With 4,500+ employees and over 300,000 commercial, institutional, payments, and retail clients, we operate from more than 70 offices spread across six continents. As a Fortune 100, Nasdaq-listed provider, we connect clients to the global markets – focusing on innovation, human connection, and providing world-class products and services to all types of investors. 
 
Whether you want to forge a career connecting our retail clients to potential trading opportunities, or ingrain yourself in the world of institutional investing, StoneX Group is made up of four business segments that offer endless potential for progression and growth. 

Business Segment overview:

Engage in a deep variety of business-critical activities that keep our company running efficiently. From strategic marketing and financial management to human resources and operational oversight, you’ll have the opportunity to optimize processes and implement game-changing policies

Job purpose:

The AML Department handles the anti-money laundering/sanctions/financial crime compliance and regulatory obligations applicable to the Firm’s businesses. We are looking for an experienced Anti-Money Laundering/Financial Crime Compliance subject matter expert specifically dedicated to supporting the AML Officer in various Gain divisions (US, Cayman, and Canada). In this role, the AML Advisory Team Lead will be responsible for handing day-to-day coverage associated with the BSA/AML Compliance program factoring in "best industry” practices. This will include providing guidance to the front office and cross department stakeholders (i.e. customer related inquiries/matters; advising on KYC and AML requirements; reviewing enhanced due diligence conducted to evaluate risk and provide clearance; handle activity alert escalations for further review; work with independent auditor(s) to provide information being requested. The role will also include evaluating current policies and processes on a periodical basis and working with other AML team members on joint projects on enhancements as needed.
 

Primary Responsibilities:

• • In depth understanding of Bank Secrecy Act (“BSA”), USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC/Sanctions, and FINCEN requirements to be applied in practice for the respective business line’s Anti-Money Laundering program covered. Knowledge of Canadian and/or Cayman AML regulations is desirable.
  • Support AML advisory function for the respective business line coverage (front office, onboarding, operations/treasury)
  • Handle escalations and resolution for front office, as well KYC onboarding and/or EDD escalations; and evaluate more complex account issues when they arise
  • Ensure timely completion of assigned cases and escalate issues that require manager review.
  • Assist with writing policy and procedural updates (if needed)
  • Compile and provide materials requesting during independent audits and regulatory exams.
  • Review and provide feedback on complex or high-risk KYC cases, ensuring adherence to internal policy, regulatory standards, and quality benchmarks.
  • Act as a point of escalation for KYC and EDD Reviews and interface with respective teams regularly.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by your line manager
  • Provide ad hoc training & guidance on KYC requirements as needed; establish escalation path and ongoing dialogue with onboarding team on more complex KYC matters.
  • Contribute with expertise in related projects as needed to continue with applicable AML/Sanctions enhancements

To land this role you will need:

• • Strong experience in AML and related AML, FinCEN, OFAC Regulations and Requirements; Knowledge of Canadian and/or Cayman regulations is desirable.
  • Ability to make effective decisions and demonstrate good judgement
  • Collaborative and positive team spirit; ability to foster good working relationships within AML team, as well as with other departments/stakeholders
  • Ability to help front office teams with more complex AML related matters
  • Ability to guide other depts/teams as needed with AML or KYC related aspects
  • Ability to assist with AML related ad-hoc projects
  • Good execution skills with attention to detail and focus on clear, realistic action steps and timelines
  • Must have 5 years of direct experience in AML specifically dedicated to Anti-Financial Crime, KYC, Enhanced Due Diligence & Investigations, and/or Transaction Monitoring
  • Must have experience in banking, futures, forex, or payments/fintech segment within financial services industry
  • Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding the firm, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment
  • CAMS designation preferred or must obtain with 12 months from hire

4 days per week in the Office/ 1 day Remote

Location: Warren NJ or Manhattan NY

 
Must be authorized to work in the US for any employer.

Hiring Salary Range $95,000-$120,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity and alignment with market data.)   Subject to business performance and recommendations of management, this role may be eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan.  This compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

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