AML Compliance Senior Associate

General Summary:

The BSA Compliance Associate will be responsible for supporting the bank’s BSA / AML Program. They will assist in performing day-to-day functional tasks related to ensuring Compliance with all applicable BSA/AML and OFAC rules and regulations in each business area; follow all procedures that will ensure the firm’s compliance with the applicable rules and regulations; and perform internal quality assurance as required.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for completing various functional tasks, including QC / QA reviews, related to the transaction monitoring and surveillance program.
• Review of alerts generated by the transaction monitoring system as well as case investigation, EDD, FinCEN 314(a), and Trade Finance reviews.
• Document and analyze error rates across multiple processes (alerts, investigations, EDDs, etc.) to provide trending and feedback reports to management.
• Develop and update AML team procedures as needed.
• Responsible for the drafting of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs), documenting decisions not to file SARs, and QC of SAR reports.
• Participate in compliance regulatory examinations, inquiries, and audits and support the drafting of responses and preparation of materials to requests as needed.
• Develop training decks and materials for targeted and general team training.
• Liaise with the business to discuss requests for information, customer risk tolerance reviews, and requirements for additional controls as needed.
• Contribute to transaction monitoring tuning efforts and the development of new scenarios based on identified risks.
• The AML Compliance Sr Associate will also work on special projects and assignments as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Graduate Degree in Law, Business, or other related areas is highly desirable.
• At least five years of experience in BSA/ AML.
• Must be a team player, be able to interface with Senior Management and exhibit a high level of professionalism.
• Must possess in depth technical knowledge of BSA / AML, USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC Sanctions compliance, Know Your Customer (KYC), and transaction monitoring review and reporting.
• Experience conducting company searches and use of resources such as LexisNexis and World-Check.
• Active Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) designation (preferred) or ability to acquire within 180 days of hire.
• Ability to read, write and speak Spanish is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of LATAM / Spain regions is highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently or with limited supervision on highly sensitive matters.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

With respect to this position in our Houston Office, the expected base salary ranges from $110,000 to $120,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

*Employment eligibility to work with BBVA in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions