AVP, AML Governance Manager

Synchrony

AVP, AML Governance Manager responsible for supporting the operation of AML Governance function. Involves governance coordination, reporting, issue management, and stakeholder engagement.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeStamford • California, Kansas, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $90,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Compliance Risk Management and BSA/AML within regulated financial services, with a strong focus on governance coordination, executive reporting, and issue management. Proficient in synthesizing complex information into actionable dashboards and metrics for senior leadership.

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Compliance Risk ManagementBSA/AMLGovernance CoordinationExecutive ReportingMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Governance OperationsIssue ManagementChange ManagementDashboard ProductionMetrics Development

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsHighly OrganizedAttention to Detail

Industry Keywords

Financial Crimes ComplianceRegulated Financial ServicesStakeholder EngagementGovernance RoutinesChange Impact Assessments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for supporting the day-to-day operation of the AML Governance function through governance coordination, executive reporting, issue management, change management, and governance operations
Coordinate governance routines, operating rhythms, committee activities, and management forums
Produce and maintain AML program reporting, dashboards, and governance metrics
Facilitate governance-related communications and stakeholder engagement
Support intake, tracking, and governance of AML escalations
Provide day-to-day operational support for AML issue management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in Compliance Risk Management, BSA/AML, and/or financial crimes compliance within a regulated financial services environment
In lieu of a degree, high school diploma and 8+ BSA/AML and/or financial crimes compliance within a regulated financial services environment
Demonstrated experience supporting governance routines and executive-level reporting
Strong ability to synthesize inputs from multiple AML functions into clear, accurate dashboards, metrics, and executive summaries
Experience coordinating change impact assessments and tracking approvals/milestones
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing materials for senior leadership
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple time-sensitive deliverables
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexibility to work from home near one of our Hubs or in the office
Eligible for annual bonus based on individual and company performance