BSA Specialist I - OFAC (Finance)
Wintrust is a financial holding company with approximately $62 billion in assets whose common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market. Guided by its “Different Approach, Better Results” philosophy, Wintrust offers the sophisticated resources of a large bank while providing a community banking experience to each customer. Wintrust operates more than 200 retail banking locations through 16 community bank subsidiaries in the greater Chicago, southern Wisconsin, west Michigan, northwest Indiana, and southwest Florida market areas. In addition, Wintrust operates various non-bank business units, providing residential mortgage origination, wealth management, commercial and life insurance premium financing, short-term accounts receivable financing/outsourced administrative services to the temporary staffing services industry, and qualified intermediary services for tax-deferred exchanges. Our unique business model is a competitive strength and value driver, powered by our talented colleagues who put our customers first and achieve better results for our clients.
Why join us?
An award-winning culture! We are rated a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune (past 11 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
Position Summary
The OFAC BSA Specialist I is responsible for investigation and approval of level one OFAC sanctions and other list screening suspect matches. Escalates close or complex OFAC sanctions matches. Participates in department's special projects. The position supports the overall BSA compliance efforts as required under the Bank Secrecy Act, the USA Patriot Act and the bank's BSA/AML/OFAC Compliance Program and Procedures.
What You'll Do
Investigate and analyze level one suspect matches from OFAC sanctions and other list screening. Escalate close or complex matches to the BSA Specialist II or the Senior BSA Specialist.
Contribute to department's assignments and special projects.
Provide other assistance as requested to the BSA/AML officers in the daily responsibilities of managing the Bank's BSA/AML and OFAC Compliance Program.
Qualifications
2 - 3 years banking experience.
Working knowledge of various laws, regulations and guidance as it relates to BSA, AML and OFAC. Strong communication, problem solving and time management skills.
The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Bachelor's degree preferred
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
Compensation
The estimated hourly rate for this role is $24.04-$31.25, along with eligibility to earn an annual bonus. Actual pay rate may vary based on several factors, such as a candidate's qualifications, skills and experience.
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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.
