Our Client, a Global Investment Bank, is seeking a Sanctions Policy & Governance Specialist in their New York, NY location.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, validate, and communicate sanctions-related group and U.S. policies and desktop procedures.
• Draft and issue Sanctions Notices and Guidance Memos to clarify regulatory developments and sanctions topics.
• Oversee Financial Security governance, including the Sanctions Committee, special projects, and transversal topics.
• Partner with compliance counterparts to address sanctions-related laws, rules, regulations, and group policies.
• Engage regularly with management and department leaders on sanctions regulations and implementation.
• Represent U.S. sanctions regulations within the group to ensure alignment and understanding.

Requirements:

• Exceptional written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Working knowledge of banking products and services.
• Familiarity with project management principles.
• Ability to collaborate within a complex, multinational organization.
• Strong multitasking skills, with the ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in AML, sanctions, risk, or compliance within a financial institution, law firm, regulatory agency, consulting firm, or law enforcement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Access, SharePoint (integrating with databases), PowerPoint, and advanced Excel functionality.
• Ability to work independently while demonstrating the firm’s core values.