Financial Crime Risk Analyst – Sanctions (US Sanctions Escalations)

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Job Description:

Department Overview: This Financial Crime Risk Analyst  role under the Sanctions Group will perform 2nd level reviews of payment screening and name screening alerts to identify any sanctions implications or individuals/entities that may be designated. In addition, this role also involves periodic KYC reviews of sanctioned country nationals or citizens of broadly sanctioned jurisdictions. Lastly, this Analyst will also review referrals or escalations from other business lines to determine any sanctions implications or red flags that may include sanctions evasion.

The Financial Crime Risk Analyst – Sanctions provide a range of analytical, research, and assessment support to the development and enhancement of the enterprise’s sanctions risk management programs and processes. Assists in reviewing and analyzing higher-risk customer or transactional information to identify potential sanctions risks, prohibited relationships, or transactions involving designated persons or entities.

Depth & Scope:

• Provides specialized guidance, assistance, and support to functions and Financial Crimes Risk Management (FCRM) teams on sanctions compliance matters, including screening, escalation, and regulatory interpretation
• Performs end-to-end sanctions-related activities, such as alert reviews, due diligence, and documentation of decisions in accordance with global standards
• Requires advanced understanding of sanctions regulations, screening systems, and integration points with related areas such as AML, ABAC, and FCRM, along with knowledge of TD products and services
• Manages ambiguity and applies judgment to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve sanctions compliance issues, ensuring timely escalation and adherence to regulatory requirements
• Interprets and administers sanctions policies and procedures, adopts and implements process improvements to strengthen controls and mitigate risk
• Makes process and capacity management decisions for sanctions operations to ensure compliance and efficiency, guided by practices, procedures, and operating plans
• Handles moderate complexity in operational, reporting, and process analysis functions requiring a short to medium-term focus on sanctions risk mitigation and governance enhancements

Education & Experience:

• Undergraduate Degree
• 3+ years relevant experience

Customer Accountabilities:

• Provides research, evaluation, operational, reporting, and analytical support for sanctions oversight, advisory services, and control functions to business partners, ensuring timely and effective sanctions compliance
• Coordinates requests to and from business partners related to sanctions compliance activities
• Assists in preparing summaries, communications, reports, and presentations for management, regulators, and other internal and external stakeholders regarding sanctions matters
• Recommends responses to enterprise sanctions program questions and immediately escalate any sensitive sanctions-related issues according to departmental procedures
• Analyzes data and draw conclusions to meet sanctions program health reporting requirements
• Analyzes emerging trends related to sanctions regulatory changes, reporting, or other departmental functions, and provides recommendations to address gaps, issues, and enhancements in sanctions controls
• Proactively identifies sanctions matters requiring additional review or escalation, and liaises with appropriate staff to resolve as needed
• Coordinates tracking and reporting of sanctions compliance initiatives and programs

Shareholder Accountabilities:

• Prioritizes and manages own workload to meet SLA requirements for service and productivity
• Exercises discretion in managing correspondence, information, and all matters of confidentiality; escalates issues where appropriate
• Protects the interests of the organization – identifies and manages risks, and escalates non-standard, high-risk transactions/activities as necessary
• Acquires and applies expertise in the FCRM discipline; provides guidance, assistance, and direction to other FCRM partners
• Identifies, recommends, and executes standard practices applicable to the FCRM discipline
• Keeps abreast of emerging issues, trends, and evolving regulatory requirements
• Maintains a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetite
• Adheres to internal policies/procedures and applicable regulatory guidelines
• Coordinates with other FCRM partners and compliance partners to ensure consistency in the application of FCRM

Employee/Team Accountabilities:

• Participates fully as a member of the team; supports a positive work environment that promotes service to the business, quality, innovation, and teamwork, and ensures timely communication of issues/points of interest
• Supports the team by continuously enhancing knowledge/expertise in own area and participates in knowledge transfer within the team and business unit
• Keeps current on emerging trends/developments and grows knowledge of the business, related tools, and techniques
• Participates in personal performance management and development activities, including cross-training within own team
• Keeps others informed and up to date about the status/progress of projects and/or all relevant or useful information related to day-to-day activities
• Contributes to the success of the team by willingly assisting others in the completion and performance of work activities; provides training, coaching, and/or guidance as appropriate
• Contributes to a fair, positive, and equitable environment that supports a diverse workforce
• Acts as a brand champion for the function and the bank, both internally and/or externally
• Grows knowledge of the business, related tools, and techniques

Physical Requirements:

Never: 0%; Occasional: 1-33%; Frequent: 34-66%; Continuous: 67-100%

• Domestic Travel – Occasional
• International Travel – Never
• Performing sedentary work – Continuous
• Performing multiple tasks – Continuous
• Operating standard office equipment - Continuous
• Responding quickly to sounds – Occasional
• Sitting – Continuous
• Standing – Occasional
• Walking – Occasional
• Moving safely in confined spaces – Occasional
• Lifting/Carrying (under 25 lbs.) – Occasional
• Lifting/Carrying (over 25 lbs.) – Never
• Squatting – Occasional
• Bending – Occasional
• Kneeling – Never
• Crawling – Never
• Climbing – Never
• Reaching overhead – Never
• Reaching forward – Occasional
• Pushing – Never
• Pulling – Never
• Twisting – Never
• Concentrating for long periods of time – Continuous
• Applying common sense to deal with problems involving standardized situations – Continuous
• Reading, writing and comprehending instructions – Continuous
• Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing – Continuous

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The listed or specified responsibilities & duties are considered essential functions for ADA purposes.

Who We Are:

TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we strive to make every interaction, product, and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple for over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to foster deeper relationships, ensure disciplined execution, and build a simpler, faster banking experience. TD is deeply committed to being a leader in client experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are client facing. Together, we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients, colleagues and communities.

Our Total Rewards Package

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Additional Information:
We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.
Colleague Development

If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities.

If you’re passionate about helping clients and building deep, lasting relationships, TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact.  

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Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.
Interview Process
We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation

TD Bank is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, please email TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at [email protected].  Include your full name, best way to reach you and the accommodation needed to assist you with the applicant process.