About the job

The Sanctions and Embargoes B2 Officer performs an independent review of sanctions alerts that have been escalated by Level A and investigated by Level B1. B2 Officers can make a decision either to release, reject/block or escalate to the third level of the framework based on the investigation and supporting documents prepared by Level B1. The S&E B2 Officer performs an independent review of sanctions alerts that have been escalated by Level A and investigated by Level B1. B2 Officers can make a decision either to release, reject/block or escalate to the third level of the framework based on the investigation and supporting documents prepared by Level B1.

Your main activities are

• Deliver a timely and efficient delivery of analysis by ensuring alerts are correctly prioritised by order of date or risk category and by handling the alerts efficiently, escalating blocking points or uncertainties.
• Communicate to the onshore team all cases where local action is required (escalation, rejection, throw back) and follow-up if there is any question on the decision that has been taken.
• Keep updated on developments on sanctions, embargoes and related KYC / AML / CFT / Sanctions laws and regulations and exchange with onshore teams (Compliance B2, back office and B1, GFS, among others).
• Contribute to the team’s organisation and coherence by facilitating discussions within the team (e.g. at morning meetings).
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and tools by identifying and measuring process inefficiencies or tool deficiencies, escalating these so that proposed changes can be assessed and sharing best practice with other Compliance Hub Teams.

Profile and skills to success

Behavioral Skills

• Attention to detail/rigor: Proficient
• Decision Making: Proficient
• Ability to collaborate/Teamwork: Beginner

Transversal Skills

• Analytical Ability: Proficient

Business Skills

• Compliance - Financial Security: Beginner

Languages

• English (Fluent)
• French (Intermediate)

Tools and Methodologies

• COMPLIANCE Fircosoft (Proficient)
• COMPLIANCE Vigilance (Proficient)

Experience, Academic Background & Other Qualifications

• Field of Expertise
  • Banking and Financial Operations ([0 - 2] years)
  • Audit ([0 - 2] years)
  • Compliance ([0 - 2] years)

Academic Background

• Highschool

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Why joining BNP Paribas? 

· Leading bankinginstitution

BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank, and key player ininternational banking. It operates in 63 countries and has nearly 183.000employees, including more than 146.000 in Europe.

· Our presence in Portugal

In Portugal since 1985, BNP Paribas today has more than 8.700employees, distributed across the Group's 10 business entities established inthe country. Its presence also extends to 11 excellence centres providingvalue-added services to various countries where the BNP Paribas Group alsooperates.

· International reach 

Thanks to its international presence and regular and close collaboration among its different entities, BNP Paribas has the resources to support all clients with financing, investment, savings and protection solutions that help make their projects a success. BNP Paribas holds key positions in its three core operating divisions:

• Retail Banking, a division that brings together all of the Group’s retail activities and specialised business lines; 
• Investment & Protection Services that include specialised businesses offering a wide range of savings, investment and protection services; 
• Corporate & Institutional Banking division that offers tailored financial solutions for corporate and institutional clients.

· Diversity and Inclusion commitment 

BNP Paribas is an equal opportunity employer and proud to provideequal employment opportunity to all job seekers. We are actively committed toensuring that no individual is discriminated against on the grounds of age,disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status,pregnancy and maternity/paternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexualorientation. Equity and diversity are at the core of our recruitment policybecause we believe that they foster creativity and efficiency, which in turnincrease performance and productivity. We strive to reflect the society we livein, while keeping with the image of our clients.

· Commitment towardswork/life balance

At BNP Paribas we care about our employees wellbeing and promote aculture of good integration between work and rest. We believe our employeeshave rich personal lives outside of work, being fundamental to be disconnectedfrom work to recharge both physically and mentally. Only through this balancewe may all be at our best while working.

· Remote Working Conditions

At BNP Paribas, we embrace a Smart Working framework based on trust, autonomy and collaboration. Within this framework, eligible employees can benefit from flexible remote working modalities adapted to our hybrid working environment. To guarantee a comfortable and efficient working set-up, eligible employees are provided with both the office and home equipment, are entitled to an equipment allowance and can benefit from exclusive partnerships to purchase additional equipment at reduced prices.

To find out more on why you should join BNP Paribas visit https://bnpp.lk/why-BNP-Paribas-Portugal

* Please note that only applications submitted in English will be considered.

* In case you are selected for this role, further documentation willbe requested to support your hiring process.