In this role, you will be responsible for evaluating and implementing the company’s strategy, controls, policies, and procedures related to compliance with government sanctions rules and regulations. You will manage internal evaluations of matters involving government sanctions rules and, with internal and outside counsel as necessary, will develop strategies for engagement with relevant government agencies concerning these matters.
Evaluate government rules and guidance in connection with design and implementation of enhancements to the company’s sanctions compliance systems and procedures
Engage in the training of personnel and the testing and quality assurance of systems and procedures to ensure effectiveness in light of government guidance and requirements
Report to the company’s Global Head of Sanctions and Interdiction, and will be part of Western Union’s Global Sanctions and Interdiction team, working directly with both the consumer and retail Government Sanctions and Interdiction team in Englewood, Colorado, and the business solutions Government Sanctions and Interdiction team in Washington, D.C
Qualifications:
8 + years of experience working in government or private industry on matters related to anti-money laundering and government sanctions compliance
Detailed understanding of the sanctions laws, regulations, resolutions, and orders issued and implemented by the U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), the United Nations, the European Union, and other regulatory agencies or bodies
Substantive experience evaluating and interacting with government agencies and financial institutions on sanctions compliance matters
Experience working with retail/commercial financial products/services, including cross border payments
Familiarity with anti-money laundering regulations applicable to the banking/money services/financial services industry
Experience working with and evaluating complex list processing and sanctions compliance technology solutions
Solid foundation in assessing and implementing industry best practices for sanctions and other regulatory compliance
Proven track record of complex problem solving and decision-making ability
Strong analytical skills
Strong and action-oriented team-player, who can identify objectives, build consensus, and obtain results
Outstanding written and oral communication skills
Fluency in English required
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required; advanced degree in relevant field a plus
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