Team Head of AML/Sanctions compliance testing reviews and monitoring for Americas Region.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :Manage multiple testing activities for the Americas (Brazil, Canada, Mexico and NY) as 2nd Line of Defense.Serve as a head of AML/Sanctions compliance testing team, responsible for AML/Sanctions and Head Office Procedures compliance testing program.
- Perform Control Design Effectiveness analysis and review of the rules and regulations under review.
- Perform assigned field work to validate the effectiveness of internal controls and directs oversight of assigned staff and their assignments.
- Identify underlying issues to be improved and escalation/validation thereof with stakeholders and reporting the results of the review to senior management.
- Record and track identified issues and corrective action plans.
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JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS :Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field.CAMS certification a plus though not required10+ years of Banking and AML/Sanctions Compliance experience.Must have strong managerial experience with a track record of working in a collaborative environmentAbility to learn and navigate challenging situations and juggle multiple tasks.Able to dissect complicated issues within a large and complex financial institution.Solid understanding of the US AML/Sanctions Regulatory Framework.Understanding of Brazil, Mexico or Canada AML/CFT Regulatory Framework a plus.Strong Communications and Written skills.Motivated, action-oriented, self-starter and can work independently.Adaptable, able to evolve and change with the Bank's transformation.Leadership to manage a team efficiently.International travel required in relation to individual assigned reviews.
The expected base salary ranges from $150,000.00 -$250,000.00. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.
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Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process .
Company Overview
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com .
Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.
We are an EEO/AA Employer -M/F/Disability/Veteran.
We participate in the E-Verify program.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.
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