Sanctions Screening Specialist (Asia / EU / US Shift)
- To assist the entity in managing the regulatory (mainly AML & Sanctions) and reputational risk related requirements set out in - relevant German / international – whichever is stricter – law and regulations. - global policies set forth and the standards communicated by GM-CO
- To assist the entity in performing refinement of Trade Documents in Commerzbank Trade Finance Compliance automation tool (Trade AI) - Data refinement to be performed with highest quality with zero tolerance to error. - Data refinement to be completed with the agreed stipulated time as per SLA.
Key Activities
Facilitate compliance of the entity with applicable banking and securities laws, regulations, and internal guidelines regarding AML / CFT and Sanctions.Perform Sanctions screening in PELICAN OFAC (Sanction screening tool of Commerzbank)Perform AML and Sanction screening on Export / Import Letters of Credit, Guarantees, Import / Export Collection received by the bank (SWIFT Messages)Perform AML and Sanction screening on transport documents presented by presenting bank.Ensure high quality of AML and Sanctions screening and this will be reflected in quarterly desk review.Report and elevate all violations and suspicious behavior to TPC Compliance Officer.Maintain Due Diligence at the highest level of quality to protect the Bank from regulatory risk which could result into financial and reputational damage.Ensure awareness and full compliance regulations, policies, guidelines, procedures and practices.Respond to email and queries from internal customers and stakeholders on a timely manner.General / Compliance Culture
Regularly exercising good judgement in making decisions or recommendations in relation to case investigation.Ability to accurately and thoroughly screen MT messages and Transport documents / Voyage journey to detect and identify the non-compliance or violations as per Commerzbank AML / Sanctions Policy.Working closely with TPC Compliance Officer / Business Compliance Asia to ensure all requirements by GMCO Frankfurt and Asia are met.Working closely with all TPC Operations Team to utilize proper corrective action procedures as required.Working closely with Process Managers and provide review on a timely basis or as and when required.Outspoken and not afraid to raise any issues with regards to noncompliance, if any.Compliance Advisory Service
Regularly exercising good judgement in making decisions or recommendations in relation to case investigation.Ability to accurately and thoroughly screen MT messages and Transport documents / Voyage journey to detect and identify the non-compliance or violations as per Commerzbank AML / Sanctions Policy.Working closely with TPC Compliance Officer / Business Compliance Asia to ensure all requirements by GMCO Frankfurt and Asia are met.Working closely with all TPC Operations Team to utilize proper corrective action procedures as required.Working closely with Process Managers and provide review on a timely basis or as and when required.Outspoken and not afraid to raise any issues with regards to noncompliance, if any.Any other tasks assigned by Head of Due Diligence Team
Formal education
University degree or similar, preferably in Banking, General Management or Law
Work Experience
2-4 years’ experience in Sanctions Screening / TBMLFamiliar with Sanctions Screening methodologyPrevious experience in performing Voyage Check through IMB / IHS or any other service provider.Well versed in dual use goods and HS Code terminology5 years overall experience in Banking & FinanceFurther qualification / skills / requirement
Good knowledge and understanding of International Sanctions & Embargoes RegulationGood knowledge in Trade Based Money LaunderingACAMS Certified / ICA TBML SpecialistShift Hours
Asia Hours : 9 : 00 AM to 6 : 00 PMEU Hours : 2 : 00 PM to 11 : 00 PM / 3 : 00 PM to 12 : 00 AM (during daylight savings) – includes shift allowanceUS Hours : 9 : 00 PM to 6 : 00 AM / 10 : 00 PM to 7 : 00 AM (during daylight savings) – includes shift allowanceSeniority level
AssociateEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
Finance and AnalystIndustries
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