Fiu Senior Investigator- H/F/X

• Conduct investigations triggered by adverse media, global current events, and geopolitical changes.
• Perform independent reviews and analysis of possible suspicious activity to ensure compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act and the USA Patriot Act.
• Review, analyze and recommend course of action with respect to scope and methodology of reviews and seek guidance from manager when analysis identifies unusual or uncommon situations.
• Conduct complex and global investigations and summarize findings to Senior Management for evaluation of potential risk exposure to the Bank and follow up actions.
• Independently research and verify the accuracy of information obtained through referrals and in the context of investigations.
• Independently conduct documented enhanced due diligence on individuals, and entities, utilizing all available resources and exercise risk-based judgment to develop observations and recommendations.
• Initiate and respond to USA Patriot Act 314(a)/314(b) inquiries from law enforcement and financial institutions.
• Conduct investigations stemming from SG’s Broker Dealer, Societe Generale Americas Securities (“SGAS”), referrals relating to potential market abuse and market manipulation.
• Conduct investigations involving bribery and corruption, fraud, money laundering, terrorist financing, human trafficking, drug trafficking, organized crime, crypto currencies fraud, and cyber fraud, among other.
• Ability to clearly, succinctly, and consistently document and support judgments, decisions and rationale including maintaining records in accordance with business unit standards.
• Prepare Suspicious Activity Reports (“SARs”) efficiently and within regulatory guidelines.
• Apply project management and organization skills to a variety of tasks including ad-hoc assignments.
• Collaborate with members of other teams within Financial Crimes Compliance (“FCC”) to implement initiatives and projects sponsored and approved by FCC management.
• Conduct FCC AML Trainings to SG Branches globally and to Business Units within Société Generale Americas to instill consistency within the SGUS and SG Group Financial Crimes Compliance Program.

Division Description:

The US Compliance department carries out Second Line of Defense monitoring of the corporate banking, investment banking and broker–dealer activities across Societe Generale’s US operations, reporting on the compliance risks and issues to local, regional, and head office management. The staff provide the business lines with guidance on relevant laws, rules, and regulations applicable to their activities and the development of related policies, procedures, training, and controls. The department ensures compliance with US securities, banking, and anti-money laundering and sanctions regulations, oversees key processes and risks of the Know-Your-Customer program. Additionally, it provides trade and communications surveillance, and manages transversal support functions that help the department achieve its goals.

Join the Financial Intelligence Unit (“FIU”), a team of seasoned investigators in its efforts to detect and prevent potential money laundering, terrorist financing, bribery, corruption, and cybercrime facilitated through Société Generale.

Skills and Qualifications:

Must Have:

• 5-8 years of relevant compliance experience in the financial services industry.
• Knowledge and understanding of the laws applicable to money laundering, including the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), The USA PATRIOT ACT, OFAC, FinCEN requirements, and SAR requirements.
• Knowledge of Capital markets (FINRA licensure is a plus).
• Excellent research skills, including experience with online research tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as analytical skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills including ability to problem solve.
• Self-starter with strong ability to work independently.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities and effectiveness in prioritizing workflow to meet critical deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (i.e., MS-Word, MS-Excel, MS-Access, MS-PowerPoint and MS-Outlook).

Nice to Have:

• Proficiency in a foreign language, a plus

OUR CULTURE:
At Societe Generale, we live by our 4 core values of commitment, responsibility, team spirit and innovation. We are engaged and demonstrate consideration for others. We act ethically and with courage. We focus our talent and energy on collective success. We experiment and propose new ideas. This way, we maximize our ability to serve client needs and anticipate market changes. Societe Generale is committed to strengthening bonds with colleagues, communities, and the world in which we live, because relationships are at the heart of how we operate.
For more information about our Culture and Conduct initiatives, please visit this link (https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-culture/)

D&I:
Our Diversity & Inclusion Mission: Recruit, develop, advance, and retain a diverse workforce that is united in our efforts to enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients.

For more information about our D&I initiatives, please visit this link (https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/societe-generale-about/diversity-and-inclusion/)

HYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Societe Generale offers a hybrid work arrangement that offers employees the flexibility to work remotely, as well as on-site, in order to promote interaction and collaboration with colleagues while adhering to all SG standard protocols. Hybrid work arrangements vary based on business area. The applicable Business lines will determine and communicate the work arrangements that best meet their business needs.

COMPENSATION & SALARY RANGE:

Base salary range does not include overtime pay, bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience.

Societe Generale is an equal opportunity employer, and we are proud to make diversity a strength for our company. We are committed to recognizing and promoting the talents and achievements of our employees and staff, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, and any other characteristic or status protected under applicable law.