Head of AML Strategic Engagement - Senior Vice President
Citi · Washington, United States · 1d ago
The AML External Engagement Lead role serves as the primary point of contact for Citi's AML Program, both internally and externally, for all AML external engagement and AML policy rulemaking matters in the United States. The successful candidate will utilize their extensive regulatory expertise and industry leadership to analyze public consultations, coordinate Citi AML's strategic priorities with key internal Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and stakeholders, and represent and advocate for these priorities externally with major financial trade associations and international bodies.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the primary coordinator and point of contact for Citi's response to US AML/CFT policy rulemaking, legislative developments, and public consultations (e.g., FinCEN, OCC, FRB, FDIC).
- Review, analyze, and synthesize public consultations, notices of proposed rulemaking (NPRMs), and regulatory guidance to assess operational and compliance impacts on Citi's AML Program and business lines.
- Convene and lead internal working groups with key SMEs and senior stakeholders across Independent Compliance Risk Management (ICRM), Legal, and Lines of Business (LOBs) to formulate unified corporate positions.
- Represent Citi AML's strategic interests and actively participate in key industry trade groups and forums, including the Bank Policy Institute (BPI), The Clearing House (TCH), American Bankers Association (ABA), Institute of International Finance (IIF), Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA), and the Wolfsberg Group.
- Collaborate with regional and global partners to track and ensure alignment of US policy advocacy with global AML/CFT standards and Citi' AMLs international compliance strategy and policies.
- Act as an industry thought leader, proactively identifying emerging regulatory trends, legislative developments, and international standards (e.g., FATF) to brief senior leadership and guide proactive control enhancements.
Qualifications:
- Extensive experience in AML compliance, regulatory policy, legal, or government relations within a tier-1 financial institution, regulatory agency, or prominent trade association.
- Extensive knowledge of appropriate regulatory requirements including local and US laws, international and industry standards (e.g., BSA, USA PATRIOT Act, AML Act of 2020, FATF and Wolfsberg standards).
- Extensive knowledge of AML regulations, risks, and appropriate controls.
- Demonstrated experience analyzing federal rulemaking processes, drafting or contribution to formal comment letters, and coordinating multi-stakeholder policy positions.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex regulatory concepts into clear, persuasive advocacy materials and executive briefings.
- Strong diplomatic, negotiation, and influencing skills, with a demonstrated ability to lead and build consensus across diverse, cross-functional, and global teams.
- Demonstrated analytical skills.
- Demonstrated leadership and motivational skills.
- Ability to work with regional and global partners, and influence and lead people across culture and senior level.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience.
- Master’s degree preferred
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Job Family Group:
Compliance------------------------------------------------------
Job Family:
AML Risk Management------------------------------------------------------
Time Type:
Full time------------------------------------------------------
Primary Location:
Washington District Of Columbia United States------------------------------------------------------
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$155,360.00 - $233,040.00
In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
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Most Relevant Skills
Analytical Thinking, Business Acumen, Credible Challenge, Digital Skills (Including AI), Laws and Regulations, Process Execution, Program Management, Referral and Escalation, Risk Controls and Monitors, Risk Identification and Assessment.------------------------------------------------------
Other Relevant Skills
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.------------------------------------------------------
Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Oct 20, 2026------------------------------------------------------
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