Truist Financial - Atlanta, GA

posted about 2 months ago

Part-time,Full-time - Mid Level
Atlanta, GA
1,001-5,000 employees
Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

The Financial Crimes Analyst III position at Truist Bank involves performing critical research and loss mitigation efforts across various intake channels to effectively manage Financial Crimes related cases and alerts. The role requires a thorough analysis of account activity to assess risk levels and make informed decisions in accordance with corporate and departmental policies and procedures. Initially, the position will require on-site presence three days a week, transitioning to four days a week starting October 1st. The analyst will be part of the Global Sanctions and Screening Team, which is tasked with reviewing and addressing complex sanctions alerts to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. This includes managing alerts related to various risk controls, such as identifying Politically Exposed Persons (PEP) and handling alerts from clients with connections to sanctioned jurisdictions like Russia, Cuba, Venezuela, Iran, and Syria. In this role, the analyst will be responsible for the timely analysis and adjudication of sanctions client alerts, ensuring that Truist does not engage in prohibited activities. The position demands expert review of complex transactions and relationships to assess their sanctions nexus. Analysts will also be required to obtain and analyze documentation from clients associated with sanctioned jurisdictions to ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements. Effective communication with business units to gather necessary documentation for evaluating alerts is also a key responsibility. The role requires strong investigative and analytical skills, as well as the ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment while managing multiple cases or alerts efficiently and effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Perform research and loss mitigation efforts across multiple intake channels to decision Financial Crimes related cases and alerts.
  • Analyze and adjudicate sanctions client alerts to prevent engagement in prohibited activities.
  • Conduct expert reviews of complex transactions and relationships to assess sanctions nexus.
  • Analyze alerts related to risk controls, including identification of Politically Exposed Persons (PEP).
  • Obtain and analyze documentation related to clients from sanctioned jurisdictions to ensure compliance.
  • Manage communications with Business Units to gather necessary documentation for alert evaluation.
  • Utilize banking systems to investigate and research transactional information to meet Financial Crimes requirements.
  • Support effective communication with internal and external partners or clients.
  • Participate in BSA/AML/OFAC and/or Fraud related training to stay updated on changing laws and regulations.

Requirements

  • Associates Degree or equivalent education and related training.
  • Three to five years of banking, financial industry, or related experience, preferably in a branch, audit, compliance, legal, risk, or lending capacity.
  • Ability to learn and perform complex processes to meet departmental procedures, policies, and regulations.
  • Strong investigative, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
  • Strong work prioritization and time management skills.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and client service skills.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications such as Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
  • Ability and willingness to work flexible hours as required.

Nice-to-haves

  • Familiarity with OFAC/sanctions and/or the wire transfer process.
  • Ability to identify, escalate, and resolve challenges.
  • Experience collaborating with team members of all levels and cross-functional partners.
  • Ability to work independently under time constraints and manage time efficiently.
  • Bachelor's degree or related qualification.

Benefits

  • AD&D insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • RSU
  • Vision insurance
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