JPMorganChase
Transaction Screening Escalations Analyst
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Job: Transaction Screening Escalations Analyst
Location: Global Screening Operations (GSO) – EMEA Team Team: Global Financial Crimes Compliance / Global Sanctions Compliance
Join our Global Screening Operations (GSO) team to contribute to the firm’s financial crime objectives by collaborating with Global Financial Crimes Compliance, Global Sanctions Compliance, and Global Sanctions Escalations. You will assess alerts for potential Sanctions, Money Laundering, and Terrorist Financing (ML/TF) activity, leveraging both system-generated and manually sourced information while adhering to global and local compliance standards.
Key About the Role
As a Transaction Screening Escalations Analyst, you will:
- Be part of the EMEA transaction screening team.
- Investigate live transactions flagged as presenting Internal, Sanctions, or AML (Anti-Money Laundering) concerns.
- Operate within a dynamic regulatory and business environment.
Job Responsibilities
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Transaction Review & Analysis
- Conduct comprehensive reviews of escalated production transactions across globally-booked business, flagged as suspect items under:
- OFAC (U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control)
- HMT (U.K. HM Treasury)
- EU or other sanctions programs
- Research using in-house and publicly available resources to identify potential violations and support escalation decisions.
- Conduct comprehensive reviews of escalated production transactions across globally-booked business, flagged as suspect items under:
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Decision Support & Reporting
- Assess underlying transaction data to guide escalations in line with sanctions programs and law enforcement/SAR (Suspicious Activity Report) filings.
- Clearly summarize findings for documentation in the Global Sanctions Manager system against currency cut-offs.
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Process Awareness & Client Impact
- Understand upstream and downstream processes to ensure awareness of how escalations may impact clients.
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Regulatory Knowledge & Training
- Continuously monitor and adapt to the evolving sanctions landscape through research, training, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
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Project Participation & Process Improvement
- Collaborate on ad-hoc projects to enhance technology, update procedures, and conduct thematic reviews where needed.
- Regularly evaluate controls and compliance effectiveness in alignment with internal policies and regulatory changes.
- Partner closely with other business functions to maintain robust risk management standards.
Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills
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Analytical & Written Communication
- Strong analytical skills to critically evaluate transaction data and make clear recommendations.
- Advanced written communication to summarize findings in an accurate and professional manner, aligning with market and internal deadlines.
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Process & Regulatory Awareness
- Ability to follow procedures and regulatory requirements while upholding quality standards and adherence controls.
- Understanding of risk-based approaches to compliance.
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- Interpersonal Collaboration
- Strong interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills
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Industry Experience
- Previous exposure to sanctions compliance or financial crimes compliance roles.
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Problem-Solving Mindset
- Proactive and resourceful approach to problem-solving in complex environments.
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Technical Proficiency
- Intermediate level experience with Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
About J.P. Morgan
J.P. Morgan is a global financial services leader, delivering strategic solutions to corporations, governments, and institutional investors across 100+ countries. Our committed client-centric approach powers our success, and maintaining trusted partnerships lies at the heart of what we do.
Our People & Values
We believe our diverse global talent is our strength, fostering inclusion and equality. We do not discriminate based on any protected attribute and provide accommodations for disabilities, religion, mental health, or other needs.
For further details on accommodations, visit our FAQs or request one directly.
About The Team: Commercial & Investment Bank
As a division of the Global Commercial & Investment Bank, our team supports:
- Corporates, governments, and institutions worldwide.
- Strategic financial advisory, capital markets services, risk management, and liquidity solutions across 100+ markets.
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