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Sanctions Specialist - Banking

Geneva Permanent View Job Description
This position offers significant exposure to the Head of Compliance, Senior Management and the Executive Committee on all matters related to international sanctions.

Added 26/08/2026

  • You have local experience in Sanctions in a bank.
  • You speak french, english / russian a plus.

About Our Client

Our client, a Geneva-based private bank, is looking for a Sanctions Specialist to strengthen its Compliance function.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day sanctions-related matters across the bank.
  • Conduct sanctions reviews, investigations and risk assessments on clients, transactions and counterparties.
  • Review and analyse sanctions screening alerts.
  • Provide expert guidance on international sanctions regimes, including OFAC, EU, UK, SECO and UN sanctions.
  • Identify, assess and mitigate sanctions-related risks.
  • Advise Front Office and control functions on sanctions compliance matters.
  • Contribute to the enhancement of sanctions policies, procedures and internal controls.
  • Escalate and present sensitive cases to the Head of Compliance, Legal and Executive Committee when required.
  • Monitor regulatory developments and emerging sanctions risks.
  • Deliver training and awareness initiatives on sanctions compliance topics.



The Successful Applicant

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of dedicated sanctions experience, preferably within private banking, wealth management or financial services.
  • Previous experience within Compliance is highly desirable.
  • Strong knowledge of international sanctions frameworks.
  • Hands-on professional capable of operating independently.
  • Excellent analytical and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders and management.
  • Flexible, responsive and comfortable taking ownership of complex matters.
  • Fluent in French, English - Russian a big plus.



What's on Offer

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Quote job ref
JN-082026-7091069

Job summary

Job Function
Banking & Financial Services
Specialisation
Compliance & Legal
Industry
Financial Services
Where
Geneva
Contract Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-082026-7091069

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