AML Team Lead – Financial Intelligence Unit

About the role

Join Northern Trust’s Global AML Compliance function as a Consultant in the Financial Intelligence Unit. You will lead a small team of analysts responsible for the first‑level investigation of alerts generated by the firm’s automated transaction monitoring system.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day deliverables for a team of analysts, assigning tasks, setting short‑term priorities and monitoring progress.
• Provide regular feedback, coaching and conduct performance‑management and career‑development processes.
• Perform quality checks on completed investigation reports and ensure timely, accurate work.
• Collaborate with internal partners across North America, EMEA and APAC to support global transaction monitoring and navigate jurisdictional regulatory requirements.
• Consult with global partners on complex or sensitive investigations and escalate alerts as needed.
• Act as subject‑matter expert on AML, offering technical guidance and recommending procedural improvements.
• Interact with compliance and risk committees to communicate findings and recommendations.

Required profile

• Proven experience managing a team in an AML or compliance environment.
• Strong knowledge of anti‑money‑laundering regulations and transaction monitoring processes.
• Ability to work across multiple time zones and coordinate with global stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical skills and a track record of solving operational problems.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead a high‑impact team within a globally recognized financial institution.
• Exposure to complex AML investigations across diverse jurisdictions.
• Professional development and career‑growth pathways.