Lead Investigator

East West Bank is seeking a Lead Investigator for our BSA Group. The Lead Investigator will conduct and manage complex investigations to ensure compliance with BSA and USA Patriot Act regulations while also continually developing methodologies to evaluate, monitor and report current and evolving potential risks. In addition, this position will have responsibility for providing oversight and guidance for analyses and drafting of regulatory reporting documentation.

• Identifying process and procedural improvements, proposing potential solutions, and owning/managing the execution of ideas
• Collaborating with investigators and people leaders on complex investigations and/or special projects, often functioning in a leadership capacity
• Serving as a “go-to” for leadership and investigators, helping to manage questions and other various needs of the workstream.
• Organizing training and mentorship opportunities by maintaining a sound working knowledge of applicable processes and procedures, participating in meetings, developing training materials, and leading sessions
• Partnering with other workstreams and departments to increase awareness, promote collaboration, and assess impacts

Qualities Desired:

• A critical thinker who is able to identify enhancement opportunities and execute solutions, while fostering collaboration and teamwork among multiple individuals and workstreams
• A proficient communicator who can move seamlessly between oral and written communication and is able to tailor presentations to a variety of audiences
• An organized individual who prioritizes tasks appropriately, identifies and observes deadlines, and can manage multiple responsibilities at once
• A strong leader who understands the value of building consensus
• A driven investigator with a strong understanding of AML risk, management practices, and regulatory requirements
• May perform other duties as assigned

• 5 + years of experience conducting complex financial crimes investigations.  Law Enforcement or Regulatory agency experience considered as well as equivalent investigative backgrounds within financial institutions
• Bachelor’s degree
• Understanding of international banking/finance as well as AML and Sanctions compliance

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Strategic thinker able to assess internal trends in connection to external regulatory and law enforcement environments.
• Strong data analysis skills and experience using data analytics tools to support communications and reporting to senior management
• Advanced degree and/or relevant certifications preferred
• 2 + years of people leader experience in AML investigations, or Compliance role
• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) certification, Certified Protection Professional (CPP) certification, or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification

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