AML Sanctions Specialist Senior

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success.

As an AML Sanctions Specialist Senior within PNC's AML organization, you will be based in East Brunswick, NJ;
Washington DC;
Tampa, FL; or Phoenix, AZ.

• Handle escalated sanctions alerts and referrals as the ultimate level of review for sanctions customer record and transaction screening escalations.
• Conduct enhanced due diligence (EDD) using certain vendor tools for closed-source research and general open-source research, consulting relevant sanctions regulations to make final determinations.
• Develop implementation plans for enterprise-wide and business unit Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Sanctions Programs.
• Update AML and Sanctions policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with BSA, AML, USA PATRIOT ACT and Sanctions Program requirements.
• Identify and define AML and Sanctions objectives for assigned lines of business, communicate and socialize these objectives.
• Coordinate AML and Sanctions compliance monitoring and oversee preparation of compliance reports.
• Prepare and edit AML and Sanctions compliance reports and customer risk profiles, recommending corrective action plans and escalating through governance channels.
• Analyze AML and Sanctions risk assessments and internal controls, research regulatory developments, and assist in updating or implementing new/enhanced processes.
• Support key business initiatives by identifying AML and Sanctions compliance risks and providing resolutions to manage these risks.

• University or college degree with at least 3+ years of relevant industry experience in AML or sanctions compliance.
• Advanced working knowledge of OFAC, EU, UK, and Canada sanctions regulatory regimes.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to challenge conclusions and recommend improvements.

• Compliance reporting, customer risk, decision making, regulatory requirements, risk assessments, risk control, strategic objectives.

• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Anti‑Money Laundering/Sanctions policies and procedures.
• Audit and compliance experience.
• Fraud management and internal controls.
• Problem solving.

• Roles at this level typically require a university/college degree with 3+ years of relevant or direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job‑specific certification(s), and experience may be considered.

Bachelor’s degree.

No required certifications.

No required licenses.

Base Salary: $63,750.00 – $. Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.

• Medical/prescription drug coverage with a Health Savings Account feature.
• Dental and vision options.
• Employee and spouse/child life insurance.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability protection.
• 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans.
• Dependent care reimbursement account.
• Backup child/elder care.
• Adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement.
• Educational assistance, including select programs fully paid.
• Robust wellness program with financial incentives.
• Paid time off: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year; 15 to 25 vacation days each year depending on career level and years of service.

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PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.

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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