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First Bank Chicago

Assistant Vice President/Assistant AML CFT Officer

First Bank Chicago, Northbrook, Illinois, us, 60065


This position reports to VP/AML/CFT Officer.

Basic Function

Responsible for working closely with the senior Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Officer to develop, administer and maintain an effective AML/CFT/Sanctions Compliance Program in accordance with applicable laws, guidelines and regulations.

Essential Duties

Work closely with the Banks senior AML/CFT Officer to perform, monitor and maintain specific aspects of the AML/CFT/Sanctions program, including:

Policy, program and risk assessments

Compliance monitoring

AML/CFT related fraud detection and monitoring process

Assist with management of internal and/or external audits and exams for AML/CFT/Sanctions related issues to ensure timely and accurate responses and remediation

Assist with annual AML/CFT/Sanctions training and supplemental training when applicable

AML/CFT/Sanctions Data Analysis:

Review and analyze data on Verafin

Disposition alerts and perform CDD reviews

File CTRs and participate in SAR review process

Assist with FinCEN E-Filing process

Perform regular AML/CFT/Sanctions monitoring activities

Assist with AML/CFT/Sanctions related projects and program enhancements

Review and confirm data file transfers daily to Anti-Money Laundering software

Rectify non-post items on ACH, ATM, Wires and Teller cash-ins or cash-outs

AML/CFT related Fraud Detection and Identity Theft Incidents:

Review and analyze AML/CFT related fraud alerts on Verafin

Assist with Fraud process implementation and review

Perform Fraud monitoring and reporting

Work with others pertaining to AML/CFT Fraud related incidents and Identity Theft related incidents to minimize impact to client(s) and protect client(s) from additional vulnerabilities

Additional Departmental Responsibilities:

Attend applicable regulatory training, seminars and conferences to maintain regulatory consumer compliance knowledge

Determine effects of AML/CFT/Sanctions laws and regulations on Bank policy, procedures, processes and risk assessments

Implement changes to Bank policy, procedures, and practices to ensure compliance with AML/CFT/Sanctions laws and regulations

Inform Bank management and lines of business regarding changes to Federal and State regulatory law

Attend the following meetings:

Fraud Stars Meetings

Compliance Committee Meetings in senior AML/CFT Officers absence

Meetings with various areas throughout the Bank to resolve AML/CFT/Sanctions issues

New Product, Service, Technology Meetings for new or changed product, service or technology that relate or impact AML/CFT/Sanctions

Nonessential Duties

Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Excellent research and analytical skills

Highly organized and capable of dealing with multiple duties/projects simultaneously

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Detail oriented with ability to work independently

Excellent teamwork, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills

Ability to think strategically and develop a detailed understanding of applicable products

Excellent knowledge of AML/CFT/Sanctions and Consumer Protection Regulations

Knowledge of Verafin software preferred

Knowledge of Fiserv Premier software preferred

Training & Experience

Bachelors degree in Economics, Finance, Business Management, related field or equivalent related experience

Prior financial services experience in a corporate services support role (Compliance, Audit, Risk, etc.) preferred

At least 5 years prior AML/CFT/Sanctions/Compliance experience

ACAMS/CRCM Certifications or progress toward preferred

Prior fraud detection and prevention experience helpful

Microsoft proficiency

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