Senior BSA Specialist at Wintrust Financial Corporation in Rosemont, Illinois

Job Description:

Wintrust is a financial holding company with approximately $50 billion assets under management and traded on the NASDAQ:WTFC. Built on the "HAVE IT ALL" model, Wintrust offers sophisticated technology and resources of a large bank while focusing on providing service-based community banking to each and every customer. Wintrust operates fifteen community bank subsidiaries with over 170 banking locations in the greater Chicago and southern Wisconsin market areas. Additionally, Wintrust operates various non-bank business units including commercial and life insurance premium financing, short-term accounts receivable financing, out-sourced administrative services, mortgage origination and purchase, wealth management services and qualified intermediary services for tax-deferred exchanges.

Why join us?

• An award-winning culture! We are rated a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune (past 9 years) and Employee Recommended award by the Globe & Mail (past 6 years).




• Competitive pay and discretionary or incentive bonus eligible.




• Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, a 401k plan with a generous company match and tuition reimbursement to name a few




• Promote from within culture.

Why join this team?

• Hybrid Work Schedule – Split your time working remotely and at our Corporate Headquarters in Rosemont, IL




• An entrepreneurial culture with opportunity for growth

Job Description

The Senior BSA Specialist – Investigations Unit is seen as a leader by their peers, has a working knowledge of BSA/AML/OFAC regulations and an overall understanding of banking products and services, preferably holds industry certifications, and can fill-in for individuals when needed.  They conduct specialized case investigations/Suspicious Activity Reports, quality control review and approval of case investigations/Suspicious Activity Reports, develop and maintain procedures, provide training, make recommendations, manage to identified KPI’s, and is relied on for special projects.  Act on behalf of Investigations Manager or Officers in their absence.   The Senior BSA Specialist is responsible for coordinating training for new employees to the team and provides additional mentoring and support to the BSA Investigators on the team.

NOTE: This position is located in Rosemont IL and is hybrid.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct advanced and specialized case investigations/SAR filings and maintain identified KPIs.




• Case investigations and Suspicious Activity Report quality control review and approvals.




• Assists the BSA Investigations Manager in the daily responsibilities of managing the Investigations Unit, deliver on KPI instructions, meet Compliance and Corporate goals, and meet regulatory expectations.




• Manages and coordinates training for new hires and provides coaching for the BSA Investigators.




• Exam and Audit Assistance.




• Project assistance, as needed.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of BSA/AML experience, particularly in Investigations and SAR filings.




• Working knowledge of BSA/AML/OFAC laws, regulations, and guidance.




• Proficient in MS Office.




• CAMS certified or in the process of obtaining CAMS certifications or other BSA/Fraud related certification preferred, but not required.




• College degree preferred but not required.

Benefits

Medical Insurance • Dental • Vision • Life insurance • Accidental death and dismemberment • Short-term and long term Disability Insurance • Parental Leave • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Employee Stock Purchase Plan at 5% discount • Critical Illness Insurance • Accident Insurance • Transportation and Commuting Benefits • Banking Benefits • Pet Insurance

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From our first day in business, Wintrust has been proud to serve a variety of unique communities and people from all walks of life. To be Chicago’s Bank® and Wisconsin's Bank®, we need to reflect that diversity both in all the communities we serve, the people we employ, the organizations we work with, and our banking and lending practices. Wintrust Financial Corporation, including community banking and financial services subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.