Senior Financial Crimes Specialist

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Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Hybrid
Senior level
Fintech • Financial Services
The Role
The Senior Financial Crimes Specialist at Wells Fargo will conduct sanctions screening, review transactions for compliance with OFAC regulations, and lead process improvement initiatives. The role requires strong analytical skills and experience in financial crimes, particularly in AML and KYC practices.
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About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Financial Crimes Specialist

In this role, you will:

  • • Conduct thorough sanctions screening analysis, including review of transactions and clients against sanctions watchlists
    • Perform alert review to detect sanctions concerns and document decision rationale
    • Review transactions escalated by lines of business and operations to detect sanctions exposure
    • Ensure compliance with OFAC regulations, US sanctions and regional / global sanctions programs, as applicable
    • Participate in complex initiatives and identify opportunity for process improvements within scope of responsibilities
    • Stay current in the knowledge of global sanctions and regulatory requirements
    • Collaborate and consult with associates on all levels
    • Lead, participate in and provide support for projects and initiatives

Required Qualifications:

  • 4 + experience in Financial Crimes - AML -KYC, Sanctions Screening (Account and Transaction) or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

  • Anti -Money Laundering (AML) / Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) experience including strong knowledge and understanding of transaction monitoring.
    In-depth knowledge of OFAC regulations, US sanctions and global regulatory guidelines
    Good analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
    Good verbal and written communication skills.
    Good time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
    Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) skills

Posting End Date: 

9 Mar 2025

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Diversity

At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in US: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

 

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.  Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.

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The Company
HQ: San Francisco, CA
233,000 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 1852

What We Do

Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a diversified, community-based financial services company with approximately $1.9 trillion in assets. Wells Fargo’s vision is to satisfy our customers’ financial needs and help them succeed financially. Founded in 1852 and headquartered in San Francisco, Wells Fargo provides banking, investment and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through more than 7,300 locations, 12,000 ATMs, the internet (wellsfargo.com) and mobile banking, and has offices in over 40 countries and territories to support customers who conduct business in the global economy. With approximately 250,000 team members, Wells Fargo serves one in three households in the United States. Wells Fargo & Company was ranked No. 41 on Fortune’s 2022 rankings of America’s largest corporations. News, insights and perspectives from Wells Fargo are also available at Wells Fargo Stories.

Relevant military experience is considered for veterans and transitioning service men and women.
Wells Fargo is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation. © 2016 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. All rights reserved. Member FDIC.

Why Work With Us

We're known for our “Well Life” approach to supporting employees’ career aspirations, work-life balance, and mental and physical health. We ranked #2 on the 2023 LinkedIn Top Companies list – and #1 among financial services companies – as the best workplace “to grow your career” in the U.S.

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