AML/BSA Officer

What you’ll do Lead execution of AML/BSA Program and ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements. Serve as Bank’s designated AML/BSA Officer accountable for program execution and effectiveness. Lead and coordinate suspicious activity investigations, escalation, and regulatory filings. Maintain complete and examiner‑defensible documentation. Exercise independent judgment in the identification, escalation and reporting of AML/BSA risks, including escalation of material issues to senior management and the Audit Committee, as appropriate. Partner with business units to perform investigations and provide effective challenge. Monitor regulatory developments and recommend program enhancements. Conduct AML/BSA risk assessments and track remediation. Provide regular and ad‑hoc reporting to senior management on AML/BSA program effectiveness and SAR activity. Prepare and deliver AML/BSA training for Bank staff, independent contractors, and the Board of Directors. Oversee identification, tracking, and remediation of AML/BSA issues, including regulatory findings and management action plans, and provide status reporting to senior management and the Audit Committee. Serve as primary liaison for examinations and audits. Support second‑line oversight of OFAC, fraud, and related financial crimes programs. May serve as officer of such other functions as well. Perform other duties and support broader Compliance Program activities as assigned. What you’ll bring Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, Law, or a related field. Minimum 10+ years of AML/BSA experience. Minimum of 3+ years of experience administering AML/BSA programs and interacting with regulators. Strong knowledge of AML/BSA laws and regulations, and of financial services regulatory compliance frameworks, including second‑line oversight and effective challenge expectations. Proven strong analytical skills to independently evaluate complex data, identify trends, and assess potential risks. Proven ability to manage investigations and SAR filings. Ability to work independently and to influence and credibly challenge stakeholders across all levels of the organization. Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including executive‑level presentations. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, highly regulated environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook); data visualization tools such as Tableau preferred. High degree of initiative, judgment, and accountability.

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Salary and Benefits Salary Range: $151,025.00 – $265,525.00 Highly competitive compensation and bonus package. Comprehensive benefits program designed to meet the needs of employees. Retirement program includes a 401(k) and pension plan. Wellbeing program supports employees at work and in their personal lives. PTO plan provides five weeks of vacation for new employees and 11 paid holidays per year. Lifestyle Spending Account provides an annual stipend for employees to support wellbeing activities. Central downtown location at the Old Post Office provides easy access to public transportation and breathtaking views from our award‑winning rooftop. #J-18808-Ljbffr Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago