Job Description:

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Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. As a(n) AML Sanctions Specialist Senior within PNC's BSA/ AML Risk organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA; Chicago, IL; Tampa, FL; or Atlanta, GA.

As an AML Sanctions Specialist Senior, you will:

• Develop business requirements and translates business needs into moderately complex analyses and projects. Assists in the coordination and implementation of the risk management program to meet regulatory expectations.

• Develop risk expertise while working with the businesses and other risk partners (e.g., Compliance, Technology Risk, etc.) to proactively identify risk exposures across PNC.

The following competencies include:

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Understanding of the necessity and value of accuracy and attention to detail; ability to process information with high levels of accuracy.

• Anti-money Laundering/Sanctions Policies and Procedures - Knowledge of and ability to prevent or report money laundering and Sanctions-related activities in banking and financial services industry.

• Internal Controls - Knowledge of and ability to create, implement, evaluate and enhance processes in internal controls.

• Problem Solving - Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.

• Decision Making and Critical Thinking – Understanding of the issues related to the decision-making process; ability to analyze situations fully and accurately, and reach productive decisions.

• Business Acumen – Working Experience, Knowledge, insight, and understanding of business concepts, tools, and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company’s business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.

• Business Analytics – Working Experience, Knowledge of technologies, techniques and practices for the evaluation of business performance data; ability to analyze business performance using advanced statistical methods to justify and drive future business planning decisions.

• Effective Communications – Working Experience, Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

• Decision Making and Critical Thinking – Basic Experience, Understanding of the issues related to the decision-making process; ability to analyze situations fully and accurately, and reach productive decisions.

• Analytical Thinking – Working Experience, Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis and the ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve the problems in the best interest of the business.

Job Description

• Develops plans and assists in the overall implementation of enterprise wide and business unit Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Sanctions Programs to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper business practices. Assists in the execution and oversight of activities to comply with the Bank Secrecy Act, AML, USA PATRIOT ACT and Sanctions Program requirements. Developing ability to constructively challenge conclusions/status quo.


• Update AML and Sanctions policies and procedures as needed. Ensure that Compliance Manuals, Front Office Manuals, policies and procedures accurately reflect current laws, rules, other regulatory requirements and management intent. Independently challenges analyses, reviews and recommendations.


• Identify and define the AML and Sanctions objectives for assigned line(s) of business, products/services and applicable regulations. Communicate and socialize those objectives (from a leadership position) to the business. Coordinate AML and Sanctions compliance monitoring and oversee preparation of compliance reports. May serve as a resource regarding AML and Sanctions compliance impact on overall business activities, product development and customer activities.


• Prepares and edits AML and Sanctions compliance reports and/or customer risk profiles. Identifies issues, recommends corrective action plans and escalates through proper governance channels as needed. Analyzes assessments of AML and Sanctions risk and internal controls. Researches AML and Sanctions regulatory developments. Assists, as appropriate, in updating or implementing new/enhanced processes in order to ensure timely and effective compliance with new AML and Sanctions regulatory requirements.


• Supports key business initiatives by identifying AML and Sanctions Compliance risks and providing resolutions to manage these risks. Serves as a resource regarding AML and Sanctions compliance impact on such matters on overall business activities, product development and customer activities.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

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  Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.


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  Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Competencies

Accuracy and Attention to Detail – Understanding of the necessity and value of accuracy and attention to detail; ability to process information with high levels of accuracy.

Anti-money Laundering/Sanctions Policies and Procedures – Knowledge of and ability to prevent or report money laundering and Sanctions-related activities in banking and financial services industry.

Audit And Compliance Function – Knowledge of and ability to manage the major responsibilities, accountabilities, and organization of the Audit and Compliance (A&C) function or department.

Auditing – Knowledge of organization's internal audit processes, practices and methods.

Fraud Management – Knowledge of and ability to employ internal controls and to enhance business strategies for the purpose of detecting, correcting and preventing fraudulent activities.

Internal Controls – Knowledge of and ability to create, implement, evaluate and enhance processes in internal controls.

Problem Solving – Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

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