Sanctions Compliance Analytics - Senior Analyst

Sanctions Compliance Analytics - Senior Analyst

Country : United States of America

Your Journey Starts Here :

Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset. Our focus is on fostering an enriching journey that empowers you to explore diverse career opportunities while nurturing your personal growth. We are committed to creating an environment where continuous learning and development are prioritized, enabling you to thrive both professionally and personally. Here, you will find ample opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented colleagues from around the world, sharing insights and driving innovation together. Join us at Santander, where you are supported by a culture of engagement and a commitment to your success.

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The Difference You Make :

The Senior Analyst is responsible for the BSA / AML / OFAC Compliance sampling, developing, testing, monitoring, and reporting results to management to ensure the Company / AML and Sanctions program is in compliance with Regulatory Requirements, Policy and Procedures.

In this role, you'll lead in collecting, developing, organizing, and analyzing data sets to draw conclusions to maximize efficiency of Sanctions Compliance operational processes and to manage risk and ensure compliance. Experience with Power BI, SQL, and SAS platforms is preferred to support system optimization and reporting.

Performs research, analyzes relevant compliance-related information and makes recommendations on necessary procedural / control changes on more complex compliance matters.

Collects, builds, organizes and analyzes data sets to draw conclusions to maximize efficiency of internal operational processes to manage risk and compliance

Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.

Development, implementation and maintenance of Compliance data and controls.

Responsible for drawing insights from large sets of quantitative data

Assists with conducting risk assessments on business and operational processes, procedures, and policies; analyzes results and makes recommendations on the adequacy and reliability of controls.

Develops data-driven recommendations that support Sanctions Compliance.

Communicates control strengths and weaknesses to internal audit and compliance and collaborates with internal audit to develop migration plans.

Assists in the design and enhancement of internal controls to facilitate auditing process.

Assists in the design of audit / compliance programs to ensure ongoing evaluation and validation of control effectiveness.

What You Bring :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience : Finance, Computer Science, Business or equivalent field. - Required.

3+ Years Compliance, Legal, Regulatory, Technology, or Financial Services. - Required.

Demonstrated practical and theoretical knowledge of risk and compliance principles, concepts and policies.

Advanced quantitative capabilities and analytical skills.

Ability to analyze risk data and provide recommendations and / or resolutions to mitigate risk scenarios.

Ability to summarize, document, and communicate information in a clear and concise manner.

Ability to communicate at all levels with clarity, poise, maturity and precision both written and verbal.

Demonstrated data analysis, data presentation, and data development skills.

Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

Ability to function in deadline intensive environment, managing multiple responsibilities while effectively focusing on priority issues.

Knowledge of SAS, Power Bi

Strong MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio) skills.

Excellent analytical, communication, presentation, organizational and problem solving skills.

Ability to leverage technology to improve and automate business tasks.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Certifications :

No Certifications listed for this job.

It Would Be Nice For You To Have :

Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education.

What Else You Need To Know :

The base pay range for this position is posted below and represents the annualized salary range. For hourly positions (non-exempt), the annual range is based on a 40-hour work week. The exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications and location.

Base Pay Range

Minimum : $52,500.00 USD

Maximum : $87,500.00 USD

Link to Santander Benefits :

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Risk Culture :

We embrace a strong risk culture and all of our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

EEO Statement :

At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working Conditions :

Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking is required for this role. Depending on location, occasional moving and lifting light equipment and / or furniture may be required .

Employer Rights :

This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate your employment at any time for any reason.

What To Do Next :

If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply.

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Primary Location : Dallas, TX, Dallas

Other Locations : Texas-Dallas,Massachusetts-Boston

Organization : Santander Holdings USA, Inc.