Sanctions List Management, Associate- Hybrid

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This is a hybrid position. There are flexible work from home options available. A member of our recruitment team will discuss the options with you in more detail.

Job Summary:

The Analyst in the Global Sanctions Compliance Department will be responsible for supporting implementation of latest sanctions policy requirements across MUFG, including within other regions and local branches and other legal entities.

Major Responsibilities:

• Responsible for ongoing enhancement of watchlists, whether vendor-provided or bank-initiated, to identify outdated/missing entries, and conduct formal review annually.
• Implement new, updated or modified entries to the vendor-provided or bank-initiated sanctions lists
• Facilitates the coordination with relevant stakeholders to adequately complete required documentation prior to approvals and quality control review.
• Confirm applicable lists are uploaded completely and accurately to the sanctions screening application, including reconciliation reporting and handling escalations to Americas Sanctions Compliance, Global Sanctions Advisory and Global Anti-Money Laundering Department if necessary.
• Maintain records of sanctions screening list updates, QC confirmations, and list update/upload attestations in accordance with applicable recordkeeping and record retention requirements.
• Supports general compliance activities and other duties, including special projects, as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• 2+ years in financial crimes, banking compliance or financial services, preferred
• Ability to manage competing priorities, work independently and deliver results
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and critical thinking skills
• Interest in foreign policy and international relations.
• Extremely organized and self-motivated
• Investigative background with excellent judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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