Analyst-Compliance

Global Sanctions is responsible for developing and maintaining an effective, risk-based enterprise-wide sanctions program that focuses on establishing minimum standards, overseeing effective screening processes, completing the Sanctions Risk Assessment, developing and administering training, providing reporting and key risk indicators, and serving as the Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to support all business and compliance teams. The Global Sanctions Governance Analyst will support multiple governance functions across the Global Sanctions program, including sanctions reporting, screening implementations, automation initiatives, change management, and new product/M&A reviews. This role will partner closely with business, compliance, and technology stakeholders to ensure sanctions processes, data standards, and governance frameworks are implemented effectively across the enterprise. The analyst will help drive program reporting, technology implementation support, automation monitoring, change management oversight, and sanctions risk governance activities, ensuring strong controls, data quality, and adherence to enterprise sanctions standards. Sanctions Program Reporting & Governance Develop, implement, and distribute sanctions program reporting and metrics to support governance and risk oversight. Partner with stakeholders, including international market teams and business leadership, to develop sanctions risk metrics and reporting dashboards. Support reporting for boards, committees, and Global Risk & Compliance (GRC) leadership, including ad hoc requests. Provide weekly reporting updates and insights on key sanctions activities and initiatives. Analyze data quality, completeness, and accuracy in alignment with enterprise screening standards. Prepare executive-level reporting materials, dashboards, and presentations. Screening Implementation & Technology Support Serve as a sanctions subject matter expert (SME) supporting screening implementation initiatives. Attend implementation meetings and collaborate with technology teams on sanctions screening solutions (e.g., Bridger or similar tools). Conduct data element reviews to ensure completeness and accuracy of screening inputs. Partner with product owners and technology teams on system configuration, testing, and implementation support. Provide weekly updates on implementation progress and key milestones. Maintain documentation related to screening implementations and governance requirements. Automation & Process Optimization Support automation development and implementation for sanctions-related processes including: Machine learning applications Adjudication automation Data transfers Issue detection and monitoring Monitor automation performance and escalate risks or issues as necessary. Provide regular reporting on automation effectiveness and system performance. Coordinate review meetings with relevant stakeholders regarding automation initiatives. Maintain automation documentation, workflows, and governance records. Change Management Governance Support sanctions-related change management activities through centralized tracking systems (e.g., CMC portals). Partner with technology teams to maintain change management portals and workflows. Ensure appropriate documentation, approvals, and governance requirements are met for sanctions process changes. Monitor change management requests and approval workflows to identify potential issues. Review change requests and prepare summaries and reports for leadership. Serve as a point of contact for change management inquiries and guidance. New Product Governance & M&A Support Serve as the sanctions governance point of contact for New Product Approvals (NPA) and M&A initiatives. Review new products, services, or acquisitions to ensure adherence to sanctions requirements. Participate in project meetings to assess sanctions impacts and regulatory considerations. Provide detailed project summaries and risk assessments for leadership approvals. Track and report status updates on sanctions reviews related to NPA and M&A projects. Maintain documentation supporting sanctions sign-off and governance processes. Stakeholder Collaboration & Program Support Collaborate with business units, compliance teams, and technology partners to support sanctions governance initiatives. Advise stakeholders on enterprise data standards and document gaps or exceptions when identified. Escalate issues related to sanctions controls, data integrity, or process adherence. Maintain documentation to support audits, regulatory expectations, and internal governance requirements. Assist with additional initiatives in support of the Global Sanctions program as needed. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Risk Management, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or related field. 3+ years of experience in sanctions compliance, financial crime compliance, risk management, regulatory governance, or compliance technology. Experience supporting sanctions screening programs, compliance reporting, governance frameworks, or technology implementations. Familiarity with sanctions screening tools (e.g., Bridger Insight or similar platforms). Experience supporting automation, system implementations, or process change initiatives within compliance environments. Strong data analysis and reporting skills, including advanced Excel and reporting/dashboard tools such as Tableau. Ability to develop governance reporting, dashboards, and executive presentations. Experience working with data quality standards, documentation, and regulatory reporting. Strong understanding of sanctions program governance, risk oversight, and enterprise compliance standards. Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple reporting cycles, initiatives, and stakeholder requests. Strong communication and presentation skills to support leadership reporting and stakeholder engagement. Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills to identify and escalate risks, gaps, or exceptions. Ability to collaborate effectively across business, compliance, risk, and technology teams. Ability to work a schedule aligned with U.S. business hours. Preferred Qualifications Professional certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) or CGSS (Certified Global Sanctions Specialist). Prior experience in sanctions, PEP screening, AML, or financial crime compliance programs. Familiarity with international regulatory environments and global sanctions frameworks. Experience supporting new product governance, M&A due diligence, or regulatory change management. Experience with automation tools, machine learning applications, or compliance workflow systems. Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to build relationships across global teams.