OFAC & Sanctions Investigations Analyst

Hbcu Connect, Llc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability

AD&D

401k plan

Paid vacation

Paid sick days

Holidays

RSUs

Deferred compensation

Job summary

Truist Financial Corporation is seeking a sanctions compliance professional to conduct investigations, analyze alerts, and coordinate with senior managers. The role supports adherence to OFAC regulations, leveraging research tools and strong communication to ensure timely, compliant dispositions.

The position emphasizes collaboration with Relationship Managers and internal teams, ongoing training, and staying current on sanctions developments. Office-based with potential for hybrid arrangements.

Qualifications

• College degree required; four years’ relevant experience in finance/compliance.
• Understanding of U.S. sanctions regulations (OFAC) and practical application.
• Ability to follow detailed policies and communicate policy changes.
• Collaborative and independent work for sanctions compliance advice.
• Strong written and verbal communication with leadership and business units.
• Ability to manage time under deadlines and document investigations clearly.

Responsibilities

• Investigate sanctions-related alerts for clients, transactions, and documents.
• Gather client information with Relationship Managers and branch staff as needed.
• Serve as a point of contact for sanctions-related questions.
• Apply critical thinking to determine disposition of alerts.
• Use screening tools to assess sanctions risk and exposure.
• Maintain knowledge of current and proposed sanctions laws.
• Participate in sanctions and AML/CFT training programs.
• Monitor global events and industry trends to mitigate risk.

Skills

Investigative research

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Decision making

Research tools proficiency

Attention to detail

Independent work

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or cert

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Truist Financial Corporation is seeking a sanctions compliance professional to conduct investigations, analyze alerts, and coordinate with senior managers. The role supports adherence to OFAC regulations, leveraging research tools and strong communication to ensure timely, compliant dispositions.

The position emphasizes collaboration with Relationship Managers and internal teams, ongoing training, and staying current on sanctions developments. Office-based with potential for hybrid arrangements.