Sanctions Compliance Officer - Remote

Overview

The Sanctions Compliance Officer (SCO) is responsible for ensuring the organization’s adherence to relevant sanctions laws and regulations, supporting the development and implementation of compliance programs, monitoring transactions, and providing guidance to mitigate risks associated with sanctions.

In Short

• Key point of contact for sanctions compliance within the organization.
• Assist with the execution of the sanctions compliance program.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports and legal documents.
• Review laws and regulations for potential impacts on the organization.
• Conduct audits and risk assessments of the sanctions compliance program.
• Provide input on business action plans and new products/services.
• Design and deliver sanctions compliance training programs.
• Educate team members on the importance of sanctions compliance.
• Collaborate with various departments and external vendors.
• Other tasks as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of experience with OFAC regulations.
• Minimum 6 years in financial crimes compliance.
• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• ACAMS Certified Global Sanctions Specialists (CGSS) or CSS Certification preferred.
• Strong collaboration and execution skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of regulatory data sources and compliance matters.
• Prior operational experience with sanctions platforms/vendors.

Benefits

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity to work with a global B2B payments network.
• Challenging and empowering role.
• Potential for involvement in broader financial crimes risk responsibilities.
• Professional development opportunities.