Relationship Manager II, Technology Banking - Fintech Compliance
First Citizens, Cottonwood Heights, UT, United States
Overview
Vice President I, Fintech Compliance Relationship Manager is a hybrid role with expectations to work both inside and outside the Salt Lake City or Phoenix office. This role is within Silicon Valley Bank and First Citizens, a diversified financial institution. Responsibilities
Reviewing FinTech and Crypto prospects and client relationships (with a primary focus on Embedded Payments prospects and clients) prior to submitting to First Line of Defense Enhanced Due Diligence (FLOD EDD) for final approval. Working with the Fintech/Crypto Relationship Managers and FLOD EDD to remediate any escalations and to execute the framework for reviewing prospects or clients and analyzing the risks associated with that prospect or client. Risk Assessments: Execute a client risk assessment to evaluate the FinTech Client’s AML/Sanctions Compliance Risk from an inherent and residual risk. Controls Identification: Based on the review of the client identify controls that the client may have in place or need to design and implement to reduce the inherent risk. Emerging Risks: Develop a process to identify emerging risks certain business models within FinTech may pose to First Citizens Commercial Bank. Point of Contact for Fintech: Serve as the point of contact for FLOD to discuss FinTech client risks. Escalations: Review and address client escalations. Reporting: Provide regular reporting and follow-up on client risks to management. Communication: This position requires strong communication skills to articulate expectations from a FLOD EDD and Sanctions Compliance perspective, and to interact with the Client/Prospect and the Fintech Team. Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of experience in banking, risk management, audit experience, as well as financial crimes or compliance management processes OR High School Diploma or GED and 8 years of experience in banking, risk management, audit experience, as well as financial crimes or compliance management processes. Preferred Qualifications
5 years of banking, risk management, or audit experience with a minimum of 3 years of experience related to financial crimes or compliance management processes. Demonstrate strong knowledge of financial crimes risks and the prevention and mitigation processes and controls. Strong knowledge of control frameworks and the ability to design and evaluate effectiveness of controls embedded within business processes. Knowledge of the risk and compliance standards/guidance such as FinCEN and FFIEC guidance. Strong understanding of the Compliance Management Systems and the regulatory frameworks that apply to financial institutions. Good understanding of regulatory requirements that apply to the financial services sector and banking operations. Ability to assess processes to identify key controls. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Good time management and attention to detail. Good analytical, research, organizational, and project management skills. Strong individual contributor with the ability to work effectively as a team. Flexibility in learning new topics, handling change and deadlines. Familiar with corporate governance standards. Effective communication and negotiation skills. Preferred Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or equivalent. MBA or MS is a plus. Compensation
For Irvine and San Diego, the base pay for this position is generally between $142,950-$190,600 per year. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non‑discriminatory factors permitted by law. Compensation may include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment. Benefits
Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.
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Vice President I, Fintech Compliance Relationship Manager is a hybrid role with expectations to work both inside and outside the Salt Lake City or Phoenix office. This role is within Silicon Valley Bank and First Citizens, a diversified financial institution. Responsibilities
Reviewing FinTech and Crypto prospects and client relationships (with a primary focus on Embedded Payments prospects and clients) prior to submitting to First Line of Defense Enhanced Due Diligence (FLOD EDD) for final approval. Working with the Fintech/Crypto Relationship Managers and FLOD EDD to remediate any escalations and to execute the framework for reviewing prospects or clients and analyzing the risks associated with that prospect or client. Risk Assessments: Execute a client risk assessment to evaluate the FinTech Client’s AML/Sanctions Compliance Risk from an inherent and residual risk. Controls Identification: Based on the review of the client identify controls that the client may have in place or need to design and implement to reduce the inherent risk. Emerging Risks: Develop a process to identify emerging risks certain business models within FinTech may pose to First Citizens Commercial Bank. Point of Contact for Fintech: Serve as the point of contact for FLOD to discuss FinTech client risks. Escalations: Review and address client escalations. Reporting: Provide regular reporting and follow-up on client risks to management. Communication: This position requires strong communication skills to articulate expectations from a FLOD EDD and Sanctions Compliance perspective, and to interact with the Client/Prospect and the Fintech Team. Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of experience in banking, risk management, audit experience, as well as financial crimes or compliance management processes OR High School Diploma or GED and 8 years of experience in banking, risk management, audit experience, as well as financial crimes or compliance management processes. Preferred Qualifications
5 years of banking, risk management, or audit experience with a minimum of 3 years of experience related to financial crimes or compliance management processes. Demonstrate strong knowledge of financial crimes risks and the prevention and mitigation processes and controls. Strong knowledge of control frameworks and the ability to design and evaluate effectiveness of controls embedded within business processes. Knowledge of the risk and compliance standards/guidance such as FinCEN and FFIEC guidance. Strong understanding of the Compliance Management Systems and the regulatory frameworks that apply to financial institutions. Good understanding of regulatory requirements that apply to the financial services sector and banking operations. Ability to assess processes to identify key controls. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Good time management and attention to detail. Good analytical, research, organizational, and project management skills. Strong individual contributor with the ability to work effectively as a team. Flexibility in learning new topics, handling change and deadlines. Familiar with corporate governance standards. Effective communication and negotiation skills. Preferred Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or equivalent. MBA or MS is a plus. Compensation
For Irvine and San Diego, the base pay for this position is generally between $142,950-$190,600 per year. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non‑discriminatory factors permitted by law. Compensation may include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment. Benefits
Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.
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