Senior Compliance Manager, Sanctions Investigations

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sanctions Compliance Manager to join our Sanctions Compliance Office. In this critical role, you will conduct in-depth investigations into potential sanctions violations, ensure adherence to global sanctions regulations, and mitigate financial crime risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct complex, end-to-end investigations into potential sanctions violations, including but not limited to OFAC, UN, EU, CA, UK, and other relevant international sanctions regimes.
• Analyze high-risk transactions, customer profiles, and other data points to identify suspicious activity and potential breaches of sanctions regulations.
• Gather, analyze, and interpret large volumes of information from various internal and external sources to build comprehensive case files.
• Prepare detailed, well-reasoned, and concise investigative reports, clearly articulating findings, conclusions, and recommendations to senior management and relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including Legal, Compliance, Operations, and Business Units, to ensure timely resolution of alerts and effective risk mitigation.
• Stay abreast of new and evolving sanctions regulations, typologies, and enforcement actions, and provide guidance and training to partnering teams.
• Participate in the development and enhancement of sanctions compliance policies, procedures, and controls.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the sanctions investigations process, identifying efficiencies and best practices.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior analysts, fostering their professional development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Criminal Justice, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, CGSS) highly preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in sanctions investigations, financial crime compliance, or a related field within a financial institution, regulatory body, or consulting firm.
• In-depth knowledge of global sanctions regimes, including OFAC, UN, EU, CA, UK, and other major international sanctions lists.
• Proven ability to conduct complex, end-to-end investigations, from initial alert to final report.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to synthesize complex information and draw sound conclusions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex issues clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in using various financial crime compliance systems and tools (e.g., transaction monitoring systems, sanctions screening tools, case management systems).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Thrives in a team environment and sets up teammates for success; builds relationships across the company; shows empathy for customers, colleagues, and other stakeholders; open to feedback and collaboration.
• Ability to independently and successfully manage a significant caseload and large cross-company projects for multiple internal stakeholders with competing deadlines.
• Very organized; able to prioritize critical work and find ways to scale; understands the importance of process and rigor; innovates where appropriate to improve processes.

Pay

The expected base pay range for this position is:

• Bay Area, CA: $137,000 - $185,500
• San Diego, CA: $126,000 - $170,500
• Atlanta, GA: $119,000 - $161,000
• Washington, DC: $119,000 - $161,000

Intuit provides a competitive compensation package with a strong pay-for-performance rewards approach. This position may be eligible for a cash bonus, equity rewards, and benefits in accordance with applicable plans and programs.