lists and any other applicable prohibited lists in accordance with bank requirements. Manager will oversee OFAC system scores' tuning and testing, annual system validations, and model documentation. Working with OFAC Program stakeholders, the Sr Manager will also be able to influence, rationalize and improve OFAC solutions in use at the bank. Sr. Manager will be responsible for direct oversight of vendors in use at the bank to carry out all necessary TM and OFAC system responsibilities.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Design and enhance best-in-class AML compliance transaction monitoring and OFAC practices, leveraging industry best practices and advanced industry tools to detect and prevent financial crimes.
• Support financial crimes and OFAC investigations processes to meet regulatory reporting timeframes through workflow efficiencies.
• Accountability for the governance (e.g., completeness and accuracy) of data used on AML systems and tools.
• Manage staff with model documentation and rules/score tuning analysis, and identify areas of efficiency improvements.
• Develop data-driven insights for effective and concise management reporting to diverse stakeholders.
• Oversees new model creation and optimization of existing models in use for risk management.
• Programming languages and experience with Artificial Intelligence solutions a plus.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• Minimum 10 years in a leadership role within AML/BSA function and/or with financial industry companies
• Minimum 5 years of the Bank Secrecy Act (AML/KYC), USA Patriot Act (Anti-Terrorist Financing, correspondent banking and Customer Identification Program) and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree, such as MBA or JD is preferred with 10 years or more equivalent experience
• Experience in working with, assessing, validating, designing, or managing various risk management, automated monitoring tools, and AML transaction surveillance systems.
• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (ACAMS)/Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)/Certified AML and/or Fraud Professional (CAFP) is preferred.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of Bank personnel
• Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail and follow-up skills

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Compensation

Starting base salary: $127,626 - $237,014 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.

Benefits and Perks

At City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues including:

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, available the first of the month following start date
• Generous 401(k) company matching contribution
• Career Development through Tuition Reimbursement and other internal upskilling and training resources
• Valued Time Away benefits including vacation, sick and volunteer time
• Specialized health and family planning benefits including fertility benefits, and cancer, diabetes and musculoskeletal support programs
• Career Mobility support from a dedicated recruitment team
• Colleague Resource Groups to support networking and community engagement

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ABOUT US

Since day one we've always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and communities flourish. City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues today. City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America’s leading diversified financial services companies. To learn more about City National and our dynamic company culture, visit us at About Us .

INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

City National Bank fosters an inclusive environment where all forms of diversity are valued and leveraged to make us a better company and employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other basis protected by law.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
*Represents basic qualifications for the position. To be considered for this position, you must at least meet the required qualifications. careers.cnb.com accepts applications on an ongoing basis, until filled.

Unless otherwise indicated as fully remote, reporting into a designated City National location is an essential function of the job.

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