MUFG is a global financial services group operating across banking, finance, and fintech. Its teams support clients through corporate and investment banking, transaction banking, and working capital solutions, combining international reach with tailored financial expertise. MUFG also works in sustainable finance, including financing clean energy projects, and builds long-term relationships with clients and communities through trusted, practical financial strategies.
Global Financial Crimes Compliance Risk Assessment Vice President - MUFG, New York Hybrid
MUFG seeks a Vice President to lead enterprise-wide financial crimes compliance risk assessments for its global banking operations. The role covers risk analysis, governance, reporting, stakeholder advisory, and regulatory engagement.
United States
New York
Texas$122,000 – $166,000 / year
HybridFull-timeLeadEnglish RequiredFinancial CrimeDescription
- Lead the design, execution, and continuous improvement of MUFG’s global annual Financial Crimes Compliance risk assessment program
- Coordinate the collection, validation, and evaluation of FCC risk information across business and compliance teams, covering AML, sanctions, anti-bribery and corruption, and related risk areas
- Maintain and enhance FCC risk assessment methodologies, procedures, questionnaires, risk-rating and scoring tools, and reporting templates
- Conduct qualitative and quantitative risk analysis to identify emerging risks, trends, concentrations, and control weaknesses
- Convert assessment findings into actionable insights for senior management and FCC stakeholders
- Provide independent challenge and advisory guidance on assessment results, risk ratings, and mitigation plans
- Prepare and present management reports and risk assessment materials
- Manage FCC risk assessments across the Americas, including MUFG’s combined U.S. operations
- Assist with regulatory examinations, audits, and information requests
- Collaborate with global stakeholders to promote consistency while addressing jurisdiction-specific requirements
- Track regulatory changes, industry developments, and emerging FCC risks
- Support process improvements, data analytics, automation, and advanced risk management practices
- Promote risk awareness, accountability, transparency, and ongoing improvement
Requirements
- Bring at least 8–10 years of experience in compliance risk management, audit, or a related function at a global financial institution
- Demonstrate a strong record of delivering enterprise-wide risk assessments
- Apply deep knowledge of regulatory frameworks, supervisory expectations, and industry practices
- Present effectively to executive leaders, regulators, and audit teams
- Understand compliance risk frameworks and second-line-of-defense responsibilities
- Know compliance regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions
- Design and implement scalable risk assessment programs
- Manage risk aggregation, reporting, and engagement with governance committees
- Use risk assessment technology platforms and data analytics tools in practice
- Apply independent judgment, critical thinking, and strong problem-solving skills to complex FCC risks
- Build and sustain productive relationships with senior stakeholders across the three lines of defense
- Influence decisions through collaboration, expertise, and credibility in a global matrix organization
- Hold a degree, with equivalent professional experience also considered
Benefits
- Eligible for discretionary performance bonuses and/or incentive compensation
- Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
- Retirement plan options
- Educational assistance and professional training programs
- Income replacement coverage for eligible employees with disabilities
- Paid maternity leave and parental bonding leave
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Remote work one day each week