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 eligibleComprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, a 401k plan with a generous company match and tuition reimbursement to name a fewPromote from within cultureWhy join this team?Hybrid Work Schedule – Split your time working remotely and at our Corporate Headquarters in Rosemont, ILAn entrepreneurial culture with opportunity for growthPosition SummaryThe Sr BSA Specialist of Risk Assessments position is responsible for the administration, development, and ongoing support of the BSA/AML/OFAC Program Risk Assessment for Wintrust Financial Corporation and relevant subsidiaries. This role also includes duties related to other Enterprise Risk Assessments as assigned as applicable to the BSA Department. Through these tasks, the position provides compliance oversight of the regulatory requirements of BSA/AML/USA Patriot Act and OFAC Laws, as well as the general support of Wintrust’s BSA/AML/OFAC Program, Policies, and Procedures.What You’ll DoBSA/AML/OFAC Program Risk Assessment – The administration, development, and ongoing support of all BSA/AML/OFAC Risk Assessments (Risk Assessments) which includes the enterprise-wide holding company level risk assessments and separate risk assessments for each bank and subsidiary. There are various phases of the process which include strategy, planning, scope, preparation, coordination, assist in the interview process with line of businesses, statistical / quantitative analysis, scoring, executive summaries, QC, etc. Efforts include administering the BSA/AML/OFAC Program Risk Assessment. Additionally, preparing period Risk Assessment updates and targeted Risk Assessments when appropriate. Includes representing the Risk Assessment process to audiences as needed, such as Audit/Exam etc.Enterprise Projects BSA/OFAC Risk Liaison – Includes functioning as a delegate for the BSA Director with regards to Enterprise Projects captured in the Clarity Application. Efforts include sharing information between the BSA Department and Project Teams, with a focus on communicating and understanding BSA/OFAC Risks relevant to the subject projects to support their planning and progression.Exam and Audit Assistance.Other duties as assigned relevant to the BSA Governance Unit.Qualifications3+ Years of AML/OFAC Experience3+ Years Analytics/Reporting ExperienceBachelor’s Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or other Applied Quantitative Field preferred.Competent Data Analysis, Integration, and Validation and strong understanding of Risk Management, analytical, and problem solving skills.Advanced Beginner Database Language Skills (pref. SQL) and Reporting & Visualization Tools (pref. PowerBI).Expert skilled at Documentation, Reporting, and Communication of Risk Assessment work/subjects.BenefitsMedical 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#LI-HYBRID#LI-VB1From 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.
