VP, Compliance Sanctions Officer - Implementation and Investigations (Hybrid)

About the position Working collaboratively with the team to provide advice to business with respect to applicability of policies and implementation of the economic sanctions program and regulatory changes. Analyzing data, preparing and presenting regional and global reports related to sanctions risk assessments, and monitoring of sanctions related issues and escalations with senior management and global partners. Providing input on new business initiatives, new products, and advise on complex transactions. Partnering with functional partners, as applicable, to ensure potential risks are appropriately vetted and addressed. Identifying and escalating to the Chief Sanctions Officer material risks and significant instances of not adherence to the Framework by accountable front line units; directing investigations in coordination with GIU, CSIS, Legal, HR or as appropriate. Overseeing adherence to procedures and processes, to ensure compliance with policies ensuring that front line units meet required standards. Promoting global consistency of Sanctions ICRM practices and policies - within the line of business as well as cross-sector. Interacting with Management to raise awareness of Sanctions trends, emerging issues, remedial actions or enhancements to the program. Assessing the impact of issues/violations (legal/regulatory, policy, reputational, etc.) and dimensions control process gaps to help management define disciplinary and corrective actions, as appropriate. Participating in and managing, as appropriate, various internal assurance processes, e.g. Regional Enterprise wide and Horizontal risk assessments, self-assessment, internal audit or compliance assurance reviews. Supporting efforts in connection Internal Audit and functional regulators in Program exams and evaluations; tracking and challenging remedial actions from the front line units. Drafting and editing sanctions-related reference materials; supporting the various electronic record-keeping logs for sanctions licenses, voluntary disclosures; subpoenas etc.; participating in sanctions training programs. Additional duties as assigned. Responsibilities • Provide advice to business with respect to applicability of policies and implementation of the economic sanctions program and regulatory changes. • Analyze data, prepare and present regional and global reports related to sanctions risk assessments, and monitoring of sanctions related issues and escalations with senior management and global partners. • Provide input on new business initiatives, new products, and advise on complex transactions. • Partner with functional partners, as applicable, to ensure potential risks are appropriately vetted and addressed. • Identify and escalate to the Chief Sanctions Officer material risks and significant instances of not adherence to the Framework by accountable front line units; directing investigations in coordination with GIU, CSIS, Legal, HR or as appropriate. • Oversee adherence to procedures and processes, to ensure compliance with policies ensuring that front line units meet required standards. • Promote global consistency of Sanctions ICRM practices and policies - within the line of business as well as cross-sector. • Interact with Management to raise awareness of Sanctions trends, emerging issues, remedial actions or enhancements to the program. • Assess the impact of issues/violations (legal/regulatory, policy, reputational, etc.) and dimensions control process gaps to help management define disciplinary and corrective actions, as appropriate. • Participate in and managing, as appropriate, various internal assurance processes, e.g. Regional Enterprise wide and Horizontal risk assessments, self-assessment, internal audit or compliance assurance reviews. • Support efforts in connection Internal Audit and functional regulators in Program exams and evaluations; tracking and challenging remedial actions from the front line units. • Draft and edit sanctions-related reference materials; supporting the various electronic record-keeping logs for sanctions licenses, voluntary disclosures; subpoenas etc.; participating in sanctions training programs. • Additional duties as assigned. Requirements • Preferably expertise of AML and Sanctions regulations, risks and typologies • Knowledge of Compliance laws, rules, regulations, risks and typologies • Must be a self-starter, flexible, innovative and adaptive • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively and with people at all levels of the organization • Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to both work collaboratively and independently; ability to navigate a complex organization • Advanced analytical skills • Ability to both work independently and collaborate with team members • Excellent project management and organizational skills and capability to handle multiple projects at one time • Proficient in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) • Demonstrated knowledge in area of focus • Bachelor's degree; experience in compliance, legal or other control-related function in the financial services firm, regulatory organization, or legal/consulting firm, or a combination thereof; experience in area of focus • Business Acumen, Credible Challenge, Laws and Regulations, Management Reporting, Policy and Procedure, Program Management, Referral and Escalation, Risk Controls and Monitors, Risk Identification and Assessment, Risk Remediation. Nice-to-haves • Advanced degree preferred Apply tot his job