PNC AML Sanctions Specialist - First Line Defense Financial Crimes 

Remote, Remote 

527829811

In addition to the job description, skills and responsibilities of the AML Sanctions Specialist include but are not limited to the below:• Investigative or related work experience with specific emphasis on BSA/AML and Sanctions red flags preferably in the financial services industry.
• Direct Quality Control (QC)/Quality Assurance (QA) experience.
• Ability to perform QC reviews of KYC (Know Your Customer) files created by Relationship Managers/onboarding teams to determine if the information provided is accurate and in accordance with the quality standards established by Bank policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure customer data, business activity, narratives, documents, and other case determinations are accurate, appropriate, reasonably supported, and clearly documented. External research in some cases may be required to reach such conclusions.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills including communicating concerns with the Team Lead.
• Ability to work independently and be able to multi-task, adapt well to changing priorities and effectively prioritize workflow to meet critical deadlines.
• C&IB product knowledge/experience, as well as C&IB KYC experience is preferred for the position.Job Description

• Implements business unit Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Sanctions Programs to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper business practices. Assists in the execution and oversight of activities to comply with the Bank Secrecy Act, AML, USA PATRIOT ACT and Sanctions Program requirements. Developing ability to constructively challenge conclusions/status quo.
• Update AML and Sanctions policies and procedures as needed. Ensure that Compliance Manuals, Front Office Manuals, policies and procedures accurately reflect current laws, rules, other regulatory requirements and management intent. Independently challenges analyses, reviews and recommendations.
• Identify and define the AML and Sanctions objectives for assigned line of business, products/services and applicable regulations. Communicate and socialize those objectives (from a leadership position) to the business. Coordinate AML and Sanctions compliance monitoring and oversee preparation of compliance reports. May serve as a resource regarding AML and Sanctions compliance impact on overall business activities, product development and customer activities
• Prepares AML and Sanctions compliance reports and/or customer risk profiles. Identifies issues and escalates through proper governance channels as needed. Analyzes assessments of AML and Sanctions risk and internal controls. Researches AML and Sanctions regulatory developments. Assists, as appropriate, in updating or implementing new/enhanced processes in order to ensure timely and effective compliance with new AML and Sanctions regulatory requirements.
• Supports key business initiatives by identifying AML and Sanctions Compliance risks and providing resolutions to manage these risks. Serves as a resource regarding AML and Sanctions compliance impact on such matters on overall business activities, product development and customer activities.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and requiredneeded to be successful in this position.

Compliance Reporting, Customer Risk, Decision Making, Regulatory Requirements, Risk Assessments, Risk Control, Strategic ObjectivesAccuracy and Attention to Detail, Anti-money Laundering/Sanctions Policies and Procedures, Audit And Compliance Function, Auditing, Fraud Management, Internal Controls, Problem SolvingRoles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 2+ years of relevant professional experience. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.No Required Certification(s)No Required License(s)

This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

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