Financial Crime Policy and Standards Specialist

Work Location:

New York, New York, États-Unis d'Amérique

Hours

40

Pay Details

$91,000 - $145,600 USD

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Line Of Business

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Job Description

The Financial Crime Risk Specialist role develops and maintains TD’s AML/ATF/Sanctions/ABAC programs, including frameworks, methodologies, policies, standards, procedures, awareness and specialized training, monitoring, management reporting and/or escalation of issues. This role conducts periodic and event driven reviews of customers, including targeted reviews to assess risks. Additionally, this role supports management in delivery of initiatives related to risk assessment, internal/external exam support, etc.

The primarily responsibility of the Financial Crime Risk Management Policy and Standards Team is to set the requirements for the Financial Crime Risk Management Program though the development and maintenance of the governing policies and standards for compliance with US regulations. The team provides ongoing advisement around requirements and works with cross-functional units (Compliance, Technology, Business, Audit) to support and help execute projects. Individuals within this team will be called upon to participate in discussions to shape the most efficient processes for the Financial Crime Risk Management Program based on regulatory requirements. The team is also responsible for establishing the governance, reporting, and monitoring routines necessary to adequately oversee the firm's ongoing adherence to Policies and Standards.

The "Financial Crime Risk Management Policy & Standards Specialist" is a member of the Financial Crime Risk Management (FCRM ) Policy and Standards Department under the Company's Second Line of Defense (2LoD) FCRM Function.

Responsibilities

The FCRM Policy & Standards Specialist is responsible for the execution of the Policy and Standards Workstream, which includes the following:

• Interpreting, articulating, and drafting documentation related to financial crime laws, rules, and regulations with the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into clear, accurate, and actionable policy language.
• Draft, update, and maintain new and existing policies and standards confirming they are accurate, comprehensive, and aligned with organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Present, socialize, and clearly communicate newly developed or revised documents to cross functional stakeholders to promote awareness, understanding, and consistent implementation.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to FCRM Policy and Standard Owners to ensure adherence to established governance frameworks, procedures, review cycles, and approval requirements.
• Conduct reviews of policies, standards, and related documentation, offering detailed feedback and recommendations to support alignment with organizational and regulatory requirements, parent policies, or procedures.
• Develop, coordinate, and prepare supporting materials for review and approval by appropriate stakeholders, committees, and governing boards, ensuring readiness for decision making and sign off.
• Supports mapping of applicable laws, rules, and regulations to corresponding FCRM policies and standards for alignment and traceability.
• Maintain oversight of the U.S. FCRM Policy and Standard Document Inventory, verifying records are complete, current, accurately, and maintained in accordance with established governance processes.

Depth & Scope

• Highly seasoned professional role requiring substantial knowledge / expertise in a complex field and knowledge of broader related areas
• Integrates knowledge of the sub-functions overarching strategy in developing solutions across multiple functions or operations
• Interprets internal / external business challenges and the industry environment, recommends course of action and best practices to improve products, processes or services
• Acts as a technical expert / lead integrating cross-function understanding within their own field of specialty
• Leads cross-functional teams or projects with significant resource requirements, risk and/or complexity
• Independently manages end-to-end functional programs
• Solves or may lead others to solve complex problems; leads efforts or partners with others to develop new solutions
• Uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgement and identify solutions
• Impacts the achievement of sub-function or business line objectives within the area they are accountable for
• Work is guided by policies and industry standards/methods
• Communicates difficult concepts; converts information to compelling business context and advice; influences and gains alignment across increasingly senior stakeholders
• Works autonomously as the lead and guides others within area of expertise

Education & Experience

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience
• 7+ years experience

Preferred Skills

• 3+ years experience in risk management in a policy, standard, or procedure related role
• 7+ years experience in a financial crime risk management role
• Juris Doctor experience preferred

Customer Accountabilities

• Leads the development of team procedures and governance processes and advises FCRM stakeholders and teams of changes and enhancements to enterprise FCRM programs and requirements and where they may impact in the organization.
• Works with FCRM partners and other related groups (such as Compliance, Legal and Risk etc.) to support creation of documentation and reports required by external regulatory bodies and TD internal groups
• Conducts research, assesses FCRM risks and controls, and otherwise contributes to a specialized team of FCRM compliance professionals, interacting with key stakeholders
• Provides governance oversight through management of the policy and training exemption governance and reporting processes to the FCRM Senior Executive Team (and related FCRM Sub-Committees)
• Prepares summaries, presentations, briefing notes, and any other required documentation to effectively report on the status of the FCRM program
• Represents FCRM as a specialist on internal or external committees as well as on enterprise-wide Regulatory Change Management initiatives, as required
• Delivers relevant subject matter expertise and FCRM advice to business / FCRM partners
• Interacts with control functions within the organization
• Develops and delivers training programs for applicable employees across the Bank
• Conducts meaningful research, analysis, and assessment of FCRM program activities at the functional level using results to draw conclusions, make recommendations, assess the effectiveness of enterprise FCRM programs
• Prepares research, analysis, updates tools and/or supports training activities specific to risk assessment
• Leads development of processes, procedures and guidance relevant to own specific FCRM function of expertise

Shareholder Accountabilities

• Provides high quality service and advice to key business (FCRM) partners and monitors progress of initiatives, action plans, or similar activities
• Protects the interests of the organization – identifies and manages risks, and ensures the prompt and thorough resolution of escalated non-standard, high-risk issues
• Delivers relevant subject matter expertise and FCRM advice to business (FCRM) partners
• Leads new or revised product initiatives, advises businesses on FCRM compliance requirements and ensures that those requirements are properly written into requirements for business projects
• Participates in FCRM level projects as needed, to facilitate and oversee changes to FCRM processes, systems, or practices
• Coordinates with other FCRM partners and business compliance partners to ensure consistency in the application of FCRM programs and standards across the enterprise
• Ensures relevant FCRM programs align with TD corporate philosophy and strategic direction
• Monitors FCRM industry developments and maintains strong knowledge of evolving regulatory requirements and assesses potential impacts
• Proactively identifies key business opportunities, researches and recommends enhancements / modifications, develops strategies to achieve recommendations
• Leads relationships with business lines / corporate and/or control functions to ensure alignment with enterprise and/or regulatory requirements
• Leads or contributes to cross-functional / enterprise initiatives as an organizational or subject matter expert helping to identify risk/ provide guidance for complex situations
• Complies with applicable internal and external audit and regulatory requirements and may actively provide support during Audit and Regulatory Reviews, providing recommendations and guidance as required
• Maintains a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetite
• Participates in responding to periodic exams/audits by regulatory bodies and Internal Audit, to determine level of BSA/FCRM compliance

Employee/Team Accountabilities

• Participates fully as a member of the team, supports a positive work environment that promotes service to the business, quality, innovation and teamwork and ensure timely communication of issues / points of interest
• Provides thought leadership and/or industry knowledge for own area of expertise in own area and participates in knowledge transfer within the team and business unit
• Shares knowledge of the business, related tools and techniques
• Leads or participates in personal performance management and development activities, including cross training within own team
• Keeps others informed and up to date about the status / progress of projects and / or all relevant or useful information related to day-to-day activities
• Contributes to the success of the team by assisting others in the completion and performance of work activities, provides coaching and/or guidance as appropriate.
• Contributes to a fair, positive and equitable environment that supports a diverse workforce
• Acts as a brand champion for the function and the bank, both internally and/or externally

Physical Requirements

Never: 0%; Occasional: 1-33%; Frequent: 34-66%; Continuous: 67-100%

• Domestic Travel – Occasional
• International Travel – Never
• Performing sedentary work – Continuous
• Performing multiple tasks – Continuous
• Operating standard office equipment - Continuous
• Responding quickly to sounds – Occasional
• Sitting – Continuous
• Standing – Occasional
• Walking – Occasional
• Moving safely in confined spaces – Occasional
• Lifting/Carrying (under 25 lbs.) – Occasional
• Lifting/Carrying (over 25 lbs.) – Never
• Squatting – Occasional
• Bending – Occasional
• Kneeling – Never
• Crawling – Never
• Climbing – Never
• Reaching overhead – Never
• Reaching forward – Occasional
• Pushing – Never
• Pulling – Never
• Twisting – Never
• Concentrating for long periods of time – Continuous
• Applying common sense to deal with problems involving standardized situations – Continuous
• Reading, writing and comprehending instructions – Continuous
• Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing – Continuous

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The listed or specified responsibilities & duties are considered essential functions for ADA purposes.

Who We Are

TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we strive to make every interaction, product, and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple for over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to foster deeper relationships, ensure disciplined execution, and build a simpler, faster banking experience. TD is deeply committed to being a leader in client experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are client facing. Together, we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients, colleagues and communities.

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Additional Information

We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Colleague Development

If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities.

If you’re passionate about helping clients and building deep, lasting relationships, TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact.

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Training & Onboarding

We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process

We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation

TD Bank is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, please email TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at [email protected]. Include your full name, best way to reach you and the accommodation needed to assist you with the applicant process.