General Counsel, Sanctions/AML

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify, evaluate, and manage sanctions and AML risks in a way that enables the organization to deliver sustainable business growth;
• Provide advice and direction relating to higher risk transactions from a sanctions or AML perspective, including, as appropriate, advising on and shepherding the preparation and submission of higher risk licenses necessary for the operation of the business and maintenance of an effective compliance program;
• Advises on and enhances trade controls, including policies and procedures as well as screening protocols, to support risk management and compliant business (and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements);
• Stay updated on trade laws, regulations, designations, and other related regulatory announcements, assess and calibrate program response, and communicate business impacts;
• Exercise strong leadership, collaboration, and execution skills with project teams, outside vendors (including outside counsel) and consultants;
• Assist in testing and audits of the sanctions and AML compliance program and in periodic risk assessments to identify improvement opportunities and potential solutions;
• Assist in developing and providing trainings on sanctions and AML compliance issues for all internal stakeholders;
• Support investigations into sanctions and AML compliance matters.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD)
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in a law department, preferably in a multi-national company, law firm or government agency
• Significant experience in trade regulations, including U.S. sanctions laws and AML regulations
• Knowledge of Compliance IT and digital systems (including ERP software systems, SAP, GTS, Salesforce, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills
• Absolute adherence to principles of integrity, compliance and ethics