Sanctions Analyst

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We are currently seeking an experienced professional to join our team in the role of

**Sanctions Alert Analyst**

**Role purpose**:
The role holder is responsible for the completion of Sanctions investigation activities within the Regional Sanctions Alert Adjudications team. Will investigate Level 3 Sanctions alerts for Transaction activity. Their role is to determine whether the alert is a True Match or a False Positive by following the Global Standards for L3 Sanctions Alert Adjudication. Alert adjudication must be completed within agreed deadlines.

The role holder is responsible for the accurate recording of all decisions taken and escalation of all True Matches to the relevant Country Sanctions Officer and accurate and timely recording of information required to produce ongoing Operational and Strategic MI.

**Main activities**:

- Fulfilling and executing required Regional level alert adjudication
- Following Global Standards on the decision making of False Positives and Potential True Matches that have reached Level 3
- Effectively support the Sanctions Alert Investigations Lead's in the achievement of their management responsibilities
- Act as the initial escalation point for issues raised by Country Sanctions Officers or colleagues from the Lines of Business.
- Ensure full adherence to Global Standards Policy within Region, including but not limited to related Sanctions Guidance and Operating Procedures
- Support Alert Adjudication Lead's in identifying Sanctions themes and trends
- Where identified escalate Sanctions breaches in the appropriate manner to the required escalation point
- Timely escalation of confirmed True Matches to Country Sanctions Officers.

Requirements

**Knowledge & Experience**
- University degree in International Relations/Political Science (preferred but non-mandatory)
- Strong critical thinking skill set
- Interest/Awareness of geopolitical events that have/could have impact on Sanctions.
- Lateral thinker with an ability to interpret and solve complex issues
- High level of English language skills
- Excellent communicator with strong inter-personal and influencing skills
- Ability to adapt to change and provide input where necessary
- Chinese Language skills* (would be an asset but neither preferred or mandatory)

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