Operations Head of Sanctions 

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We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Director, Anti Money Laundering/Prevention/Know Your Client to join our Sanctions and SAR Control team. This role is located in Pittsburgh, PA, .

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:

• Lead a large multifunctional operations team within the Treasury Services (TS) client platform, providing support, guidance, leadership aligning with the principals of BNY
• This role will consist of all management functions such as performance management, financial planning, and strategic direction with a Multi-site & country team of over 100 people 
• Set and execute strategic priorities alongside both the platform (TS) and the practice (Operations) to deliver world class service to a diverse suit of clients 
• Work with clients directly to address issues in service, escalations, and future commitments to ensure that BNY is providing the best possible service and adhering to the value of “be more for our clients” 
• Innovate and improve the way the operations team delivers day to day work, leveraging new technologies such as AI to help to streamline highly manual processes, building scale for the product(s) 
• Collaborate across various practices, Engineering, Product, Operations, Compliance to ensure that what is being delivered for the platform and clients is the right solution and end goal
• Lead with a risk first mindset being accountable and acting where necessary to close gaps and manage risk within the operations team

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:

• Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• 10-15 years of total work experience preferred with 3-5 years management experience preferred.
• Experience in trading, brokerage, fraud or law is preferred.
• Applicable local/regional licenses or certifications as required by the business.

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BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter. 

 

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