US Correspondent Banking; CBI AML Operations - Team Leader

Join Barclays as a US Correspondent Banking (CBI) AML Operations – Team Leader. You will manage the day‑to‑day operations of a team of investigators responsible for reviewing automated alerts generated by the Financial Crimes Case Management (FCCM) transaction monitoring platform. The role ensures that investigations are conducted accurately, thoroughly, and in alignment with internal quality expectations and regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities include evaluating case summaries, ensuring written outputs are clear and well‑reasoned, monitoring case ageing, and providing coaching or training to enhance team capability.

The job holder will also review Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) prepared by investigators and serve as a voting member of the Barclays NY Suspicious Activity Report Review Committee (SARRC), assessing escalated investigations and approving SARs for submission to FinCEN. Additionally, the role is accountable for adherence to AML policies, internal controls, and statutory reporting requirements while maintaining effective engagement with senior internal and external stakeholders.

To be successful as a US Correspondent Banking (CBI) AML Operations – Team Leader, you should have:

• Extensive knowledge of AML Compliance, the Bank Secrecy Act, or related areas, supported by investigative experience in financial crime matters.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including oversight of team performance, coaching, and staff development.
• Advanced analytical and problem‑solving capability, with the ability to evaluate complex transactional behaviors and make well‑reasoned, risk‑based decisions.

Some other highly valued skills may include:

• Industry‑recognized credentials such as Certified Anti‑Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), CFE, JD, or other advanced certifications.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and supporting software.
• Broad understanding of financial services products, including correspondent banking, with familiarity in financial crime risks, red flags, and typologies.
• Exceptional communication and relationship‑building abilities, enabling effective engagement with stakeholders at all levels.

You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in this role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking, digital and technology, as well as job‑specific technical skills.

This role is located in Whippany, NJ.

Minimum Salary: $140,000

Maximum Salary: $195,000

The minimum and maximum salary/rate information above include only base salary or base hourly rate. It does not include any other type of compensation or benefits that may be available.

Barclays employees are eligible for a suite of competitive and generous employee benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), life insurance, and other paid leave for qualifying circumstances.

This position is eligible for an incentive award.

To manage operations within a business area and maintain processes, risk management initiatives and compliance with relevant regulators.

• Identification of trends and opportunities to improve areas and develop new processes and procedures through the monitoring and analysis of operation data and performance metrics.
• Management of operations for a business area and promote efficient processes, risk management and compliance initiatives to support the bank's operations.
• Collaboration with internal stakeholders (including business leaders, project manager and SMEs) and external stakeholders (including vendors and service providers) to support business operations and promote alignment with the bank's objectives and SLAs.
• Management of operational professionals and provide guidance, coaching and support to improve colleagues' delivery quality.
• Management and development of KPIs to measure the effectiveness of operation functions, utilising data and technology to support the identification of areas that require improvement.
• Compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal policies related to customer experience.
• Creation of a safe environment for colleagues to speak up, actively and regularly encourage and solicit feedback to ensure people agenda remains focused on the right areas.
• Management of attrition by working closely with HR in implementing retention initiatives for workforce.