Who we are looking for

Ownership and accountability for the design and implementation of an effective and mature KYC Program within the FLOD, while holding SLOD responsible to provide guidance and exercise oversight.

The AML Program Management team’s primary role is to ensure adequate governance is in place within the Global AML Center to support the effectiveness of the Global AML Program by minimising regulatory, monetary and reputational risks for the team and the team's service recipients.

Support the 3 AML Program Management pillars to champion change to technology and support information security controls for the FLOD activities within the AML Program.

Aims to mitigate Failure to Establish Required Programs risk by leading the FLOD assessment of AML technology changes.

Responsible and accountable for prioritization of non-regulatory enhancements to KYC Platform & Extended Tools in consultation with SLOD and KYC Solutions.

Take jointly responsibility for prioritizing all* technology enhancements that impact the KYC Platform & Extended Tools.

*regulatory / non-regulatory / corporate initiatives / other non-AML tech changes

Responsible and accountable for the design of FLOD metrics in support of the AML Program.

Tasked with the design / maintenance of effective workload tracking and scheduling tools

This role can be performed in a hybrid model, where you can balance work from home and office to match your needs and role requirements.

What you will be responsible for - Primary Responsibilities

• Act as Subject Matter Expert for AML & Sanctions Technology
• Proactively communicate with the teams stakeholders and collaborate with KYC Solutions to assess AML & Sanctions technology needs and functional requirements
• Use interviews, document analysis, requirement workshops, business process descriptions to elicit AML & Sanctions technology requirements
• Development, continuous improvement and implementation of appropriate tools, standard reports, templates and record keeping.
• Critically evaluate information gathered from multiple sources, reconcile conflicts and distinguish user requests from the underlying true needs
• Document and maintain materials of AML technology requirements; track next steps and action items to completion
• Submit necessary change requests to application owners (e.g. KYC Solutions)
• Participate in all relevant forums regarding AML technology changes; look to ensure that all proposed changes can be operationalised within the team or challenged effectively; identifying how they will impact business processes, resources and other initiatives; prioritising non-regulatory change request for FLOD operations
• Communicate details of all proposed changes to relevant stakeholders in a timely manner
• Co-ordinate with the AML Program Training Leads to deliver training to the team in-line with the AML Program (Technology) changes
• Support technology related queries from EMEA BU AML Center colleagues 
• Develop / update AML Program Management team procedures / guidance notes / controls  in accordance with standards, technology and operating model changes
• Follow the speak up, listen up values - including timely escalation of AML concerns, suspicious activity or any corporate policy breaches
• Notify local management of operational issues
• Attend and participate in AML awareness training sessions to continue to enhance the quality of deliverables
• Support ad hoc and/ or strategic projects as required
• Demonstrate commitment to AML risk excellence through the provision of ancillary tasks that support the firms know your customer due diligence
• Maintain role-specific knowledge of the current anti-money laundering and financial crime risks and issues through completion of the annual AML Academy, and any other financial crime training deemed applicable to the role

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Ability to interpret AML policies, procedures and laws and put into practice
• Ability to engage with senior staff across multiple locations
• Evidence of strong communication & influencing skills
• Strong presentation skills including experience in face to face presentations to senior management
• Proven ability to work towards tight deadlines
• Problem solving ability
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and administrative skills
• Good Microsoft Excel and Word skills
• Any proficiency with applications such as MS Sharepoint, PowerBI, Tableau would be an asset
• Very good language skills in English
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant technology-related experience (assisting with technology enhancements, resolving technology-related issues for the team/department, taking part in technology-related projects, deployment of new applications/systems to the production environment)
• Relevant financial services experience in AML, controls, compliance, risk management would be beneficial
• Knowledge of Anti Money Laundering, Know Your Client and Financial Crime regulations, policies and processes would be beneficial

What we offer

• Permanent contract of employment from day one
• Additional holidays (Birthday Day Off, 3rd and 5th year anniversary Day Off)
• Gold medical package for employees and their families (partner and children)
• Premium life insurance package and private pension plan
• Employee savings plan
• Multisport Card
• Wide range of soft skills training, technical workshops, language classes and development programs
• Opportunities to volunteer your time to company-driven initiatives, employee networks or organizations of your choice
• Variety of well-being programs
• Technical or leadership career pathway

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers