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StoneX Group Inc. · 2 months ago

VP - Sanctions Team Lead

StoneX Group Inc. is a Fortune 100, Nasdaq-listed provider that connects clients to global markets. The role of Sanctions Subject Matter Expert involves strengthening the Firm’s sanctions compliance framework and conducting holistic sanctions analysis to ensure adherence to US sanctions regulations.

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Responsibilities

Review and analyze sanctions-related escalations involving new and existing customers, wire transfers, trades, and other transactions; determine and document the appropriate course of action
Review and provide guidance on complex relationships and product offerings that present heightened sanctions risks
Make recommendations on procedural enhancement or changes if needed
Disseminate sanctions guidance and newsletters, and work with respective groups to ensure processes adhere to new developments as they arise
Lead enterprise-wide sanctions risk assessments
Conduct assessments of controls related to the screening of payments and transactions (by business line) to ensure that transactional processes comply with OFAC regulations and the AML Sanctions Policy
Provide guidance to respective teams (Operations, Treasury, Margin) on control enhancements that need to be implemented based on any gaps noted
Perform submission of applicable OFAC reports as needed in coordination with Legal department if necessary
Conduct quality-assurance checks and validations of OFAC filtering systems—including testing after SDN updates—to confirm system compliance
Develop and deliver sanctions-related training as needed
Stay abreast with new laws and regulations that involve U.S. Sanctions Compliance
Perform other duties assigned by management, including supporting other AML Department areas as needs arise
Liaise with AML Compliance and Technology teams on screening issues and system enhancements
Proactively identify regulatory or operational issues and implement solutions to strengthen the control environment
Participate in special projects supporting the U.S. Sanctions Compliance program
Assist with preparing materials for internal and external OFAC and sanctions-related regulatory examinations

Qualification

Sanctions compliance experienceUS/OFAC regulations knowledgeFinancial transaction analysisStakeholder collaborationCommunication skillsTeam playerProblem-solving skills

Required

6-8 years of prior sanctions compliance and advisory experience at a financial institution, law firm, regulatory agency, or other similar work environment
Good understanding of payment methods, fund movement and financial transaction types
Proven experience collaborating with multiple stakeholders and internal teams
Experience and comfort working in an ever-changing industry and the flexibility to quickly react to changing demands
Knowledge of US/OFAC regulations and requirements, including reporting and licensing obligations
Bachelor's Degree

Preferred

Ability to adapt effectively within a multi-matrix, fast-paced environment
A dedicated team player able to easily integrate themselves into a highly collaborative AML Compliance Department
A Proactive team player who can independently evaluate risk, identify issues and present solutions to Senior management
Excellent writing and communication skills
Ability to make recommendations with confidence, applying sound judgement based on collective information gathered
Ability to recognize sensitive matters requiring quick escalation to Senior management

Benefits

A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits

Company

StoneX Group Inc.

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Connection isn't just something we provide—it's who we are. StoneX Group Inc.

H1B Sponsorship

StoneX Group Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (18)
2024 (14)
2023 (27)
2022 (15)
2021 (19)
2020 (4)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.18B
2025-06-23Post Ipo Debt· $625M
2024-02-15Post Ipo Debt· $550M
2003-01-10IPO

Leadership Team

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Glenn Stevens
CEO
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Sean O'Connor
Chief Executive Officer
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