How much does a Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Director make in the United States? The average Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Director salary in the United States is $148,400 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $125,400 and $188,800. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Director Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Director Salary $104,460 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Director Salary $125,400 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Director Salary $148,400 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Director Salary $188,800 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Director Salary $225,582 US March 26, 2024
25% $125,400 10% $104,460 90% $225,582 75% $188,800 $148,400 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Director implements oversight systems, interdiction software, and audit processes to perform daily transaction monitoring and identify suspicious activity patterns. Directs the overall organizational strategy, policies, and procedures used to comply with current anti-money laundering (AML) regulations as defined in the US Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) or other governmental anti-terrorist financing programs. Being an Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Director possesses extensive knowledge of the latest financial regulations and best practices for risk management. Ensures adherence to Know your Customer (KYC) protocols and regulatory requirements for required filings and reporting . In addition, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Director oversees investigations of suspicious activity and develops corrective actions and analysis of losses. Designs compliance training with up-to-date regulatory information and procedures to develop well-informed staff. Requires a bachelor's degree. May have the Certified Anti Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) certification. Typically reports to senior management . The Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Working as an Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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