Financial Crimes and Sanctions Compliance Analyst - Program Manager

$133,900 - $201,300/Yr

Apple - Cupertino, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Cupertino, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The position is part of Apple's Global Export and Sanctions Compliance (GESC) group, focusing on upholding ethical and corporate standards while managing risks related to sanctions and financial crimes. The role involves collaboration with various teams to enhance compliance programs, conduct investigations, and ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the sanctioned party reviews as the escalation point for all tiered reviews at the company.
• Partner with management to optimize and enhance the sanctions compliance program.
• File compliance reports with regulators as needed and directed by management.
• Maintain program level indicators and supervise sanctions reviews across business groups.
• Assist management in maintaining program documentation and metrics.
• Interact with relevant teams to raise awareness of sanctions trends and emerging issues.
• Conduct and lead investigations of customers, business partners, and transactions according to established policies and procedures.
• Liaise with third parties on compliance data and corrective actions as needed.
• Analyze unusual findings related to sanctioned individuals or criminal activities.
• Conduct searches, gather data, and record evidence from various resources.
• Maintain thorough documentation of analysis performed.
• Support special projects or critical casework and record-keeping efforts.

Requirements

• 7+ years experience in reviews, investigation, and resolution of sanctions, fraud, or related terrorist financing issues.
• Experience using industry standard sanctions screening systems/tools.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience, CAMS/CGSS preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to apply sound ethical judgment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Expertise in OFAC/Sanctions Compliance laws and regulations.
• Self-starter, flexible, innovative, and adaptive.
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration.
• Proficiency in using Apple platforms and software, Excel/Word.
• Knowledge of AML, KYC, and FinCEN reporting.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• Discounted products and free services.
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses, including tuition.
• Eligibility for discretionary bonuses or commission payments.
• Opportunity to participate in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan.