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Experienced KYC (Know Your Customer) Program Advisor

AT Fannie Mae
Fannie Mae

Experienced KYC (Know Your Customer) Program Advisor

Washington, DC
  • Target Hiring Range (1): 138000
  • Target Hiring Range (2): 180000

  • Company Description

    At Fannie Mae, futures are made. The inspiring work we do helps make a home a possibility for millions of homeowners and renters. Every day offers compelling opportunities to impact the future of the housing industry while being part of an inclusive team thriving in an energizing, flexible environment. Here, you will grow your career and help create access to fair, affordable housing finance.

    Job Description

    As a valued contributor to our Financial Crimes Compliance team, you will lead the team's Know Your Customer (KYC) program and implement best practices for assessing and identifying potential risks that may threaten our reputation, safety, security, and/or financial success. You also will work with management and team members to develop and communicate escalation protocols to ensure key stakeholders across the enterprise can meet business objectives.

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    THE IMPACT YOU WILL MAKE
    The Experienced KYC Program Advisor role will offer you the flexibility to make each day your own, while working alongside people who care so that you can deliver on the following responsibilities:

    • Lead the team's KYC program, including Customer Due Diligence (CDD) best practices to mitigate potential risks to the enterprise.
    • Work closely with first line business partners to ensure the effective deployment of KYC program controls and requirements.
    • Collaborate with team to evaluate and advise on the impact of proposed risks to the enterprise.
    • Evaluate processes and provide recommendations to reduce risk using rigorous analysis.
    • Develop Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and escalation protocols to provide timely feedback to management and drive actionable risk response.
    • Partner with the team to periodically review the KYC Program, develop compliance strategies, and implement continued best practices that will drive success in the face of shifting consumer behaviors and the regulatory landscape.

    Qualifications

    THE EXPERIENCE YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

    Minimum Required Experiences


    • 6 years related experience.
    • Knowledge of BSA/AML/OFAC compliance regulations/requirements.
    • ACAMS certification.
    • Experience developing and/or managing KYC/CDD program at a large financial institution, including developing key risk indicators and escalation protocols.
    • Experience leading risk assessment and control evaluation activities, executing risk management frameworks, and developing training for business units.
    • Ability to apply risk management framework to new/unfamiliar business processes to effectively identify risks and control gaps or weaknesses and evaluate control suites.
    • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience managing competing priorities and marshalling resources.
    • Effective writing skills, including writing comprehensive risk assessments and developing senior management/Board-level presentations.
    • Proven success in interacting with all levels of an organization, including presenting findings, discussing remediation activities and delivering training.
    • Excellent organization and time management skills; ability to produce final, written materials in deliverable-ready status.

    Desired Experiences

    • Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
    • Familiarity with FHFA's Suspended Counterparty Program Final Rule.

    Additional Information

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    The future is what you make it to be. Discover compelling opportunities at careers.fanniemae.com.

    Fannie Mae is a flexible hybrid company. We embrace flexibility for our employees to work where they choose, while also providing office space for in-person work if desired. At times, business need may call for on-site collaboration, which means proximity within a reasonable commute to your designated office location is preferred unless job is noted as open to remote.

    Fannie Mae is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which means we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, personal appearance, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the application process, email us at [email protected].

    The hiring range for this role is set forth on each of our job postings located on Fannie Mae's Career Site. Final salaries will generally vary within that range based on factors that include but are not limited to, skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and other relevant qualifications. This position is eligible to participate in a Fannie Mae incentive program (subject to the terms of the program). As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Fannie Mae offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle, and other benefits and perks that enhance an employee's physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. See more here.

    Client-provided location(s): Washington, DC, USA
    Job ID: Fannie-744000049060318
    Employment Type: Full Time

    Perks and Benefits

    • Health and Wellness

      • Health Insurance
      • Dental Insurance
      • Vision Insurance
      • FSA
      • On-Site Gym
      • Life Insurance
      • Short-Term Disability
      • Long-Term Disability
      • HSA With Employer Contribution
      • Fitness Subsidies
      • Mental Health Benefits
    • Parental Benefits

      • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
      • Adoption Assistance Program
      • Adoption Leave
      • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
      • Fertility Benefits
      • Family Support Resources
    • Work Flexibility

      • Flexible Work Hours
      • Hybrid Work Opportunities
      • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Office Life and Perks

      • Commuter Benefits Program
      • Casual Dress
      • Happy Hours
      • On-Site Cafeteria
      • Holiday Events
    • Vacation and Time Off

      • Paid Vacation
      • Paid Holidays
      • Personal/Sick Days
      • Leave of Absence
      • Volunteer Time Off
      • Summer Fridays
    • Financial and Retirement

      • 401(K) With Company Matching
      • Financial Counseling
      • Relocation Assistance
    • Professional Development

      • Tuition Reimbursement
      • Promote From Within
      • Internship Program
      • Leadership Training Program
      • Associate or Rotational Training Program
      • Shadowing Opportunities
      • Access to Online Courses
      • Lunch and Learns