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Director, Sanctions Compliance

Chicago, IL, US💼 Full-time💰 $160,000–$190,000🗓 2026-06-20 → 2026-07-28

Core

Overseeing the Second Line of Defense for sanctions risk in the US, serving as a subject matter expert on OFAC regulations and US sanctions frameworks.

Role type

Director, Sanctions Compliance

Builds

Sanctions compliance programs, policies, and standards for a global financial institution.

Domain

Banking / Financial Services / Regulatory Compliance

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

Sanctions compliance expertise, multijurisdictional sanctions regime knowledge, regulatory engagement, program leadership, cross-functional collaboration, training development, technology proficiency

Preferred skills

Strategic thinking, relationship building, mentoring, continuous improvement

Technologies

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

Lead development and enhancement of the Sanctions Compliance Program; oversee regulatory examinations, internal audits, and testing reviews; provide expert input on sanctions screening system tuning and list management; build partnerships with Technology, Data, and risk management stakeholders; develop and deliver targeted training sessions.

Seniority

Director, strategic oversight & mentorship

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