Consultant (MS), AML

The Opportunity:

The individual in this position works with and supports supervisors, relationship managers, account owners, and engagement leads for anti-money laundering reviews. Consultants typically have supervisory, training, and/or subject matter expertise responsibilities in addition to their expertise and support on managed services engagements. Consultants are expected to maintain up-to-date knowledge regarding AML regulations, best practices, and nuances associated with the products and services they engage in. 

What you’ll do:

• Support and/or lead managed services projects with other supervisors, relationship managers, account owners, and project leads
• Lead and oversee client engagements, ensuring high-quality delivery of AML/KYC services and solutions. 
• Supervise, coach, and mentor junior consultants and analysts, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence. 
• Participate in training and career development via assigned courses/curriculums, supervisor instruction, and other training opportunities
• Act as a subject matter expert on general AML expertise
• Provide strategic guidance on AML regulatory requirements and best practices, including US-based experience
• Conduct quality assurance reviews and provide sign-off on high-risk or complex cases. 
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and implement department-wide initiatives, including training programs, process improvements, and regulatory updates. 
• Stay current with evolving AML regulations and industry trends to ensure compliance and innovation. 

To qualify for the role you must have:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 5 years of experience in AML/KYC, financial crime compliance, or related fields. 
• Proven experience in investor onboarding, including high-risk clients, funds, trusts, and complex ownership structures.  
• Knowledge of US AML regulations (BSA, OFAC) preferred.
• Proficiency with AML tools such as WorldCheck, LexisNexis, or equivalent.

Skills and attributes for success:

• Demonstrated professional integrity
• Dependable, flexible, and adaptable to new ACA initiatives and changing client needs
• Ability to exercise discretion and make independent judgments on matters of significance
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, small team environment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and clients
• Highly motivated and goal oriented; pro-active in one’s own education and career progression; volunteers for and shows initiative on both internal and external projects and tasks.
• Dedicated to upholding ACA’s high-quality standards and customer service focus
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and comfortable working in a tech enabled environment.

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Major or concentration in compliance, criminal justice, law, business, accounting, finance, and/or economics preferred.

What working at ACA offers:

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options as well as a flexible work environment. You’ll also be granted time off for designated ACA Paid Holidays, Summer Fridays, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. We also offer unique benefits such as Student Debt Forgiveness and Pet Insurance.

About ACA:

ACA Group is the leading governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) advisor in financial services. We empower our clients to reimagine GRC and protect and grow their business. Our innovative approach integrates consulting, managed services, and our ComplianceAlpha® technology platform with the specialized expertise of former regulators and practitioners and our deep understanding of the global regulatory landscape.

What we commit to:

ACA is firmly committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, which applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotions, training, discipline, terminations, layoffs, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation and all other terms and conditions of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.