AML Analyst - Sanctions

Description

You will serve as an Analyst with responsibilities for accurately evaluating customer information and taking appropriate action to protect the company against the risk of economic sanctions violations in accordance with regulatory procedure and policy in consultation with supervisory staff. The Sanctions Analyst is primarily responsible for fulfilling Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) requirements through enhanced evaluation, identification, and research of transactions and relationships of both new and existing customers.

Most importantly, at Citizens we're more than a bank and here you'll experience new opportunities, think beyond your role and make an impact!

Primary responsibilities include :

Analyzing, researching and decisioning alerts related to potential violations of OFAC laws

Providing feedback in the development of strategies to alleviate operational issues and ensuring compliance within the area of responsibility; making recommendations for improving effectiveness of policies and procedures

Reporting and submitting necessary documentation

Interfacing with internal clients, Compliance, business, Client Services, Cash Operations, Securities Operations as required

Understanding and following operational controls to minimize errors

Required Skills / Experience :

Banking experience

Critical thinking, analytical and research skills

Strong attention to detail

Effective communication and business writing skills

Aptitude to develop banking and system knowledge

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Preferred Skills / Experience

Experience working with a variety of information systems and data files, including large and complex files or systems

Understanding of OFAC, traditional banking regulations and banking functions as well as world events

Hours & Work Schedule

Hours per Week : 40

Work Schedule : M-F 10 : 00am - 6 : 30pm; flexibility to occasionally start early / work later

Position is 4 days onsite / week at Johnston office.

Some job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status / parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy / childbirth / lactation, colleague's or a dependent's reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and / or local laws. At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, performance and capability.

Why Work for Us

At Citizens, you'll find a customer-centric culture built around helping our customers and giving back to our local communities. When you join our team, you are part of a supportive and collaborative workforce, with access to training and tools to accelerate your potential and maximize your career growth

Background Check

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the candidate successfully passing a background check, which may include initial credit, motor vehicle record, public record, prior employment verification, and criminal background checks. Results of the background check are individually reviewed based upon legal requirements imposed by our regulators and with consideration of the nature and gravity of the background history and the job offered. Any offer of employment will include further information.

11 / 06 / 2025