BSA/AML Compliance Associate

BBVA

BSA/AML Compliance Associate supporting BBVA’s U.S. banking compliance program.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $110,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive knowledge of BSA/AML compliance, including the USA PATRIOT Act and OFAC regulations, with proven experience in transaction monitoring, suspicious activity investigations, and drafting Suspicious Activity Reports. Capable of managing AML-related inquiries and collaborating with various business lines while maintaining high professional standards.

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BSA/AML ComplianceSuspicious Activity ReportingTransaction MonitoringCAMS DesignationSpanish Language Proficiency

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Hard Skills

BSA/AMLOFAC ComplianceKYCTransaction Monitoring ReviewSuspicious Activity InvestigationsCompany SearchesLexisNexisWorld-CheckCase Management ToolsAML Procedures Development

Soft Skills

ProfessionalismIndependent WorkInterpersonal Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

CAMS Designation

Industry Keywords

USA PATRIOT ActLATAMSpainBroker/Dealer ExperienceRegulatory ExaminationsInternal Audits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the bank’s BSA/AML Program and ensure compliance with applicable BSA/AML and OFAC rules and regulations
Review automated transaction monitoring alerts and conduct end-to-end suspicious activity investigations
Draft high-quality Suspicious Activity Reports and document no-file decisions
Participate in SAR filing quality control
Liaise with Business Lines, Client Onboarding, Operations, and Legal
Manage Requests for Information and advise on AML-related inquiries
Support regulatory examinations, internal audits, and independent inquiries
Contribute to transaction monitoring tuning and development of detection scenarios
Develop, maintain, and update AML team procedures
Execute special projects, thematic reviews, and assignments as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required
At least five years of experience in BSA/AML
In-depth technical knowledge of BSA/AML, USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC Sanctions compliance, KYC, and transaction monitoring review and reporting
Experience conducting company searches and using LexisNexis and World-Check
Experience with transaction monitoring and case management tools
Active CAMS designation preferred or ability to acquire within 180 days of hire
Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish highly desirable
Knowledge of LATAM/Spain regions highly desirable
Broker/Dealer experience
Ability to work independently or with limited supervision on highly sensitive matters
Ability to interface with Senior Management and exhibit a high level of professionalism
Employment eligibility to work with BBVA in the U.S. required; BBVA will not pursue visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous employee benefits package
Discretionary bonus
Work-life balance
Equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer