Financial Crimes Risk & Compliance SME – Senior Consultant

Sia is a next-generation, global management consulting group. Founded in 1999, we were born digital. Today our strategy and management capabilities are augmented by data science, enhanced by creativity and driven by responsibility. We’re optimists for change and we help clients initiate, navigate and benefit from transformation. We believe optimism is a force multiplier, helping clients to mitigate downside and maximize opportunity. With expertise across a broad range of sectors and services, our 3,000 consultants serve clients worldwide from 48 locations in 19 countries. Our expertise delivers results. Our optimism transforms outcomes. 

Strategy & Management Consulting 

Sia’s Strategy & Management Consulting global footprint and expertise in more than 40 sectors and services allow us to enhance our clients' businesses worldwide. We guide their projects and initiatives in strategy, business transformation, IT & digital strategy.   

A digital leader or growing disruptor, everyone must transform themselves to maintain their advantage. The Sia Technology Business Unit supports clients through digital, operations and organizational transformation adapted to their culture and working methods. We help clients strategize and scale leveraging deep expertise and solutions in compliance and risk management, strategic technology partnerships, data science, operations and business analysis and mergers and acquisitions. 

Consultants can be located in the NYC metro area, San Francisco Bay Area, or the greater Seattle area.

The Financial Crimes Risk & Compliance Senior Consultant supports clients in strengthening their financial crimes programs through risk-based, data-informed solutions. This role focuses on transaction monitoring, alert dispositioning, and regulatory compliance, helping organizations design and optimize detection frameworks, case handling processes, and governance practices. 

Senior Consultants contribute to client engagements by conducting analysis, developing practical recommendations, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders across Compliance, Risk, Product, and Technology. They play a key role in translating regulatory expectations into actionable processes, supporting investigations and monitoring activities, and enhancing program effectiveness. This position is ideal for professionals who combine financial crimes knowledge, analytical thinking, and strong communication skills to deliver high-quality, client-focused outcomes. 

Key Responsibilities  

• Support client delivery on-site or remotely by contributing to project workstreams and producing high-quality deliverables 
• Manage day-to-day tasks, track timelines, and coordinate activities across stakeholders 
• Partner with cross-functional teams (Compliance, Risk, Product, Engineering, and Operations) to design and improve detection, monitoring, and alert disposition processes 
• Develop end-to-end processes for suspicious activity detection, review, escalation, and resolution for various Fintech products 
• Create and maintain SOPs, playbooks, and project documentation aligned with regulatory expectations 
• Facilitate cross-team discussions to align on program scope, standardized approach, and design solutions   
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis to support client recommendations and compliance initiatives 
• Summarize insights and present findings clearly to clients and internal teams 
• Facilitate effective meetings and maintain clear communication with clients and team members 

AI Fluency Requirements  

At Sia, AI fluency is a key part of how we work and deliver value to clients. We expect team members to integrate AI into their day-to-day in a thoughtful and responsible way, including the ability to: 

• Use AI tools independently to increase efficiency and improve deliverable quality (e.g., drafting, synthesis, analysis support, QA). 
• Identify practical AI use cases in client and internal contexts that create tangible value (e.g., time savings, error reduction, improved insights). 
• Apply AI responsibly by validating outputs (sources, logic, calculations) and exercising sound judgment before finalizing work. 
• Review all AI-generated content for accuracy and completeness and ensure no unreviewed AI output is submitted as final. 

• 3–6+ years of experience in financial crimes, risk, or regulatory compliance within consulting, fintech, technology, payments, or digital financial services environments 
• Working knowledge of AML Frameworks  
• Experience supporting detection, alert review, and case disposition processes within a financial crimes or trust & safety program 
• Familiarity with regulatory expectations and industry standards applicable to fintech, payments, or digital financial products 
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams such as Compliance, Risk, Product, Operations and Technology 
• Ability to translate regulatory or risk requirements into scalable processes for technology-enabled products and platforms 
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify risk trends or anomalies 
• Experience drafting or maintaining policies, procedures, or governance documentation in a regulated or risk-focused environment 
• Proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel; experience with data tools (e.g., SQL, Tableau, Python, or similar) is a plus 
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, product-driven or client-facing environment 
• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree is a plus 

Compensation & Benefits 

We believe in supporting our team professionally and personally. Here’s a snapshot of the comprehensive benefits you’ll enjoy as part of Sia. 

Competitive Compensation 

• Annual base salary starting at $130,600 (commensurate with experience and qualifications)

• Annual performance based discretionary bonus 

Robust Health Coverage 

• 3 Medical plans  

• Dental and Vision  

• Life, AD&D and other voluntary insurance  

Tax-Advantaged Accounts 

• 401K retirement plan 

• 4% matching and 100% vested upon enrollment 

• Health Savings Account (HSA) 

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)  

• Health, Dependent Care, Commuter 

Family Friendly Benefits  

• 100% paid parental leave for all new parents with eligible tenure 

• Building Healthy Families program if enrolled through Medical plan 

Time Off to Recharge 

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy 

• 9 company holidays plus 1 floating holiday  

Extras that Make Life Easier 

• College savings and student loan repayment assistance 

• Monthly cell phone stipend 

• Access to wellness programs at no cost if enrolled through Medical plan, including: 

  • Gym membership reimbursement 

  • LiveHealth Online virtual care 

  • Personalized support from a Well-being Coach  

• Employee Assistance Program at no cost 

  • Free confidential counseling and emotional support services  

  • On-demand access to Emotional Well-being resources (ranging from relaxation techniques to stress management)  

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging 

At Sia, we believe in fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees and partners are valued and thrive in a sense of belonging. We are committed to recruiting and developing a diverse network of employees and investing in their growth by providing unique opportunities for professional and cultural immersion. Our commitment toward inclusion motivates dynamic collaboration with our clients, building trust by creating an inclusive environment of curiosity and learning which affects lasting impact. Please visit our website for more information.  

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs. 

Office Workplace Guidelines 

Sia is committed to providing a flexible workplace environment that supports client, business, and market needs. Consultants located in our primary market office locations—New York City, Charlotte, Seattle, and San Francisco—are expected to live within a reasonable commuting distance and attend the office at least three days or more per week. For Consultants outside of our primary markets, we can offer more flexible in-person requirements in accordance with your location. 

Work Authorization & Sponsorship  

At this time, Sia does not intend to employ any applicant who will require, either now or in the future, employment visa sponsorship or sponsorship for work authorization (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1/OPT) or STEM OPT, TN, etc).

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.