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BSA Manager

Location US-TX-Houston | US-CA-San Francisco | US-CA-Pasadena
Job ID
2025-12471
Category
Audit/Risk Management
Position Type
Full-Time

Introduction

Since 1973, East West Bank has served as a pathway to success. With over 110 locations across the U.S. and Asia, we are the premier financial bridge between the East and West. Our teams of experienced, multi-cultural professionals help guide businesses and community members on both sides of the Pacific looking to explore new markets and create new opportunities, and our sustained growth and expertise in industries like real estate, entertainment and media, private equity and venture capital, and high-tech help build sustainable businesses and expand our associates’ potential for career advancement. 
 
Headquartered in California, East West Bank (Nasdaq: EWBC) is a top-performing commercial bank with a strong foundation, an enterprising spirit and a commitment to absolute integrity. East West Bank gives people the confidence to reach further.

Overview

We are currently seeking a BSA Manager. This position is responsible for the formulation, implementation and monitoring of the BSA and Anti-Money Laundering compliance program designed to ensure that the bank achieves optimum compliance with regulatory requirements through coordination and execution of financial crime risk controls while supporting the Bank’s adherence to regulatory requirements while enabling responsible business growth. The individual will be primarily responsible for ongoing management of our high-risk customer monitoring workflow to ensure production and quality objectives are met or exceeded and initiating process enhancements to optimize effectiveness and efficiency.

Responsibilities

  • Provide consistent guidance and leadership to domestic and cross border Customer Risk Management (CRM) teams
  • Review, evaluate and provided guidance on escalated matters of potential AML or financial crime risk
  • Manage the review, approval and renewal of CTR exemptions for qualified customers
  • Manage Requests for Information (RFIs) sent to first line business partners to ensure receipt of accurate and timely responses
  • Create/amend Policies and Procedures on a routine and as-needed basis
  • Assure Team adheres to policies and procedures
  • Prepare and conduct Staff meetings/trainings
  • Prepare and administer annual performance evaluations
  • May perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • CAMS certification preferred
  • Over 10 years extensive Banking experience and knowledge including but not limited to:
  • BSA/OFAC Compliance
  • Bank Regulatory Requirements
  • Internal/External Audits
  • Interaction with Bank Regulators
  • Risk Management
  • Branch Operations
  • Bank Policies and Procedures
  • Management of 15+ employees
  • Ability to provide professional and comprehensive documents/communications
  • Ability to determine priorities, multi-task and meet deadlines
  • Ability to plan and manage the activities of the OFAC and CTR Teams, including administering goals, clearly defining expectations and monitoring progress
  • Possess excellent communication skills

 

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States.  We do not offer visa sponsorship at this time.  

Compensation

The base pay range for this position is USD $90,000.00/Yr. - USD $150,000.00/Yr. Exact offers will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

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East West Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations for disability are provided to applicants and employees in accordance with applicable law.