Audit Director AML/Financial Crimes

The Audit Director will oversee the AML/Financial Crimes audit function, managing audit planning, execution, staffing, and team performance. This role also helps shape audit strategy, engages with senior leadership, and ensures effective risk evaluation and resource alignment.

Client Details

Client is a global financial services company specializing in wealth management, asset servicing, asset management, and banking solutions for corporations, institutions, and individuals.

Description

• Oversee specific segments of the audit plan and audit universe to ensure thorough and effective coverage.
• Lead the comprehensive management of assigned audit universe components, including risk assessment, coverage planning, and ongoing monitoring activities.
• Advise on organizational structure alignment and contribute to staffing strategy and decision-making.
• Manage a team of Managers and Specialists, providing mentorship and training on strategic audit planning and technically complex subject matter.
• Serve as a strategic advisor, offering proactive guidance and insights to senior leadership.
• Contribute as an active, engaged member of internal committees and cross-functional working groups.
• Advocate for and defend the audit plan's scope and timeline in discussions with the Managing Director; assess out-of-cycle audit requests and recommend practical solutions.
• Lead involvement in the end-to-end remediation of MRAs/MRIAs, including reviewing draft documentation and participating in relevant governance forums.

Profile

• A minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to manage and develop talent, with demonstrated success leading through others.
• Strong track record of advising and influencing clients on operational challenges and delivering strategic solutions.
• Deep knowledge of audit and accounting principles, supported by a relevant academic degree.
• Specialized expertise in AML, Financial Crimes, and Economic Sanctions Compliance within the financial services industry.
• Exceptional leadership, collaboration, technical, organizational, and communication skills, enabling effective team leadership and stakeholder engagement.
• Experienced in delivering constructive feedback, coaching, and mentoring to diverse teams, supporting both individual and organizational growth.
• Comprehensive understanding of regulatory frameworks and evolving industry trends, with advanced technical knowledge in relevant focus areas.
• Holds a professional qualification such as CPA, ACAMS, CISA, CIA, ACA, ACCA, or an MBA, reflecting strong technical and professional competence.
• Strong proficiency in report writing and audit workpaper documentation.

Job Offer

• Opportunity to build out newer Audit Function
• Competitive Base Salary
• Bonus Potential
• Hybrid Flexibility

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