Head of Sanctions Platforms Operations, Vice President, Hybrid

Who we are looking for

This role is responsible for leading the Sanctions Platforms Operations team within State Street’s Financial Crimes Compliance function. The role involves the implementation and operation of State Street’s technology processing for the identification, investigation and reporting of potential situations related to relevant international sanctions regimes.

This role can be performed in a hybrid model, where you can balance work from home and office to match your needs and role requirements. Our standard hybrid model is 4 days on site and 1 day remote. Preferred location is Boston or Quincy, MA. We will also consider applicants from: Stamford, CT; Princeton and Clifton, NJ; Berwyn, PA; Atlanta, GA.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining plays an important role in the overall success of the organization. Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. To make that happen we need teams like yours to help navigate employees and the organization as a whole. In your role you will strive for cutting-edge solutions, that are straightforward and scalable. You will help us build resilience and execute day to day deliverables at our best. Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

As Head of Sanctions Platforms Operations, Vice President you will be responsible for:

• Leading the implementation and day-to-day screening operations of transactions and entities for potential sanctions risk exposure. Ion
• Foster confidence in the accuracy and effectiveness of models and processes through continuous challenge and ongoing monitoring
• Partnering with the Sanctions and Information Technology teams to develop and implement screening models, tools, and processes
• Driving operational efficiency in the team’s operational processes;
• Collaborating with other elements of State Street’s AML Compliance program as required, including the policy, risk assessment and KYC teams
• Reporting to various State Street forums on the status of the sanctions screening technical environment

What We Value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Strong abilities in analytical thinking, problem solving, research, time management, and verbal and written communication
• Capable of producing high quality and/or final work product and solutions under strict regulatory or management deadlines
• Ability to take ownership and initiative, to negotiate, influence and build consensus and successfully navigate within a demanding and international environment of a leading global financial institution

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative discipline, such as Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Finance or related field, advanced degree preferred
• 6+ years of sanctions compliance experience with responsibilities including data management, data forensics, reference or transactional data management, data governance, data engineering data architecture, data modeling or data analysis
• Knowledge of transaction message types (e.g. ACH, SWIFT, CHIPS, SEPA, etc.)
• Proficiency with Fircosoft, Fenergo, DataBricks, AWS, Informatica, and related database tools and technology preferred
• Working knowledge of related financial crime subject matter, such as KYC, suspicious activity monitoring, and/or risk assessments preferred

What We Offer

Wide Range Of Benefits, Including:

• Medical

• Prescription Drug

• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• Dental

• Vision

• Employee-Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

• Employee-Paid Long-Term Disability

• Critical Illness Insurance

• Accident Insurance & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance

• Short-Term Disability

• Identity Theft Protection

• Legal Benefits

• Bewell Programme

• Paid Time Off

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Salary Savings Program (SSP)

Salary Range:

$130 000 - $212 500 Annual

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

Job Application Disclosure:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.