McLean, VA, USA
1 day ago
Financial Services Director | Financial Crimes, Risk and Compliance

Job Family:

Risk & Regulatory Compliance Consulting


Travel Required:

Up to 50%


Clearance Required:

None

What You Will Do:

Guidehouse has an aggressive growth strategy for its Financial Crimes, Risk and Compliance (FCRC) practice, and now seeks to expand its leadership team by recruiting a strong business-building executive who will be fundamental to this growth strategy. This new hire will be a senior business builder with a high-profile personal network with Financial Crimes expertise. Responsibilities will include:

Oversee delivery of Digital Onboarding, Perpetual KYC, Transaction Monitoring, Sanctions, Trade Surveillance, Anti-Bribery & Corruption and/or Fraud projects

Lead independent risk assessment, target state design, functional & technical transformation, and regulatory response management to support our client in their modernization and/or regulatory remediation journeys

Develop relationships with current and prospective clients – both externally and internally, establishing credibility with senior Guidehouse colleagues to be recognized as a market leader

Spearhead the development and execution of key go-to-market strategies for Financial Crimes practice including new client development and existing client expansion with personal pursuit

Manage executive level relationships and ensure there are the optimal range of AML solutions to meet client needs as well as to maximize revenue generation and profitability of the firm

Lead the assessment and testing of Financial Crimes compliance programs and implement recommended changes/controls and solutions

Collaborate with other leaders to contribute to the development of intellectual property and thought leadership

Develop collaborative relationships with the other related specialty practices and non-specialty practices across the firm to cross-sell relevant products and services

Lead efforts in identifying and retaining new client relationships through business development and existing or new industry connections

Play a vital role in managing and developing team members in the Financial Services practice, as well as recruiting new team members as part of this strategic initiative to aggressively grow the business

Evaluate internal control structures to help identify weaknesses and associated risks

Develop, perform, and supervise detailed financial, economic, and statistical analysis


What You Will Need:

Bachelor’s degree

10+ years of Financial Crimes experience at regional and national financial institutions, crypto/digital assets exchanges, Securities / Capital Markets institutions, regulatory/government agencies, and/or consulting firms

Deep understanding of AML regulations, investigations, and enforcement actions

Expertise in OFAC, EDD, KYC, BSA, CDD and/or forensic accounting

Deep understanding of Digital Onboarding and perpetual KYC transformation

Familiarity with common fraud and money laundering schemes

Strong understanding of corporate governance and regulatory issues that could affect an organization

Outstanding project management skills in monitoring billing of hours, training, development, and supervision

Outstanding communication and public speaking skills

Proven track record of successful new business generation, and demonstrable ability (or commercial potential) to sell, deliver and manage highly visible engagements demonstrated by year over year credited sales generation of $2M+

Ability to travel up to 50%


What Would Be Nice To Have:

Master’s Degree

Strong preference for candidates local to the New York City and/or Washington, DC, metropolitan areas

Desire to collaborate with other related Guidehouse practices as well as across the entire global firm to cross-sell relevant products and services, in addition to being a growth oriented, vertical thinker

Intellectually adept with negotiation and influencing skills and ability to relate to range of senior level internal and external stakeholders

Elevated level of business acumen and commercial awareness

Extremely driven, energetic, and able to thrive in a results-oriented, entrepreneurial, analytical environment

The annual salary range for this position is $197,000.00-$328,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Basic Life & Supplemental Life

Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Student Loan PayDown

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

Skills Development & Certifications

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.


Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.


If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.


Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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