Senior Financial Crimes Exam Management Lead

Overview

Job Title: Senior Financial Crimes Exam Management Lead
Location: Charlotte, NC
Type: Contract
Max Pay Rate: $95/hr

We are seeking a senior Financial Crimes professional to lead execution of regulatory exam and testing management activities. This role will act as a key advisor to senior stakeholders, coordinating complex exam engagements, managing timelines, and providing counsel on potential observations and findings related to Financial Crimes Risk Management.

• Lead end-to-end execution of regulatory exams, audits, and testing engagements
• Facilitate and lead meetings with internal teams and external examiners
• Manage Requests for Information (RFIs), including intake, coordination, and timely delivery
• Influence testing and audit teams on scoping considerations
• Advise Financial Crimes stakeholders on potential risks, observations, and findings
• Track milestones, manage timelines, and ensure accurate documentation
• Provide strategic guidance on complex Financial Crimes issues and regulatory expectations

• 7+ years of experience in Financial Crimes, Risk Management, Audit, or Regulatory Testing
• Strong knowledge of AML, sanctions, fraud, or operational risk frameworks
• Demonstrated experience managing exams, audits, or regulatory reviews
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and testing teams
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and organizational skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-pressure environment

• Prior regulator, audit, or internal testing experience
• Experience advising on exam findings and remediation considerations
• Strong project and timeline management skills