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SteerBridge

Director of Compliance

Vienna, VA · Hybrid

$150K - $190K/yr

The Director of Compliance serves as the primary operational liaison with the issuing bank ... Oversee compliance activities related to AML/BSA, financial crimes compliance, fraud prevention ...

SteerBridge

Director of Compliance

Vienna, VA · On-site

The Director of Compliance serves as the primary operational liaison with the issuing bank ... Oversee compliance activities related to AML/BSA, financial crimes compliance, fraud prevention ...

SteerBridge

Director of Compliance

Vienna, VA · Hybrid

The Director of Compliance serves as the primary operational liaison with the issuing bank ... Oversee compliance activities related to AML/BSA, financial crimes compliance, fraud prevention ...

Freddie Mac

Fraud Senior Director

Mclean, VA · On-site

... Senior Director and work in conjunction with Single Family (SF) Acquisitions business leaders ... Set fraud, anti-money laundering (AML) and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) risk management ...

Freddie Mac

Fraud Senior Director

Mclean, VA · On-site

... Senior Director and work in conjunction with Single Family (SF) Acquisitions business leaders ... Set fraud, anti-money laundering (AML) and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) risk management ...

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How much do aml director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for aml director in Virginia is $86,261.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,489.00 and $108,437.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an AML director?

AML Directors are senior professionals responsible for overseeing an organization's Anti-Money Laundering (AML) programs and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. They develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures to detect and prevent money laundering and financial crimes. AML Directors also lead teams, conduct risk assessments, and coordinate with regulatory agencies during audits or investigations. Their role is critical in safeguarding the financial system from illicit activities.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an AML director?

To thrive as an AML Director, you need in-depth knowledge of anti-money laundering laws, risk assessment, compliance management, and typically a degree in finance, law, or a related field. Familiarity with AML software, transaction monitoring systems, and certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) are highly valued. Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills set top performers apart in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring regulatory compliance, mitigating financial crime risks, and leading teams in complex, high-stakes environments.

How does an AML director typically collaborate with other departments to ensure compliance across the organization?

An AML Director works closely with departments such as legal, operations, risk management, and IT to create and maintain effective anti-money laundering programs. They lead cross-functional meetings to develop policies, implement training, and ensure that all teams understand and comply with regulatory requirements. Regular communication with senior leadership is also a key aspect, as the AML Director provides updates on compliance initiatives and potential risks. This collaborative approach helps foster a culture of compliance and enables quick responses to emerging threats.

What is the difference between Aml Director vs Compliance Manager?

AspectAml DirectorCompliance Manager
Required CredentialsAML certifications, relevant degreesCompliance certifications, relevant degrees
Work EnvironmentSenior leadership, strategic oversightOperational, day-to-day compliance tasks
Employer & Industry UsageFinancial institutions, banks, fintechsFinancial institutions, banks, fintechs
Search & Comparison IntentHigh-level AML oversight rolesOperational compliance roles

The Aml Director typically holds a senior, strategic role focused on overseeing AML programs, policies, and compliance at an organizational level. In contrast, a Compliance Manager handles daily compliance activities, ensuring adherence to regulations. Both roles require AML-related certifications and are common in financial sectors, but the Aml Director operates at a higher strategic level.

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Infographic showing various Aml Director job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,261 per year, or $41.5 per hour.

Specialist III -- AML & BSA (FIU CTR)

Atlantic Union Bank

Glen Allen, VA • On-site

$34.91 - $57.94/hr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Atlantic Union Bank rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

88th of 171 rated banks

Job description

The Specialist III -- AML & BSA (FIU CTR) will serve as a subject matter expert (SME) and performer of reporting associated with Currency Transaction Reporting (CTR) and CTR Exemptions. This individual is responsible for implementing/deploying a CTR Quality review process to include reviews prior to filing, performing the daily filing queue prior to end of each business day, ownership and maintenance of related procedures along with continuously improving processes that adheres to the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regulatory requirements. The position is responsible for validation between the Bank's CTR filing to data within the BSA E-Filing system to quickly identify and act upon discrepancies. Responsibilities will also include quick corrective action of all filing error notifications and/or working with FinCEN to determine back filing should the need arise.
Additionally, the Specialist III -- AML & BSA (FIU CTR) will serve as the designated FIU teammate responsible for identifying and completing reviews pertaining to the Bank's CTR Exemption process. The individual will be responsible for performing quality reviews on the Bank's Exemption List and/or population of exempt customers. The position will be instrumental in providing information related to all CTR filings, Exemptions (initial and annual reviews) in preparation for, and during audits and exams.
Position Accountabilities
  • Administers the quality reviews of CTRs to validate all regulatory required information is appropriately populated and accurate, ensuring no technical violations of law, as related transactor, conductor, and transactional data requiring filing.
  • Oversees the CTR production and CTR quality teams of a third-party performer
  • Responsible for partnering with a third-party performer in the Operational oversight of overall CTR process for the Bank, ensuring all reports are submitted accurately and timely via BSA E-Fling on a daily basis.
  • Responsible for identifying customers with multiple accounts to ensure accurate cash aggregation.
  • Responsible for building partnerships to influence a streamlined and efficient CTR process, all cash sales are transacted appropriately to ensure proper aggregation, and those requiring inclusion of the Bank's Monetary Instrument Log (MIL) are accurately captured, including ultimate import into the AML system for analyzing and record retention.
  • Corresponds with FinCEN on any backfiling requirements, ensuring the AML Risk Manager is kept abreast of findings.
  • Escalate exception trends to AML Risk Manager and/or line of business leader(s).
  • Provides monthly CTR production (filings, exemptions, annual reviews) statistics to AML Risk Manager and BSA Officer Director.
  • Works directly with the FIU Systems-Data Governance team to verify daily feeds are processed correctly (CTR and Monetary Instruments).
  • Works with the lines of business to appropriately identify and risk rate cash-intensive customers and those customers with cash-vault and/or courier services, ensuring transactions are correctly processed within the core system for appropriate CTR identification/aggregation and ultimate import into the AML system for analysis.
  • Reviews daily exception report and correct transactions where appropriate.
  • Performs CTR exemption reviews upon receipt, at identification, and/or annually.
  • Oversees the maintenance of the Bank's CTR Exemption List.
  • Decision-maker for CTR filings supporting the first and second lines of defense, to ensure production levels and quality of reviews appropriately identify gaps and result in timely resolution.
  • Identifies gaps/weaknesses and works with appropriate leaders to remedy and perform ongoing monitoring to ensure success and sustainability of processes.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Organizational Relationship
  • Report to -AML Risk Manager
  • Oversight of third party performers and processes

Position Qualifications
Education & Experience
  • Experience in BSA AML program environments and oversight of quality programs
  • Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Business, or a related field is preferred.
  • AML Certification (CAMS, CAFP) or other similar certification is preferred.
  • Must have a minimum of 5 years demonstrated experience in BSA AML related role, with at least 3 years of CTR experience.
  • Must have 2 years' experience in an oversight role

Knowledge & Skills
  • Experience and knowledge of BSA AML regulatory and program requirements
  • Advanced communication skills with ability to interact with senior management, vendors, and other business lines with tact and diplomacy while achieving stated objectives
  • Advanced written, oral, data analytics, interpersonal and negotiating skills with ability to prepare and present Quality reports and provide feedback.
  • Working knowledge of financial institution operations. Ability to research, analyze and recommend improved processes with a detail and results-oriented mindset
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret government regulations, trade journals, legal documents, and technical documents.
  • Advanced PC skills including word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
  • Considerable understanding of the business lines' operations, products/services, systems, and associated risks/controls
  • Currency Transaction Reporting and Purchase and Sale of Monetary Instruments experience required
  • Ability to meet all daily Quality review and filing requirements.
  • Takes initiative and has the ability and organizational skills to work and manage time independently in a high-tempo production and deadline-driven environment.
  • Experience in performing and managing Quality reviews with a high level of efficiency along with preparing findings report.
  • Ability to balance heavy workload of multiple tasks that may involve risk monitoring, metrics, issue tracking, issue research and resolution, procedure evaluation/recommendation and updates, operational efficiencies, establish/monitor controls, willingness to work on daily operational tasks that involve tight deadlines associated with regulatory filing requirements.

Salary offered will be based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. This position is also eligible to participate in either an applicable incentive compensation plan for the position or a discretionary profit sharing bonus program. General information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found by visiting https://www.atlanticunionbank.com/about/careers/benefits.
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