Sanctions Director - Head of Banking Client Risk Management & Advisory Job at Citi (Washington, DC)

Job Description

The Head of Client Risk Management & Advisory in Banking Sanctions is a senior Independent Compliance Risk Management (ICRM) professional with subject matter expertise on Economic Sanctions that reports into Citi’s Banking Sanctions Head and focuses on identifying and managing sanctions risk in Citi’s Banking client base. This includes managing complex global issues, leading internal and external engagements, and defining sustainable solutions across Citi to respond to emerging risks, new material US Sanctions Laws, rules and regulations.

Job Responsibility

Building awareness of client sanctions risks through a strong working relationship with key regional and global stakeholders, including management of multiple Line of Business, Functions, and Internal Audit
Interacting effectively with regulators, in coordinating with the Citi’s regulatory team
Understanding industry trends, emerging issues, and regulatory expectations, developing practical solutions to complex problems
Providing monitoring and oversight of Banking controls and execution around clients, ensuring identification, escalation, and remediation of control gaps in a timely way
Monitoring Banking’s compliance with requirements set forth by the US Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and United Kingdom’s Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) or other EU country equivalents, issuing Monitoring Reports where appropriate
Monitoring ICRM Banking Sanctions adherence to relevant policies and procedures related to execution of processes designed to implement the global sanctions program
Partnering with stakeholders in implementing Sanctions-related regulatory change
Managing a dedicated team for the sanctions’ compliance review of clients and client activity as well as escalations of risks identified in KYC onboarding and renewal questionnaires
Managing the monitoring and specialized review of sanctions risks associated with specific clients, sectors, or geographies to advise the business on appropriate sanctions risk management measures
Managing a process for the review of sanctions-related enhanced due diligence as part of client onboarding, renewal, or episodic reviews

Requirements

10 years+ experience in the Financial Services Industry and/or government
Graduate degree, BS or concentration in Business Administration, Legal and/or Finance
Sanctions SME with proven track record in managing sanctions programs in complex organizations
Leadership skills including ability to work effectively and drive results with a virtual global team
Experience managing diverse teams, and comfort navigating complex, matrixed organizations
Knowledge of the U.S. and/or European Union/UK regulatory environment
Highly motivated, strong attention to detail, team oriented, organized
Strong presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex problems and solutions through concise and clear messaging
Demonstrated ability to assess complex issues through root cause analysis and other analytical techniques, structure potential solutions, and drive to resolution with senior stakeholders
Ability to influence and lead people across cultures at a senior level using sound judgment and successful execution, understanding how to operate effectively across diverse businesses
Strong data analytical skills supported by appropriate technical skills
Comfortable acting as an agent for positive change with agility and flexibility
Effective negotiation skills, a proactive and 'no surprises' approach in communicating issues and strength in sustaining independent views
Articulate and effective communicator, both orally and in writing
Advanced knowledge of banking products/services and processes, U.S. regulatory framework (OCC, FRB)

What we offer

medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
life, accident, and disability insurance
wellness programs
paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays

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