Senior Compliance Officer

OverviewA regulated international banking institution is seeking a Senior Compliance Officer to help lead its AML/OFAC and Corporate Compliance programs. This individual will play a key role in maintaining a strong compliance framework, supporting regulatory examinations, overseeing risk assessments, and ensuring the organization operates in accordance with U.S. banking regulations and industry best practices.This role combines financial crimes compliance leadership with broader bank regulatory compliance governance and requires interaction with senior leadership, internal audit, and regulators.Key ResponsibilitiesProgram OversightAssist in managing the Bank's AML, sanctions, and enterprise compliance programsEnhance compliance frameworks to address regulatory changes and evolving risksIdentify gaps and drive program improvements and efficienciesRisk Assessment & TestingLead development and updates of AML/OFAC and compliance risk assessmentsEvaluate inherent risks, controls, and residual risk exposureConduct or oversee compliance testing and control reviewsPolicies & GovernanceDevelop and maintain compliance-related policies and proceduresSupport governance forums and compliance committee reportingPrepare materials and documentation for senior management and board-level oversightRegulatory EngagementSupport regulatory examinations and information requestsServe as a key point of contact for compliance-related regulatory mattersProvide independent reporting to governance bodies as requiredTraining & AdvisoryDevelop and administer compliance training programsProvide ongoing guidance to staff and stakeholders on compliance requirementsRespond to internal and external compliance-related inquiriesFinancial Crimes LeadershipSupport oversight of transaction monitoring and sanctions screening frameworksContribute to model tuning, validation, and system effectiveness initiativesAssist with suspicious activity reporting governancePeople ManagementHelp supervise and develop a team of compliance professionalsProvide mentorship, performance feedback, and technical guidanceQualifications7+ years of compliance experience within a regulated financial institutionStrong knowledge of BSA/AML, OFAC, and U.S. banking regulationsExperience supporting regulatory exams and interacting with regulatorsBackground in compliance risk assessments and program testingExperience with transaction monitoring and sanctions screening systemsPrior management or team leadership experience preferredStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsPreferred BackgroundExperience in banking, capital markets, or institutional financial servicesExposure to global compliance frameworksFamiliarity with financial crimes systems and screening tools