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Chicago, Illinois, United States
Onsite
A path for every ambition.
At HUB, we believe the best work happens when people are given real space to grow and then given the autonomy to exercise it. We power progress and protect ambition: for the clients who count on us, and equally for the people who make that possible every day.
We’re creative thinkers and determined doers, guided by values that show up in how we work together: with empathy, adaptability, accountability and a genuine commitment to one another’s success. We foster bold ideas, celebrate curiosity and share what we know. Because when people grow, the work they do grows with them.
Our purpose is deeply human: to help people navigate the world on their terms, at their speed, toward their future. We hold that same commitment to the people building careers here.
Whether you’re starting out or leveling up, you’ll find the resources to evolve, the support to take on more and a team ready to back you at every stage.
Your ambition has a home here.
ABOUT US
At HUB International, we are a team of entrepreneurs. We believe in protecting and supporting the aspirations of individuals, families, and businesses. We help our clients evaluate their risks and develop solutions tailored to their needs. We believe in empowering our employees to learn, grow, and make a difference. Our structure enables our teams to maintain their own unique, regional culture while leveraging support and resources from our corporate centers of excellence.
HUB is a global insurance and employee benefits broker, providing a boundaryless array of business insurance, employee benefits, risk services, personal insurance, retirement, and private wealth management products and services. With over $5 billion in revenue and almost 20,000 employees in 700 offices throughout North America, HUB has grown substantially, in part due to our industry leading success in mergers and acquisitions.
About the Position
As the Financial Crime Compliance Lead, you will play a foundational role in building and scaling a robust sanctions screening and anti-money laundering (AML) program that meets the evolving needs of a growing global organization. This is a unique opportunity for a compliance professional who thrives in a build-oriented environment — someone who is energized by the prospect of creating structure, establishing processes, and driving meaningful change across a complex, matrixed organization. You will work cross-functionally with teams across IT, operations, and client services to ensure that HUB's compliance program is both scalable and sustainable for the future.
Responsibilities:
Developing, socializing and operationalizing company policies related to financial crime compliance
Leading continued enhancements to sanctions screening program
Partner with internal data stewards to integrate clients/vendors/etc. into screening software
Develop toolkit for standard review/remediation of screening hits
Review and remediate screening “hits” as they arise
Leading continued development of Risk-Based AML/KYC Program
Perform assessment to determine risk-based application to business
Develop AML/KYC program to align with risk review, and aligning with existing AML framework in place
Advisory & Guidance
Provide subject matter expertise to internal stakeholders on financial crime-related risks during client onboarding and placement processes.
Third Party Risk
Expand/enhance third party diligence program to align with evolving company risk profile
Financial Crime Training
Develop and deliver targeted live training
Develop or identify all employee sanctions training for deployment through HUB Learning
Risk Assessment & Program Documentation
Conduct periodic financial crime risk assessments to evaluate exposure related to client portfolios, geographies, and transaction flows.
Prepare internal reports and, where required, assist in preparing regulatory notifications for potential sanctions violations.
Maintain complete records and audit trails for all sanctions-related investigations and decisions
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
Experience:
3+ years of experience in compliance or risk management within the insurance or financial services sector.
Strong working knowledge of OFAC, UN, EU, UK, and Canadian sanctions laws and their implications for insurance placements and financial transactions.
Experience managing sanctions screening systems or working with insurance policy administration systems is highly desirable.
Certifications (Preferred):
Certified Sanctions Specialist (CSS), Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), or equivalent compliance designation.
Skills:
Strong analytical, investigative, and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management across business lines.
Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical business processes.
High attention to detail and sound judgment under time-sensitive conditions
JOIN OUR TEAM
Do you believe in the power of innovation, collaboration, and transformation? Do you thrive in a supportive and client focused work environment? Are you looking for an opportunity to help build and drive change in a rapidly growing and evolving organization? When you join HUB International, you will be part of a community of learners and doers focused on our Core Values: entrepreneurship, teamwork, integrity, accountability, and service.
The expected salary range for this position is $95,000 to $120,000 and will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidate’s skills, experience and working location, as well as the specific position’s business line, scope and level. HUB International is proud to offer comprehensive benefit and total compensation packages which could include health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, FSA, HSA and 401(k) accounts, paid-time-off benefits such as vacation, sick, personal, floating holidays and company holidays. In addition, eligible annual bonuses, equity and commissions may be available for some positions.
What we offer you
We invest in your growth. HUB offers structured training, licensing support and ongoing development opportunities designed to accelerate your career.
The HUB difference
HUB International is one of North America’s largest insurance brokers, delivering risk management, insurance, employee benefits, retirement and wealth management solutions to businesses and individuals across the United States and Canada — through locally led teams backed by national expertise, giving you the agility of a local partner and the reach of a global organization.
Equal Employment Opportunity: HUB International Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations: HUB International Limited is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to access our career site, complete an application, or participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact the Recruiting Team at HUBRecruiting@HUBInternational.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and should not be used to inquire about the status of an application.
E-Verify: HUB International Limited participates in E-Verify. Please refer to Our Recruiting Process | Applicant Notices: E-Verify Program for additional information.
