AML Project Manager, SoFi

• The role requires a strong understanding of AML regulations, risk management principles, and project management methodologies
• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Finance, Business, Management, or other relevant areas
• 3+ years of experience in project management, preferably within the financial services industry, with a demonstrated track-record of delivery and/or relevant experience in risk and control management focusing on a variety of large-scale technical projects
• Effective negotiation and influencing skills, including strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Strong management, organizational and evaluative process skills. Ability to analyze complex organizational and technical issues to improve performance and efficiency
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects/initiatives to conclusion
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with, and present to, diverse stakeholders, including cross-functional partners, regulators, and all levels of management
• Familiarity with BSA/AML processes and systems (e.g. transaction monitoring systems, customer screening systems, and other related technologies)

Desirable

• The AML Project Manager will be accountable for planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing projects related to the Enterprise AML Department’s strategic roadmap
• Projects will focus on the development/enhancement of AML controls related to new product offerings, transformational initiatives, and remediation efforts
• It also requires collaboration with various stakeholders across the enterprise, including those across business functions, compliance, engineering, finance, and product
• Develop project plans and manage projects related to new product offerings, transformational initiatives, and remediation efforts, while ensuring scalable AML controls are implemented
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and roadblocks, escalate issues to leadership, and implement corrective actions. Create and maintain project artifacts (e.g., project plans, meeting minutes, weekly stakeholder updates, etc.)
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including compliance, operations, technology, and legal, to ensure alignment and efficient project execution
• Maintain an ownership mentality for assigned initiatives and contribute to a best-in-class AML program and related projects and initiatives
• Stay updated on evolving AML regulations and industry best practices
• Proactively learn the AML Department’s control landscape and become a subject matter expert that consults on AML requirements in addition to owning projects
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across the AML Department, Compliance Department, and the Enterprise
• Support the development and maintenance of AML policies and procedures. Collaborate with compliance teams to identify and implement process improvements to enhance AML controls
• Oversee the implementation of AML systems and tools, including those related to SoFi’s customer identification program, customer due diligence (CDD), transaction monitoring, and suspicious activity reporting (SAR)
• Coordinate with technology teams to ensure seamless integration and data quality
• Assist in system testing and validation to verify functionality and accuracy
• Evaluate current operational processes and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and industry best practices
• Assist in preparing regulatory reports and filings as required