Global Process Manager, Compliance, Sanctions Operations

Google Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 111,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

Maternity Leave

Baby Bonding Leave

13 paid holidays

Job summary

Google is seeking a Global Process Manager for Compliance, Sanctions Operations to lead sanctions alert handling, investigations, and policy alignment within a growing compliance program. The role emphasizes mentorship of junior analysts and collaboration across teams to maintain robust sanctions controls.

In this mid-level role, responsibilities include data-driven analysis, cross-functional coordination, and ongoing adaptation to evolving global sanctions regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 4 years of experience in compliance, risk management, investigation, auditing, legal or consulting.
• Preferred: CAMS or CGSS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage and resolve system-generated sanctions alerts, including name screening, transaction monitoring, and country-based restrictions, to identify potential matches.
• Conduct investigations of potential sanctions matches, gather information and documentation from internal and external sources.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on sanctions operations, providing guidance, support and mentorship to junior analysts and other stakeholders across the organization.
• Contribute to the strategic development and maintenance of sanctions operations policies, procedures and workflows to ensure compliance with evolving global regulations.
• Review changes in global sanctions laws, regulations, and enforcement trends issued by authorities (e.g., OFAC, EU, UN), and assess potential impact on Google's operations.

Skills

Mentoring

Problem solving

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Sanctions screening tools

Regulatory reporting tools

Analytics tools

Job description

Global Process Manager, Compliance, Sanctions Operations

Mid

Experience driving progress, solving problems, and mentoring more junior team members; deeper expertise and applied knowledge within relevant area.

In accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US based employees. Benefits for this role include:

• Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
• Sick Time: 40 hours/year (increased to 69 hours/year for Seattle) including 5 discretionary sick days per instance
• Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
• Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
• Holidays: 13 paid days per year

Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Austin, TX, USA; Chicago, IL, USA; Washington D.C., DC, USA.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 4 years of experience in compliance, risk management, investigation, auditing, legal, or consulting.

Preferred qualifications:

• Professional certifications such as Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or Certified Global Sanctions Specialist (CGSS).
• Experience working with various sanctions screening and monitoring systems.
• Experience with regulatory reporting requirements related to sanctions compliance.
• Experience with advanced data analysis and reporting tools to extract insights and support decision-making.
• Knowledge of global sanctions regulations and lists.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and research skills, with attention to detail.

About the job

The Google Compliance team makes sure that our business is always consistent with the current financial regulations. Comprised of multitaskers, this team balances Google's legal and compliance requirements with the dynamic needs of our users and the values of our company. As part of this team, you proactively identify pain points and gaps in existing policy frameworks and find innovative solutions. You develop efficient compliance systems and work with teams to implement these across the organization. You are thorough in all you do and see to it that as Google pursues our next big idea, we always have our bases covered.

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the processing of alerts, investigations, and reporting related to economic sanctions regulations, contributing to Google's sanctions compliance program.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $111000 - $159000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

• Manage and resolve system-generated sanctions alerts, including name screening, transaction monitoring, and country-based restrictions, to identify potential matches.
• Conduct investigations of potential sanctions matches, gather information and documentation from internal and external sources.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on sanctions operations, providing guidance, support and mentorship to junior analysts and other stakeholders across the organization.
• Contribute to the strategic development and maintenance of sanctions operations policies, procedures and workflows to ensure compliance with evolving global regulations.
• Review changes in global sanctions laws, regulations, and enforcement trends issued by authorities (e.g., OFAC, EU, UN), and assess potential impact on Google's operations.

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google's EEO Policy , Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal , Belonging at Google , and How we hire .

Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.

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