Risk Specialist

Summary

The position is responsible for performing confidential research and investigations of money laundering and other financial crimes.

Responsibilities

• Review and disposition potential Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) matches on real-time or in-process transactions.
• Identify transactions that have the potential to be Blocked or Rejected due to sanctions.
• Conduct internet research and obtain relevant documentation to support disposition of potential OFAC matches.
• Read, analyze, interpret, and apply sanctions regulations to ensure the Bank remains in compliance.
• Assist with sanction screening system testing for implementation of new products/services and system upgrades.
• Make decisions on appropriate action to take regarding the need for further investigation.
• Support management teams, ensuring daily, weekly, and monthly activities are completed on time.
• Participate in exams/audits by assisting in gathering of data for federal regulators, state examiners, independent auditors, and law enforcement.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 0–4 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Banking experience preferred.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
• No supervisory responsibilities.

About the Company

First Horizon Corporation is a leading regional financial services company, dedicated to helping our clients, communities and associates unlock their full potential with capital and counsel. Headquartered in Memphis, TN, the banking subsidiary First Horizon Bank operates in 12 states across the southern U.S. The Company and its subsidiaries offer commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking services. First Horizon has been recognized as one of the nation's best employers by Fortune and Forbes magazines and a Top 10 Most Reputable U.S. Bank.

Benefits

• Medical with wellness incentives, dental, and vision
• HSA with company match
• Maternity and parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mentor program
• 401(k) with 6% match