Head of Financial Crimes Data Technology Capabilities

Work Location: Mount Laurel, New Jersey, United States of America. Full-time, 40 hours per week.

About the role

The Financial Crimes Data Technology team builds data assets that support Anti-Money Laundering (AML), including Transaction Monitoring, for TD Bank U.S. This leadership role reports to the Vice President (VP) of TD Data Corporate Functions and is accountable for managing executive and regulatory stakeholder relationships, designing and sustaining data processes, supporting regulatory examinations, creating data product roadmaps, and owning financial management and delivery of committed features.

Responsibilities

• Leverage deep technology expertise to deliver end-to-end cost-effective solutions meeting enterprise standards.
• Collaborate with partners and stakeholders to align solutions with technical direction, requirements, budget, scalability, quality, and architectural goals.
• Build, motivate, and nurture productive relationships with internal and external business partners and stakeholders.
• Participate in business planning discussions and define the technology delivery approach leveraging synergies across teams.
• Ensure compliance with enterprise standards (e.g., Target Operating Model) and enterprise assets.
• Oversee incident escalation and work with stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Implement cost-saving measures and support new product/software adoption.
• Drive and execute roadmap-based investments to achieve the target state.
• Partner across Technology and apply deep understanding of business needs to identify and leverage synergies.
• Anticipate business and regulatory issues; recommend improvements to strengthen the Bank’s regulatory posture.
• Support successful regulatory examinations, audits, and MRAs through adherence to data management and governance standards.
• Manage resources, assignments, milestones, schedules, and budgets.
• Oversee expenses and FTE plans, ensuring effective tracking and controls.
• Proactively identify emerging technologies and innovative product solutions.
• Advise governance and control groups on risk matters related to technology and tools.
• Identify and manage risks, escalating non-standard or high-risk activities as needed.
• Maintain a risk management culture aligned with risk appetite.
• Actively participate as a team member and foster a positive work environment.
• Ensure timely communication regarding issues and relevant points of interest.
• Stay informed on emerging trends and developments to expand business acumen.
• Participate in personal performance management and development activities, including cross-training.
• Support skill and capability development within the team by mentoring others and sharing insights.
• Collaborate with team members and leadership to proactively identify and resolve product quality issues.
• Contribute to a fair, inclusive, and equitable workplace that values workforce diversity.
• Lead technical solutions with expert knowledge of specific domains or a broad range of technology experience.
• Guide multiple teams across the enterprise, resolving cross-departmental issues.
• Work independently on complex, multi-faceted projects, providing direction as needed.
• Ensure solutions align with organizational goals and introduce new or updated technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or Technical Certificate required; graduate degree preferred.
• 15+ years' experience in development and technology delivery, with extensive experience in Agile methodologies.
• Expertise in AML, Fraud, KYC, and other Financial Crimes Management.
• Knowledge of big data technologies and architecture (e.g., Databricks, Delta Lake, Unity Catalog, Spark, Lakehouse, Microsoft Azure). Hands-on experience preferred.
• Extensive product and business acumen, including comprehensive knowledge of market trends.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with executive-level (VP+) and regulatory stakeholders.

Skills

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Deep technical expertise in data technologies and architecture.
• Ability to manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to drive and execute strategic initiatives.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Experience in risk management and regulatory compliance.

Benefits

TD offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, including:

• Base salary and variable compensation/incentive awards (e.g., cash and/or equity incentive awards).
• Health and well-being benefits.
• Savings and retirement programs.
• Paid time off (Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO).
• Banking benefits and discounts.
• Career development and reward and recognition programs.
• Training and onboarding sessions to ensure success in your new role.
• Regular development conversations, training programs, and access to an online learning platform.
• Mentoring programs to help unlock future opportunities.

Pay

$200,000 - $280,000 USD per year.