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AML/CFT Manager, Operations

Today Charlotte, NC

Leads a team and serves as a technical expert on anti-money laundering. Leads the identification and reporting on suspicious client transactions, suspected money laundering activities, and illicit financing. Leads client due diligence checks to detect and prevent money laundering. Provides oversight and expertise to team regarding anti-money laundering processes and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and protect shareholder assets.

Core Responsibilities

  • Hires, evaluates, and supervises crew. Provides guidance and training as necessary to develop crew. Sets performance standards, reviews performance, and makes informed compensation decisions in accordance with all applicable Human Resources policies and procedures.
  • Oversees a team performing complex analyses and monitoring to detect suspicious client activity and potential money laundering activities. Leads and coordinates team efforts to report suspicious activity to governmental agencies.
  • Oversees the collection of documentation and research into alleged violations using public records, internet databases, and other sources. Performs due diligence measures such as customer identification, bank secrecy and cash reporting requirements, and sanctions screening.
  • Resolves complex inquiries and issues related to anti-money laundering. Responds to issues escalated by more junior team members. Collaborates with internal partners and business leaders to provide advice, guidance, and assistance on anti-money laundering matters. Coaches team on responding to unique or complex inquiries.
  • Prepares required internal and external reporting in accordance with departmental policies and regulatory guidelines.
  • Presents key findings and recommendations to management. Works with leaders to identify priorities and determine strategies for AML operations. Partners with Financial Crimes leaders to continuously improve the established due diligence framework.
  • Leads formal and informal educational activities, including presentations, staff meetings and training programs related to anti-money laundering initiatives and financial crimes prevention. Develops and delivers training and education to more junior crew members.
  • Maintains a broad knowledge of the investment industry and compliance developments with implications for Vanguard's anti-money laundering program. Keeps abreast of the current market, regulatory and industry news. Serves as a specialist on compliance related issues. Acts as a liaison to regulatory agencies.
  • Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

  • Minimum of five years related work experience. Regulatory, compliance, investment, or auditing experience preferred. Supervisory experience preferred.
  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Special Factors

Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

Client-provided location(s): Charlotte, NC, Malvern, PA
Job ID: Vanguard-173054
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-01-29T19:59:28

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • Pet Insurance
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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