Vanguard
Vanguard
Vanguard is a global investment management company serving investors through products such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds. Its work is guided by a long-term focus on helping clients pursue investment success, with an emphasis on fairness and keeping investors at the center of decision-making. Vanguard’s culture values teamwork, inclusion, and the contribution of diverse perspectives and experiences.

Vanguard AML/CFT Compliance Specialist, Program Oversight

Oversee Vanguard’s AML/KYC programs and financial crime controls by monitoring client activity, investigating alerts, and assessing risk. Help mitigate compliance exposure and support regulatory reporting.

Description

  • Monitor client activity for suspicious behavior.
  • Support investigations and refer complex cases for escalation.
  • Assess and manage client risk under established policies, procedures, and controls.
  • Review high-risk client relationships to identify vulnerabilities and risks.
  • Recommend measures to reduce financial crime and compliance exposure.
  • Lead risk mitigation through process improvements and updates to policies and procedures.
  • Review internal alerts and reports, resolving exceptions in accordance with policy.
  • Escalate matters that need further investigation.
  • Contribute to internal and external regulatory reporting.
  • Take part in training and develop learning materials for junior colleagues.
  • Track regulatory developments and industry trends.
  • Advise on compliance matters and liaise with regulatory agencies.

Requirements

  • At least three years of relevant experience in compliance, anti-money laundering, or financial services.
  • Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Strong analytical, investigative, and communication abilities.
  • Experience evaluating client risk and applying effective mitigation measures.
  • Ability to work in a highly regulated setting and use sound judgment with complex situations.
  • Able to adapt to change, work through ambiguity, and support changing business and regulatory priorities.
  • Experience influencing colleagues, improving processes, and leading change within a team.
  • Ability to collaborate across teams and contribute to shared objectives.
  • Familiarity with LexisNexis, World-Check, or similar tools is an advantage.
  • Visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement.
  • Greater flexibility.
  • Opportunities for in-person learning, collaboration, and connection.
  • Training and professional development opportunities.
  • Focus on long-term financial wellbeing.

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