VP, Global Sanctions Strategy & Compliance Lead

Testing Site - JPMC; Lower Blandford St Mary; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Financial Crimes Compliance (GFCC) in London seeks a Vice President in the Sanctions Strategy team. You will operate within the EMEA Sanctions Compliance group, driving risk-based sanctions guidance across lines of business and collaborating with US, Asia, and local EMEA compliance teams.

You will exercise independent judgment, adapt to regulatory changes, and lead initiatives to strengthen sanctions controls and training across the region.

Qualifications

• Experience in AML/Sanctions compliance.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to build relationships across a large organization.

Responsibilities

• Understand LOB products and services (Markets, Custody, Securities Services, Trade, Payments, Wealth Management).
• Provide sanctions guidance per OFAC and other jurisdictions.
• Develop knowledge of sanctions programs (UK/EU/US) to advise business partners.
• Provide training and respond to sanctions escalations.
• Keep abreast of regulatory changes and maintain guidance.
• Demonstrate quality and strong controls in daily work.
• Prioritize multiple asks and escalate risks to management.
• Communicate effectively at all levels.

Skills

Risk assessment

Compliance

Communication

Relationship management

Problem solving

Work under pressure

Independent worker

Bachelor's degree

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Global Financial Crimes Compliance (GFCC) in London seeks a Vice President in the Sanctions Strategy team. You will operate within the EMEA Sanctions Compliance group, driving risk-based sanctions guidance across lines of business and collaborating with US, Asia, and local EMEA compliance teams.

You will exercise independent judgment, adapt to regulatory changes, and lead initiatives to strengthen sanctions controls and training across the region.