Job Description

Join a Leading Global Investment Firm – AFC & Compliance Officer Opportunity A global investment management firm is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Financial Crimes Compliance Officer to join its Anti-Financial Crime (AFC) function in the Americas. This role sits within the second line of defense and plays a critical part in supporting the firm’s regional compliance framework and safeguarding the business against financial crime risks. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a globally recognized financial institution that values innovation, collaboration, and integrity. The successful candidate will gain exposure to a broad range of compliance initiatives and work alongside a high-performing team of professionals dedicated to upholding the highest standards in anti-financial crime compliance. Key Responsibilities: Serve as an AFC advisor to the business, with a focus on AML, sanctions, and embargoes. Oversee implementation and ongoing maintenance of AML policies and internal guidance documentation. Provide support and subject matter expertise for entity- and product-level risk assessments. Assist with internal and external audit coordination, including documentation, remediation planning, and tracking of findings. Administer and maintain AML service-level agreements (SLAs) related to both in-house and outsourced activities. Prepare and deliver regular reporting (e.g. AML annual reports for legal entities). Collaborate with regional and global compliance teams to align on policies and procedures. Contribute to firmwide initiatives and projects with AFC/Compliance implications, including new product approvals. Candidate Profile: ~2–5 years of experience in an anti-financial crime or compliance function, ideally within asset management. ~ Familiarity with investment products such as mutual funds and private funds. ~ Strong understanding of AML frameworks; prior sanctions experience is a plus. ~ Professional certifications (e.g. ACAMS) preferred. ~ Organized, analytical, and comfortable managing multiple workstreams simultaneously. This is a hybrid opportunity: 3 days a week onsite in Manhattan, New York.

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