Director - AML Operations

HC Global

$100K — $130K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 10+ years of AML/Compliance experience in financial services, especially Fund Administration.
  • Extensive knowledge of AML regulations, KYC processes, and financial crime risk frameworks.
  • Proven project and personnel management in fast-paced environments.
  • Strong leadership skills with the capacity to influence and motivate across departments.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Strong attention to detail with organizational and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor AML team members to promote exceptional client service.
  • Coordinate team scheduling and ensure compliance with Service Level Agreement (SLA) timelines.
  • Monitor team deliverables and provide updates to Managing Directors.
  • Conduct second-level reviews of AML Associates' work to ensure quality.
  • Resolve escalated issues by identifying root causes and providing solutions.
  • Oversee completion of ad hoc AML-related projects within deadlines.
  • Manage staff development and training for effective performance.

Benefits

  • To be discussed during the hiring process.
Full Job Description
Job Description
Director will play a key leadership role in overseeing Anti-Money Laundering (AML) operations, managing client and investor relationships, and driving strategic and operational excellence across the global team. Director will be accountable for ensuring high-quality service delivery, operational efficiency, and strong cross-functional coordination, while also contributing to broader business initiatives as required by the Managing Directors of HC Global Fund Services, LLC.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Operational Management

  • Lead, mentor, and guide AML team members to foster a high-performance culture focused on exceptional client and investor service.
  • Coordinate overall team scheduling and ensure all deliverables meet established Service Level Agreement (SLA) timelines.
  • Oversee daily team deliverables, monitor work progress, and provide regular status updates to Managing Directors.
  • Conduct second-level reviews of work completed by AML Associates and Senior Associates.
  • Address escalated matters, identify root causes, and recommend effective solutions.
  • Oversee the completion of ad hoc assignments and AML-related projects within required deadlines.
  • Manage and develop AML staff, ensuring appropriate training, performance management, and professional growth.

Process Improvement & Quality Assurance

  • Identify opportunities to enhance operational processes, system efficiencies, and workflow effectiveness.
  • Ensure timely monitoring and follow-up on outstanding investor matters, including maker/checker review processes.
  • Draft, update, and optimize procedure manuals to reflect evolving best practices and regulatory expectations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Coordinate closely with internal teams, including Fund Administration, Investor Relations, Tax, Financial Statement Preparation, and Treasury, as well as global offices, to ensure seamless delivery of client and investor requests.
  • Support firm-wide initiatives as assigned by Managing Directors, including non-operations work when needed.

Client & Investor Engagement

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and investors, promptly addressing inquiries and ensuring high satisfaction with the services provided.
  • Identify opportunities to expand business through new or existing client relationships.


Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in AML/Compliance within a financial services organization, preferably in Fund Administration.
  • Extensive knowledge of AML regulations, KYC processes, and financial crime risk frameworks.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and staff in a fast-paced environment while consistently meeting deadlines.
  • Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to influence, motivate, and partner effectively across departments.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail, with exceptional organizational and analytical capabilities.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and strong overall computer literacy.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective business relationships internally and externally.


Benefits

To be discussed during the hiring process.

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