Payments Screening Lead — AML/Sanctions (Night Shift)

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Manila; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Manila is seeking a Payment lifecycle analyst to lead the transaction screening function, guide day-to-day screening activities, and support sanctions compliance and anti-money laundering practices.

You will supervise screening operators, manage escalations, and drive process improvements in a 24/7 operation with shifting nights and varied rest days. This role requires strong analytical, communication, and collaborative skills, with experience in banking operations and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years in banking operations or financial services operations.
• Working knowledge of SWIFT and international payment conventions.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills, with the ability to document decisions clearly.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information and respond to questions from stakeholder groups.
• Effective interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach when engaging business and compliance partners.
• Strong time management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• High attention to detail, with the ability to work accurately under pressure and in high-volume environments with tight cut-offs.
• Flexibility to work shifts (day/night) and weekends as required by business needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, including working across multiple applications.

Responsibilities

• Screen payments and SWIFT messages (inbound and outbound) in line with applicable screening policies, procedures, and practices
• Identify, refer, and elevate suspect transactions for resolution within defined timelines
• Apply sound judgment and discretion when reviewing and resolving sanctions and anti-money laundering screening cases
• Recommend, develop, and implement improvements to procedures, policies, and screening programs
• Perform quality control and quality assurance reviews on an agreed frequency across sampled and/or completed work
• Provide periodic reporting to managers and senior leadership on screening volumes, trends, quality observations, and key risks
• Directly supervise screening operators and support performance, engagement, and capability development
• Assign and oversee daily work to ensure consistent execution and workload coverage
• Ensure the process operates within agreed service level expectations and escalation paths
• Coordinate with internal partners and compliance stakeholders to support effective case management and issue resolution
• Lead or support improvement initiatives and projects to enhance quality, efficiency, and client experience

Skills

Analytical skills

Investigative skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Shift flexibility

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Tools

SWIFT

MS Office

Job description

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Manila is seeking a Payment lifecycle analyst to lead the transaction screening function, guide day-to-day screening activities, and support sanctions compliance and anti-money laundering practices.

You will supervise screening operators, manage escalations, and drive process improvements in a 24/7 operation with shifting nights and varied rest days. This role requires strong analytical, communication, and collaborative skills, with experience in banking operations and