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Risk Management Lead roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Management Consultant or Economist categories, depending on how the position is scoped. Canadian professionals enter at the port of entry without a lottery; Mexican citizens go through consular processing. A relevant bachelor's degree and a detailed employer support letter documenting the specialty nature of the work are non-negotiable.
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INTRODUCTION
Playing an essential role in the U.S. economy, Fannie Mae is foundational to housing finance. Here, your expertise can help fuel purpose-driven innovation that expands access to homeownership and affordable rental housing across the country. Join Fannie Mae to grow your career and help people find a place to call home.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a valued colleague on our Financial Crimes Investigation (AML – Anti Money Laundering) team, you will be responsible for investigating suspicious activities and filing suspicious activity reports at Fannie Mae. In this role, you will operate with considerable latitude to substantiate allegations of suspicious activity related to Fannie Mae single or multifamily originations, servicing, real estate owned (REO) property, and other suspicious activities involving enterprise instruments.
We have one opening for this job and it can be worked on a Flex basis from our Reston, VA; Washington, DC; or Plano, TX office.
THE IMPACT YOU WILL MAKE
The Financial Crimes - Risk Management - Lead Associate role will offer you the flexibility to make each day your own, while working alongside people who care so that you can deliver on the following responsibilities:
- Assess and investigate tips or referrals of actual or suspected money-laundering or other non-mortgage fraud-related suspicious activity.
- Recommend and file Suspicious Activity Reports with FinCEN as warranted.
- Conduct research and prepare investigative reports and statistical data in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Protect Fannie Mae’s risk from doing business with OFAC designated entities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 4 years related experience in compliance, financial crimes, or a closely related field.
- Prior experience conducting or completing AML investigations.
- Knowledge of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and SAR filing requirements.
- Willingness and ability to contribute to all aspects of the BSA/AML/OFAC Sanctions compliance program, including but not limited to case investigation, SAR filing, etc.
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience managing manual processes.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organization and time management skills; ability to produce final, written deliverables with minimal supervision.
- Experience interacting with all levels of an organization, including presenting findings and discussing remediation activities.
- Shows curiosity and adaptability in learning and responsibly applying new technologies, including artificial intelligence, to reimagine how we work.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
- ACAMS certification.
- Prior experience using FIMS (Fraud Investigations Management System).
QUALIFICATIONS
Active Directory (AD), Amazon Web Services (AWS), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Atlassian JIRA, Authentication Management, Backup and Recovery (Software), Business Insight Skills, Business Process Management Skills, Calendar and Scheduling Tools, Cleaning and Transforming Data, Cloud Technology, Collaborating Cross-Functionally, Communicating in Technical Writing, Communicating Technical Information, Communication, Configuration Management (CM), Conflict Resolution, Coordination, Customer and Market Insights, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), CyberArk, Cybersecurity Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Interpretation {+ 60 more}.
Education
Bachelor's Level Degree (Required).
The future is what you make it to be. Discover compelling opportunities at Fanniemae.com/careers.
For most roles, employees are expected to work onsite on a regular basis at their designated office location. In-office work cadence is determined by your manager. Proximity within a reasonable commute to your designated office location is preferred unless the job is noted as open to remote.
Fannie Mae is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital or parental status, or any other protected factor. Fannie Mae is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment, unless to do so would cause undue hardship to the company. If you need assistance using our online system and/or you need a reasonable accommodation related to the hiring/application process, please complete this form.
The hiring range for this role is set forth below. Final salaries will generally vary within that range based on factors that include but are not limited to, skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and other relevant qualifications. This position is eligible to participate in a Fannie Mae incentive program (subject to the terms of the program). As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Fannie Mae offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle, and other benefits and perks that enhance an employee's physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. See more here.
COMPENSATION
- Requisition compensation: 123000 to 161000.

INTRODUCTION
Playing an essential role in the U.S. economy, Fannie Mae is foundational to housing finance. Here, your expertise can help fuel purpose-driven innovation that expands access to homeownership and affordable rental housing across the country. Join Fannie Mae to grow your career and help people find a place to call home.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a valued colleague on our Financial Crimes Investigation (AML – Anti Money Laundering) team, you will be responsible for investigating suspicious activities and filing suspicious activity reports at Fannie Mae. In this role, you will operate with considerable latitude to substantiate allegations of suspicious activity related to Fannie Mae single or multifamily originations, servicing, real estate owned (REO) property, and other suspicious activities involving enterprise instruments.
We have one opening for this job and it can be worked on a Flex basis from our Reston, VA; Washington, DC; or Plano, TX office.
THE IMPACT YOU WILL MAKE
The Financial Crimes - Risk Management - Lead Associate role will offer you the flexibility to make each day your own, while working alongside people who care so that you can deliver on the following responsibilities:
- Assess and investigate tips or referrals of actual or suspected money-laundering or other non-mortgage fraud-related suspicious activity.
- Recommend and file Suspicious Activity Reports with FinCEN as warranted.
- Conduct research and prepare investigative reports and statistical data in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Protect Fannie Mae’s risk from doing business with OFAC designated entities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 4 years related experience in compliance, financial crimes, or a closely related field.
- Prior experience conducting or completing AML investigations.
- Knowledge of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and SAR filing requirements.
- Willingness and ability to contribute to all aspects of the BSA/AML/OFAC Sanctions compliance program, including but not limited to case investigation, SAR filing, etc.
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience managing manual processes.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organization and time management skills; ability to produce final, written deliverables with minimal supervision.
- Experience interacting with all levels of an organization, including presenting findings and discussing remediation activities.
- Shows curiosity and adaptability in learning and responsibly applying new technologies, including artificial intelligence, to reimagine how we work.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
- ACAMS certification.
- Prior experience using FIMS (Fraud Investigations Management System).
QUALIFICATIONS
Active Directory (AD), Amazon Web Services (AWS), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Atlassian JIRA, Authentication Management, Backup and Recovery (Software), Business Insight Skills, Business Process Management Skills, Calendar and Scheduling Tools, Cleaning and Transforming Data, Cloud Technology, Collaborating Cross-Functionally, Communicating in Technical Writing, Communicating Technical Information, Communication, Configuration Management (CM), Conflict Resolution, Coordination, Customer and Market Insights, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), CyberArk, Cybersecurity Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Interpretation {+ 60 more}.
Education
Bachelor's Level Degree (Required).
The future is what you make it to be. Discover compelling opportunities at Fanniemae.com/careers.
For most roles, employees are expected to work onsite on a regular basis at their designated office location. In-office work cadence is determined by your manager. Proximity within a reasonable commute to your designated office location is preferred unless the job is noted as open to remote.
Fannie Mae is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital or parental status, or any other protected factor. Fannie Mae is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment, unless to do so would cause undue hardship to the company. If you need assistance using our online system and/or you need a reasonable accommodation related to the hiring/application process, please complete this form.
The hiring range for this role is set forth below. Final salaries will generally vary within that range based on factors that include but are not limited to, skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and other relevant qualifications. This position is eligible to participate in a Fannie Mae incentive program (subject to the terms of the program). As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Fannie Mae offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle, and other benefits and perks that enhance an employee's physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. See more here.
COMPENSATION
- Requisition compensation: 123000 to 161000.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Risk Management Lead
Frame your credentials around the TN category
TN approval hinges on matching your degree to the approved occupational category, not your job title. A degree in finance, economics, or statistics maps more cleanly than a general business degree when the role involves quantitative risk modeling.
Target employers with dedicated risk functions
Financial institutions, insurance carriers, and publicly traded manufacturers maintain standalone risk departments where the Lead role has clearly defined specialty duties. Avoid general management or operations postings where risk oversight is incidental to a broader title.
Get the employer support letter scoped precisely
CBP officers scrutinize vague descriptions. The letter must specify the methodologies you'll apply, the regulatory frameworks you'll oversee (Basel, COSO, SOX), and why the role requires a specialized degree rather than general management experience.
Negotiate who handles the TN filing before accepting
Canadians can self-file at the port of entry, but most employers prefer to prepare the package. Confirm whether their legal team has TN experience specifically, not just H-1B. Misclassification of your occupational category is the most common denial trigger at the border.
Use Migrate Mate to find TN-ready employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify Risk Management Lead openings at employers with recent visa filings, indicating experience with work visa sponsorship. Filtering by employer sponsorship history before applying saves time you'd otherwise spend discovering a company won't support your TN application after an offer is extended.
Prepare for Mexican consular processing timelines
Mexican citizens apply at a U.S. consulate, not at the border. Schedule your consular appointment as soon as an offer is signed. Document gaps between your degree field and role scope in a credential evaluation letter to reduce administrative processing risk.
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Find Risk Management Lead JobsRisk Management Lead TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Risk Management Lead role qualify for TN visa status?
It depends on how the position is classified. Risk Management Leads typically qualify under the Management Consultant or Economist TN categories if the role involves applying a specialized body of knowledge rather than directing general operations. The offer letter and employer support documentation must make that specialty function explicit. Titles alone don't determine eligibility; the duties do.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for this role?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and can be processed at the port of entry the same day. H-1B requires an employer to register in March, wait for a lottery result, and then file months before your start date. For Risk Management Lead roles at employers already familiar with TN, the TN route is faster and more predictable. The tradeoff is that TN doesn't allow dual intent, so long-term permanent residency planning requires a separate strategy.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for my TN application?
Your employer needs to provide a detailed support letter on company letterhead that specifies your job title, duties, the TN occupational category being claimed, your start date, and confirmation that you hold a qualifying degree. You supply your original degree and transcripts, a valid USMCA-country passport, and the support letter. Canadians present these at a land port of entry or preclearance airport; Mexicans bring them to a consular interview.
Can I search for Risk Management Lead jobs that already offer TN visa sponsorship?
Yes. Migrate Mate lets you filter Risk Management Lead openings specifically by TN visa sponsorship, so you're not applying blind and discovering after an offer that the employer won't file. Most job boards mix visa-agnostic listings with sponsorship-specific ones; searching on a platform built around sponsorship status removes that ambiguity before you invest time in interviews.
What's the most common reason TN applications get denied for risk roles?
CBP officers most frequently deny TN petitions for risk-related roles when the job description reads as general management rather than specialized professional practice. Phrases like 'oversees team performance' or 'manages departmental budgets' signal administration, not specialty occupation. The support letter needs to lead with the analytical frameworks, risk quantification methods, and regulatory standards the role applies, making the specialty function impossible to misread.
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