Client Details
Our client is the New York branch of one of the world's largest financial institutions, operating as a key hub for providing comprehensive banking services, including corporate banking, trade finance, and treasury solutions. With a strong focus on compliance and regulatory adherence, the branch plays a vital role in supporting global business operations, particularly in areas like foreign exchange, lending, and cross-border transactions, while maintaining close ties to its headquarters and regional affiliates. The institution has a solid reputation for facilitating international trade and investment between the U.S. and Asia, leveraging its global reach and financial expertise.Description
The BSA/AML Risk Assessment Consultant will be responsible for:
- Assist in the design, implementation, and management of various Compliance Risk Assessments, such as BSA/AML, OFAC, Corporate Compliance, Fraud, and Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC).
- Identify potential risk factors and perform data analysis for the risk assessments.
- Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and other teams to identify relevant regulations for assessing inherent risks.
- Help develop and map internal controls and risk themes across business units.
- Organize and coordinate training sessions or workshops related to risk assessments.
- Provide support to Business Units in understanding and adhering to risk-related compliance requirements.
- Review and analyze risk assessment outcomes and prepare reports with findings, recommendations, and action plans.
- Liaise with vendors regarding risk assessment solution needs when required.
- Report identified risk issues to the Risk Assessment Officer.
Profile
The BSA/AML Risk Assessment Consultant should have the following background:
- Bachelor's Degree.
- Prior work experience in BSA/AML, Sanctions, Corporate Compliance, Fraud, and/or Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC) roles.
- Prior experience in a Risk Assessment support role.
- ACAMS, ACFCS, CFE, or similar certifications are preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Familiarity with BSA/AML, Sanctions, Corporate Compliance, Fraud, and ABC regulations and best practices.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Job Offer
The offer for the successful BSA/AML Risk Assessment Consultant includes a competitive hourly pay rate for the duration of a 6-month contract with opportunity to extend.
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