Senior Sanctions Compliance Specialist | Financial Crime

Crédit Agricole CIB; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is looking for a Compliance Sanctions Officer in London. The role requires strong expertise in sanctions compliance and regulatory knowledge, focusing on UK and international standards. Responsibilities include analyzing transactions, leading risk assessments, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate holds a relevant Bachelor's degree and has significant experience in compliance within investment banking. This permanent contract offers a chance to contribute to the bank's integrity and regulatory compliance efforts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a sanctions compliance function, ideally within investment banking.
• Strong knowledge of UK, EU, OFAC sanctions regimes and SWIFT payment messages.
• Understanding of the UK Proceeds of Crime and Money Laundering Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert analysis and risk-based decisions on transactions.
• Act as a final escalation point for payment filtering and alerts.
• Lead the annual sanctions risk assessment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Decision-making skills

Communication skills

Ability to assess complex sanctions matters

Education

Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent

Job description

A leading financial institution is looking for a Compliance Sanctions Officer in London. The role requires strong expertise in sanctions compliance and regulatory knowledge, focusing on UK and international standards. Responsibilities include analyzing transactions, leading risk assessments, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate holds a relevant Bachelor's degree and has significant experience in compliance within investment banking. This permanent contract offers a chance to contribute to the bank's integrity and regulatory compliance efforts.