If you’re looking for a career that will help you stand out, join our client, and fulfil your potential – whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or an exciting new direction, my client offer opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further. They’re one of the largest banking and financial services organisations in the world, with a network that covers more than 50 countries and territories. They aim to be where the growth is, enabling businesses to thrive and economies to prosper, and, ultimately, helping people fulfil their hopes and realise their ambitions.
They’re currently seeking an experienced professional to join our team in the role of Senior Sanctions Advisory Manager, on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract. As Sanctions Manager, you’ll support the Regional Head of Sanctions and Deputy Head of Sanctions by being a subject‑matter expert (SME) on UK and European Sanctions law and regulations in the regulatory/facilities sub‑team. Act as a leading advisor, which will include advising the business on sanctions‑related clauses and agreements in facility documents and associated wordings. The role will also include working on regulatory issues including filing disclosures, breach reports and licence applications etc with appropriate authorities.
As an employee in the UK, you’ll have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package. This includes private healthcare for all UK‑based employees, enhanced maternity and adoption pay and support when you return to work, and a contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution.
Role Duties
- Draft, review and amend sanctions‑related clauses in contractual agreements (facility agreements, customer contracts etc) and advise the business on such clauses and related sanctions risks
- Support and co‑ordinate regulatory reporting for the UK NRFB with regards to sanctions reporting
- Support the wider regulatory and advisory teams with SME knowledge on Sanctions and advisory matters including trade sanctions, client due diligence and transaction referrals
- Be an SME on sanctions risk management and compliance with sanctions regimes imposed by the UK, European Union (EU), United Nations (UN), HKMA and USA, and Group sanctions policy
- Analyse information, identify and track issues, and determine/address themes arising from regulators and the Compliance exception reporting processes
- Identify and ensure remedial action from relevant findings including policy changes and training requirements within UK NRFB and the Europe Region
- Working with Financial Crime Investigations on live sanctions investigations
Role Requirements
- Strong understanding of UK/EU/UN/US sanctions is essential
- Proven experience of reviewing, drafting and amending clauses in contracts is required
- Experience of working with regulatory reporting and high-risk exposures via clients
- Proven analytical skills, together with the ability to support decisions with sound reasoning
- Proven ability to clearly articulate business and regulatory implications of analysis and findings both to Compliance Colleagues and Business Heads
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Proven leadership experience with an open communication style
- Specific experience with sanctions authorities such as OFSI would be beneficial
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