About Us
At Wells Fargo, we are a leading financial services company that has been serving our customers for over 160 years. With a presence in over 35 countries and a diverse range of products and services, we are committed to helping our customers achieve their financial goals. Our company culture is built on a foundation of integrity, respect, and a passion for innovation. We believe in the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Financial Crimes Associate Manager to join our International Investigations Team. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in implementing and maintaining an effective financial crimes program that complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and regulatory expectations. Your expertise will be essential in identifying, preventing, detecting, investigating, and recovering from financial crimes activity, as well as ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements such as the Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering, Counter-Terrorist Financing, and Global Sanctions.
Key Responsibilities
As a Financial Crimes Associate Manager, your key responsibilities will include:
- Supervising entry to mid-level roles in transactional or tactical less complex tasks and processes to ensure timely completion, quality, and compliance
- Managing the implementation of procedures, controls, analytics, and trend analysis to ensure identification, prevention, execution, detection, investigation, recovery, government, and internal reporting of financial crimes activity
- Maintaining awareness of financial crimes activity companywide and ensuring all issues are proactively addressed and escalated where necessary
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements such as the Bank Secrecy Act, USA PATRIOT Act, and FACTA
- Identifying opportunities for process improvement and risk control development in less complex functions
- Managing a risk-based financial crimes program or functional area with low to moderate risk and complexity
- Leading the implementation of multiple complex initiatives with low to moderate risk
- Making supervisory and tactical decisions and resolving issues related to team supervision, work allocation, and daily operations under the direction of functional area management
- Leveraging interpretation of policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
- Collaborating and consulting with peers, colleagues, and managers
- Ensuring coordination with team, line of business, other business units, Audit, and regulators on risk-related topics
- Managing the allocation of people and financial resources for Financial Crimes
- Mentoring and guiding talent development of direct reports and assisting in hiring talent
Essential Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need to possess the following essential qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in Financial Crimes, Operational Risk, Fraud, Sanctions, Anti-Bribery, Corruption, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of work experience, training, military experience, or education
- 1+ years of leadership experience
Desired Qualifications
While not essential, the following qualifications would be highly desirable:
- 2 years of International Anti-Money Laundering Investigations experience
- 1 or more years of experience providing leadership to a Financial Crimes Investigations team
- Experience reviewing and writing SARs
- Experience reviewing wire activity with corresponding bank relationships
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) skills
- Strong presentation skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy skills
- Ability to think strategically, implement, and deliver business objectives
- Ability to influence across all organizational levels, particularly senior management
- Knowledge and understanding of analytical methods used to reconcile, interpret, and present results
- Ability to manage complex projects in a large enterprise environment
- Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to execute in a fast-paced, high-demand environment while balancing multiple priorities
- A BS/BA degree or higher
Skills and Competencies
To succeed in this role, you will need to possess the following skills and competencies:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy skills
- Ability to think strategically and implement business objectives
- Strong leadership and management skills
- Ability to influence across all organizational levels
- Knowledge and understanding of financial crimes regulations and laws
- Ability to manage complex projects and prioritize tasks
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
At Wells Fargo, we are committed to helping our employees grow and develop their careers. As a Financial Crimes Associate Manager, you will have access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including:
- Training and development programs to enhance your skills and knowledge
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth
- Access to industry-leading tools and technologies
- Collaboration with experienced professionals and subject matter experts
- Opportunities to work on high-profile projects and initiatives
Work Environment and Company Culture
As a Financial Crimes Associate Manager, you will be part of a dynamic and collaborative team that is passionate about making a difference in the financial services industry. Our company culture is built on a foundation of integrity, respect, and a passion for innovation. We believe in the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed.
Compensation, Perks, and BenefitsCompensation, Perks, and Benefits
As a Financial Crimes Associate Manager at Wells Fargo, you can expect a competitive salary and a range of benefits and perks that will support your personal and professional growth. These may include:
- A competitive salary that reflects your experience and qualifications
- A comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance
- A 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options
- Access to industry-leading tools and technologies
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment
- A range of employee recognition and reward programs
Why Join Us?
At Wells Fargo, we are committed to making a positive impact in the financial services industry. As a Financial Crimes Associate Manager, you will have the opportunity to work on high-profile projects and initiatives that will help shape the future of our company. You will also have access to a range of learning and development opportunities that will support your personal and professional growth.
Are You the One We're Looking For?
If you believe you have what it takes to succeed as a Financial Crimes Associate Manager at Wells Fargo, we encourage you to submit your application without delay. We are keen to hear from talented candidates like you who are passionate about making a difference in the financial services industry.
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