AML Manager

We are a provider of specialized fund administration services for Managers and General Partners of private equity funds, specifically:
Buy‑out, Venture Capital, Real Estate and Fund‑of‑Funds. For new General Partners, we provide consulting services to help accelerate the launch of their funds in addition to our full fund administration services. For established General Partners, we provide administration services and technology to whole fund families or select funds, to help scale their fund operations rapidly and efficiently.

The AML Manager role plays a key role in ensuring investors are screened prior to onboarding at Standish Management. The AML Manager will be responsible for reviewing AML reports, quarterly reporting, managing billing for in house AML services, file organization, and assisting with other client reports. This role will report directly to the AML Senior Manager. High performers will have the opportunity to progress within the Client Onboarding and System Solutions’ AML Team.

This role can be remote but will be based in Mountain Time or Pacific Time zones.

• Advising and assisting clients on requirements of their BSA/AML and Sanctions Compliance Program, including customer lifecycle support (e.g., KYC, Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD), adverse media screening), Transaction Monitoring, Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC) and AML compliance system implementation/tuning.
• Facilitate client meetings by delivering comprehensive information about Standish's Anti-Money Laundering (AML) offerings.
• Ensure prompt communication of changes in investors' AML statuses through continuous monitoring, maintaining strong client relationships.
• Collaborate closely with the Senior Manager to provide information regarding new clients and perform necessary follow-ups.
• Lead the daily KYC workflow assigning and controlling work of associates and team leads to ensure assignments are completed.
• Lead, perform, and coordinate KYC, CDD, and EDD reviews of high-risk customers.
• Act as a reviewer from Anti-Money Laundering (AML) process to promote precision and accuracy.
• Work in conjunction with the Directors to strategize and implement optimal procedures for onboarding new clients with AML requirements.
• Develop and document policies and procedures for AML service offerings, contributing to a well-defined and structured framework.
• Uphold project deadlines and quality standards as the lead on client engagements.
• Identify gaps, weaknesses, or emerging risks in first line KYC practices.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess BSA/AML impacts on first line KYC activities that may impact the investment advisory industry.
• Develops close working partnerships with others across different internal departments and liaise regularly with clients, new accounts staff, and other support functions including managers and local business officers.
• Coordinate invoicing efforts with internal stakeholders.

• Bachelor's Degree
• 8+ years of experience in a client‑oriented professional office environment, preferably in a related industry
• 8+ years of AML/ KYC experience
• 3+ years of people – leadership experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Familiarity with AML Software
• CAMs (preferred)

• Ability to manage high volume workload by multi-tasking and prioritizing
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with all levels of internal and external parties
• Ability to work independently and exercise professional judgment
• Team player with a strong work ethic