Exclusive Drive - AML Sanctions Screening in WNS Bangalore 22nd March

Job Description

Role & responsibilities The Tier 2 Sanctions Associate is a key member of the Sanctions team focused on ensuring compliance with sanctions regulations across multiple jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will conduct in-depth investigations of alerts escalated by the Tier 1 Sanctions team, drawing on a solid understanding of global sanctions regulations and thriving in a fast-paced environment. This role demands strong communication, analytical skills, unwavering attention to detail, ensuring the highest quality and accuracy in all investigations. The resources would need to clearly articulate risk based on assessments and recommendations to meet regulatory requirements. Alert Management and In-Depth Investigations: Conduct thorough analysis of alerts generated from sanctions screening processes, evaluate and document potential matches against sanctions lists, following established protocols for escalated sanctions alert handling. Draft and articulate recommendations based on the investigation with a clear rationale and supporting evidence. Open-Source Research: Utilize a variety of research tools (including but not limited to Clear, Sayari, and open web searches) to conduct extensive investigations that support sanctions risk assessments. Scrutinize corporate registries, governmental databases, and social media platforms for comprehensive insights. Customer Communication: Engage with customers to gather further information necessary for completion of the case investigation. Fast-Paced Operations: Work efficiently in fast paced environments, prioritizing urgent investigations while maintaining the highest standards of quality and accuracy. Adapt quickly to changing priorities and escalated cases that require immediate attention. Ownership of Duties: Demonstrate ownership and accountability for all investigations, ensuring a comprehensive and methodical approach to case resolution coupled with a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes. Regulatory Compliance: Stay well-versed in global sanctions regulations to ensure investigations align with applicable regulations and maintain compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Workflow Optimisation: Collaborate with team members to refine optimising existing workflows aimed at reducing false positives. Proactively propose solutions to enhance the sanctions program and improve overall customer experience while managing sanctions risks. Team Collaboration: Foster a cooperative team environment by sharing knowledge, providing constructive feedback, and assisting peers with complex case handling to promote collective success.