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Deutsche Bank · 1 day ago

Americas Head of Sanctions - Director

New York, 1 Columbus Circle

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff

$170K/yr - $308K/yr

Deutsche Bank is a leading global investment bank, and they are seeking an Americas Head of Sanctions to provide subject matter expertise on economic sanctions laws. This role involves managing a high-performing advisory team, delivering sanctions guidance, and overseeing sanctions-related programs and initiatives.

BankingFinanceFinancial Services

Responsibilities

Provide real-time, risk-based guidance and support on sanctions related matters to internal stakeholders, including front office and operations

Lead, manage and motivate a team of sanctions advisory professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Prepare and deliver clear, concise reporting and presentations to management and governance committees

Review escalations, high-risk transactions, and business proposals for potential exposure to embargoed countries, entities, or prohibited end uses

Monitor and interpret changes in regulatory developments, communicate impact to the organization and translate requirements into actionable policies and controls including regulatory reporting

Lead program management activities including policy enhancements, issue management and remediation related initiatives

Lead with clarity and purpose, setting a clear vision for the Economic Sanctions Advisory function that aligns with regulatory expectations and organizational priorities

Build, inspire, and retain a high-performing advisory team through active coaching, thoughtful delegation, and a focus on professional development

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and sound risk judgment, encouraging open dialogue and timely escalation of issues

Qualification

Sanctions compliance expertiseRegulatory risk managementTeam leadershipAdvanced degreeFinancial services knowledgeMulti-tasking abilityAnalytical skillsResearch skillsCommunication skills

Required

Masters, Juris doctor or other advanced degree and industry experience in sanctions compliance, export controls, trade compliance, or a related advisory role

Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to translate regulatory concepts into clear guidance for wider stakeholder engagement

Ability to work across geographic boundaries to achieve organizational goals & objectives

Knowledge of business, products, operations, systems for a financial services sector

Ability to deliver timely and quality execution in a fast-paced and high-pressured environment and flexibility to meet deadlines, ability to act decisively, and manage multiple projects simultaneously