U.S. Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Officer

About the position Responsibilities • Develop and implement the strategic vision for Vanguard's financial crimes compliance program in the U.S. • Lead and mentor a team of compliance professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, continuous improvement and accountability. • Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of compliance standards, policies, and procedures. • Supervise operational functions performed by the team. • Ensure the program is robust and responsive to emerging risks and regulatory changes. • Handle multiple assignments simultaneously from conception through execution and implementation of recommendations. • Coordinate, prioritize and actively manage tasks as needed to meet deadlines. • Develop, maintain and broaden effective working relationships across Vanguard and with regulatory agencies. • Provide guidance and support to and foster lines of communication between, and with, business contacts, Legal and Compliance, Enterprise Risk Management, Internal Audit and global partners. • Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory bodies regarding Financial Crime compliance, ensuring timely and accurate reporting. • Maintain strong relationships with regulators and stay abreast of industry developments. • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate potential financial crimes. • Utilize data analytics to enhance detection scenarios and support investigations. • Provide ongoing training and development for the financial crimes team and oversee development and implementation of enterprise wide financial crimes training. • Oversee the preparation and submission of internal and external reports. • Utilize metrics and analytics to monitor program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement. • Prepare regulatory reports and applicable management reporting as necessary. • Identify and track key measures and metrics, and design presentations to facilitate senior management discussions. • Participate in the development of departmental budget. • Estimate costs for headcount, staffing issues, current volumes, forecasts for anticipated volumes and related operational expenses to implement annual objectives/performance improvements. • Ensure the Compliance Department operates within established budgetary guidelines. • Approve expenses within established limits. • Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned. Requirements • Minimum of 10 years of experience in financial crimes compliance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. • Experience in the investment industry is highly preferred. • Bachelor's degree in finance, law, or a related field. • Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CAMS, CFE) are a plus. • Strong leadership and team management skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. • Proficiency in data analytics and familiarity with compliance technology solutions. • In-depth understanding of financial crimes regulations and best practices. • Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and provide strategic guidance. Benefits • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement. • Join a collaborative and mission-driven team dedicated to excellence. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job Apply tot his job Apply To this Job