What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Anti-Money Laundering Compliance position at SEI1GLOBAL?
SEI is a leading global provider of investment processing, investment management, and investment operations solutions. Our mission is to build brave futures for our clients, communities, and ourselves. We value collaboration, creativity, and the courage to unlock opportunities that help us realize our fullest potential. We take pride in caring for our employees and clients, understanding the importance of integrating work and life to achieve fulfillment.
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Director of Anti-Money Laundering (‘AML’) to oversee various AML initiatives including, SEI’s transfer agent business, servicing both traditional and alternative investments. This role will be responsible for designing and implementing policies, procedures, and internal controls to prevent, detect, and mitigate violations of applicable money laundering, terrorist financing, and related legislation.
What you will do:
Oversee the delivery and execution of a Retail Transfer Agent (TA) AML Compliance Programs
Help guide the maintenance of the enterprise and subsidiary AML programs, policies, and procedures to achieve compliance with applicable regulations
Ensure effective systems and controls are in place to manage and minimize the risk of money laundering and terrorist financing
Collaborate with and provide direction to business leaders and compliance colleagues on issues related to AML, sanctions, and anti-corruption laws and regulations
Support the optimization of AML related technology relationships used for screening and transactional surveillance activities, customer due diligence, sanctions screening, and suspicious activity and money movement surveillance
Act as the point of contact with US-based supervisory and regulatory authorities for AML, sanctions, and anti-bribery and corruption compliance matters
Report to Boards of Directors regarding matters related to AML, sanctions, and anti-bribery compliance issues
Conduct and document the annual AML/CFT risk assessment
Appropriately manage client, regulator, and senior management expectations
Consult and work on annual training for AML, Anti-bribery and corruption and identity theft
Support New Business & Product Growth – Partner with business and technology leaders to engage Compliance at the right inflection points with a bias for speed and execution, while maintaining SEI’s strong control environment
What we need from you:
Strong leadership abilities and the capacity to effectively communicate and collaborate with senior leaders.
Comfortable as a manager of people and management responsibilities.
Strategic problem solver with a strong understanding of regulatory requirements and the ability to implement innovative technology solutions
Understanding of global financial services, including comprehensive understanding of AML, sanctions, and regulations as they apply to banking, securities, transfer agencies, and administrative financial services
Critical thinking and high-quality written/presentational skills
Ability to manage and plan for multiple deadlines across competing priorities
Experience with AML programs in financial services, including but not limited to transfer agents, or other related sectors.
AML compliance or related financial crimes experience or comparable experience at a law firm, regulatory agency, financial institution, major consulting firm, or in law enforcement
Certifications such as ACAMS, CFE, or CAFP are preferred, but equivalent experience will also be considered.
Attributes we value:
Hardworking
Smart
Effective
Solution-Oriented
Team Player
High Integrity/Ethics
Good Communicator/Listener
Sound Judgment
Dedicated to Self-Improvement
Self-Aware
Open-Minded
Thoughtful
SEI’s competitive advantage:
To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including comprehensive care for your physical and mental well-being, a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, a hybrid working environment for most roles, support for working parents and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.
Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription, wellness, EAP, FSA), life and disability insurance (premiums paid for base coverage), 401(k) match, education assistance, commuter benefits, up to 11 paid holidays/year, 21 days PTO/year pro-rated for new hires which increases over time, paid parental leave, back-up childcare arrangements, paid volunteer days, a discounted stock purchase plan, investment options, access to thriving employee networks and more.
We are a technology and asset management company delivering on our promise of building brave futures (SM)—for our clients, our communities, and ourselves. Come build your brave future at SEI.
SEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and so much more…
After over 50 years in business, SEI remains a leading global provider of investment processing, investment management, and investment operations solutions. Reflecting our experience within financial services and financial technology our offices encompass an open floor plan and numerous art installations designed to encourage innovation and creativity in our workforce. We recognize that our people are our most valuable asset and that a healthy, happy, and motivated workforce is key to our continued growth. At SEI, we’re (literally) invested in your success. We offer our employees paid parental leave, back-up childcare arrangements, paid volunteer days, education assistance and access to thriving employee networks.
SEI is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Director of Anti-Money Laundering (‘AML’) to oversee various AML initiatives including, SEI’s transfer agent business, servicing both traditional and alternative investments. This role will be responsible for designing and implementing policies, procedures, and internal controls to prevent, detect, and mitigate violations of applicable money laundering, terrorist financing, and related legislation.
What you will do:
Oversee the delivery and execution of a Retail Transfer Agent (TA) AML Compliance Programs
Help guide the maintenance of the enterprise and subsidiary AML programs, policies, and procedures to achieve compliance with applicable regulations
Ensure effective systems and controls are in place to manage and minimize the risk of money laundering and terrorist financing
Collaborate with and provide direction to business leaders and compliance colleagues on issues related to AML, sanctions, and anti-corruption laws and regulations
Support the optimization of AML related technology relationships used for screening and transactional surveillance activities, customer due diligence, sanctions screening, and suspicious activity and money movement surveillance
Act as the point of contact with US-based supervisory and regulatory authorities for AML, sanctions, and anti-bribery and corruption compliance matters
Report to Boards of Directors regarding matters related to AML, sanctions, and anti-bribery compliance issues
Conduct and document the annual AML/CFT risk assessment
Appropriately manage client, regulator, and senior management expectations
Consult and work on annual training for AML, Anti-bribery and corruption and identity theft
Support New Business & Product Growth – Partner with business and technology leaders to engage Compliance at the right inflection points with a bias for speed and execution, while maintaining SEI’s strong control environment
What we need from you:
Strong leadership abilities and the capacity to effectively communicate and collaborate with senior leaders.
Comfortable as a manager of people and management responsibilities.
Strategic problem solver with a strong understanding of regulatory requirements and the ability to implement innovative technology solutions
Understanding of global financial services, including comprehensive understanding of AML, sanctions, and regulations as they apply to banking, securities, transfer agencies, and administrative financial services
Critical thinking and high-quality written/presentational skills
Ability to manage and plan for multiple deadlines across competing priorities
Experience with AML programs in financial services, including but not limited to transfer agents, or other related sectors.
AML compliance or related financial crimes experience or comparable experience at a law firm, regulatory agency, financial institution, major consulting firm, or in law enforcement
Certifications such as ACAMS, CFE, or CAFP are preferred, but equivalent experience will also be considered.
Attributes we value:
Hardworking
Smart
Effective
Solution-Oriented
Team Player
High Integrity/Ethics
Good Communicator/Listener
Sound Judgment
Dedicated to Self-Improvement
Self-Aware
Open-Minded
Thoughtful
SEI’s competitive advantage:
To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including comprehensive care for your physical and mental well-being, a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, a hybrid working environment for most roles, support for working parents and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.
Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription, wellness, EAP, FSA), life and disability insurance (premiums paid for base coverage), 401(k) match, education assistance, commuter benefits, up to 11 paid holidays/year, 21 days PTO/year pro-rated for new hires which increases over time, paid parental leave, back-up childcare arrangements, paid volunteer days, a discounted stock purchase plan, investment options, access to thriving employee networks and more.
We are a technology and asset management company delivering on our promise of building brave futures (SM)—for our clients, our communities, and ourselves. Come build your brave future at SEI.
SEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and so much more…
After over 50 years in business, SEI remains a leading global provider of investment processing, investment management, and investment operations solutions. Reflecting our experience within financial services and financial technology our offices encompass an open floor plan and numerous art installations designed to encourage innovation and creativity in our workforce. We recognize that our people are our most valuable asset and that a healthy, happy, and motivated workforce is key to our continued growth. At SEI, we’re (literally) invested in your success. We offer our employees paid parental leave, back-up childcare arrangements, paid volunteer days, education assistance and access to thriving employee networks.
SEI is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
