Sanctions Screening Lead - Payments & AML (Night Shift)

JPMorganChase; Taguig; On-site; PHP 670,000 - 1,339,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase in Manila is seeking a Payment Lifecycle Analyst to lead the transaction screening function and guide day-to-day activities across sanctions and AML programs.

You will supervise screening operators, coordinate with compliance and business partners, and drive quality, efficiency, and client experience through process improvements.

Ideal candidates have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work shifts in a high-volume banking environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience 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.

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

SWIFT knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Shift flexibility

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

JPMorganChase in Manila is seeking a Payment Lifecycle Analyst to lead the transaction screening function and guide day-to-day activities across sanctions and AML programs.

You will supervise screening operators, coordinate with compliance and business partners, and drive quality, efficiency, and client experience through process improvements.

Ideal candidates have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work shifts in a high-volume banking environment.