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Financial Crimes - KYC Operations - Senior Manager

AT PwC
PwC

Financial Crimes - KYC Operations - Senior Manager

Philadelphia, PA

At PwC, our people in risk and compliance focus on maintaining regulatory compliance and managing risks for clients, providing advice, and solutions. They help organisations navigate complex regulatory landscapes and enhance their internal controls to mitigate risks effectively. In regulatory risk compliance at PwC, you will focus on confirming adherence to regulatory requirements and mitigating risks for clients. You will provide guidance on compliance strategies and help clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes.

Growing as a strategic advisor, you leverage your influence, expertise, and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others, coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy, you apply sound judgment, recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity, ask thoughtful questions, and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing, diverse, and inclusive teams, and your commitment to excellence, contributes to the success of our Firm.

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Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

  • Craft and convey clear, impactful and engaging messages that tell a holistic story.
  • Apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and/or opportunities.
  • Validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback.
  • Direct the team through complexity, demonstrating composure through ambiguous, challenging and uncertain situations.
  • Deepen and evolve your expertise with a focus on staying relevant.
  • Initiate open and honest coaching conversations at all levels.
  • Make difficult decisions and take action to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness.
  • Model and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Basic Qualifications

Minimum Degree Required (BQ)
Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Year(s) of Experience (BQ)
7 year(s)

Preferred Qualifications

Degree Preferred
Master of Business Administration

Preferred Fields of Study
Accounting & Technology,Accounting,Banking and Finance,Business Application Programming,Computer and Information Science,Computer and Information Science & Accounting,Computer Applications,Computer Engineering,Computer Management,Computer Programming,Economics,Economics and Finance & Technology,Finance,Information Technology,Information Technology & Accounting,Management Information Systems,Management Information Systems & Accounting,Management of Technology,Statistics,Systems Engineering

Certification(s) Preferred

- ACAMs
- ACFCS
- CRCM

Preferred Knowledge/Skills

Demonstrates intimate-level abilities and/or a proven record of success managing compliance related consulting engagements within a top consulting or accounting firm, including:
- Experience with AML/BSA and OFAC laws and regulations as well having a thorough understanding and experience of how to apply such requirements in a business;
- Proficiency in Banking products and services and Banking operations;
- Understanding of Banking processes (commercial, retail, private banking, broker dealers) and transactional flows;
- Knowledge of common and emerging issues impacting Financial Services clients, data analytics and risk modelling as it relates to AML/BSA and OFAC solutions;
- Development of solutions related to strategy, operations and management in a number of functional areas of corporations or start-up companies;
- Experience with corporate compliance, including developing, analyzing and assessing corporate compliance programs; constructing, monitoring and auditing programs; managing internal risk assessment and investigations, collaborating with organization management to integrate compliance controls into the scope of existing business practices; developing and delivering compliance training, and managing incident management systems; and,
- Management of multiple, complex projects and direct medium to large staff teams.
Demonstrates intimate abilities and/or a proven record of success as a team leader within BSA/AML and Sanctions regulations and regulatory authorities and proven experience with working with banking and financial firms across multiple business areas, banking, lending, trading, risk management, evaluating, implementing and developing the following:
- Customer on-boarding procedures including CIP, CDD, and EDD;
- Working with transaction monitoring solutions, investigating potential suspicious activity;
- Working with OFAC/Sanctions and screening programs;
- Working with AML policies and procedures;
- Developing AML and OFAC risk assessments;
- Demonstrating an analytic mind-set and creative problem-solving abilities when applying regulatory requirements in a business environment. Proven ability to interpret information and regulatory requirements in order to create policy and supporting implementing procedures in a business environment; and,
- Demonstrating intimate understanding of internal control environment that is appropriate to mitigate the risks with laws and regulations.
Demonstrates intimate abilities and/or a proven record of success as a team leader with leading client-facing consulting teams, including:
- Communicating with external clients and internal staff in an organized and knowledgeable manner including;
- Leveraging project management and project facilitation skills, especially with leading and facilitating teams and developing client proposals;
- Identifying and addressing client needs: building, maintaining, and utilizing networks of client relationships and community involvement; communicating value propositions; managing resource requirements, project workflow, budgets, billing and collections; and preparing and/or coordinating complex written and verbal materials; and,
- Developing risk management programs, including risk monitoring and reporting, risk assessment and prioritization, and the facilitation of the definition of an organization's risk appetite and risk tolerance in alignment with their organization's strategy.

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. PwC is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

The salary range for this position is: $130,000 - $256,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

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Client-provided location(s): Philadelphia, PA, USA; New York, NY, USA; Washington, DC, USA; Florham Park, NJ, USA; United States
Job ID: PricewaterhouseCoopers-595222WD
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

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

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

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

    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Leave of Absence
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
    • Sabbatical
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
  • Professional Development

    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program