Column is hiring a
AML Operations

Summary

The job is for an AML Operations role at Column, a financial technology company. The role involves leading a team of investigators, overseeing investigations, developing policies, collaborating with other departments, and staying updated on AML regulations. Remote work is possible with periodic travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field; professional certification (e.g., CAMS) is preferred
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in AML compliance for a financial institution
• In-depth knowledge of AML laws and regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), the USA PATRIOT Act, and OFAC requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills
• Proficiency in AML software and data analysis tools
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
• Prior experience as an investigator or in an operational execution capacity is required

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of AML investigators responsible for conducting in-depth investigations into suspicious activity
• Oversee and participate in the investigation of suspicious transactions, customer accounts, and activities
• Develop and maintain AML policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations
• Collaborate with other departments, including Compliance, Legal, and Risk Management, to integrate AML investigation efforts into the overall compliance framework
• Communicate effectively with external law enforcement agencies, regulators, and other relevant entities as needed
• Stay up-to-date with evolving AML laws, regulations, and industry best practices
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement enhancements to the AML investigations process
• Assist the BSA Officer with KRI/KPI reporting related to BSA/AML operations

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, including options that are 100% covered by Column for you and 50% covered for your dependents
• FSA and HSA account options to enable use of pre-tax money for medical and dependent care expenses
• 401k plan, including self-directed brokerage options
• Flexible time-off policy - take the time off that you want and need to relax and recharge
• 100% paid parental leave, including 16 weeks for birth mothers, 12 weeks for primary caregivers, and 8 weeks for secondary caregivers
• Catered lunches and dinners for SF employees
• Commuter benefits
• Regular team building events, including annual offsite
• Pay transparency: The annual US base salary range for this role is $100,000 - $140,000, exclusive of equity compensation and benefits