Risk Assessment specialist - Financial Crimes

Position Summary:

A mid-sized technology focused bank is seeking a Risk Assessment Specialist to join their growing compliance team. This individual will play a key role in evaluating financial crime risks, assisting with the enhancement of risk frameworks, and contributing to compliance with regulatory standards.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct reviews and analyses to support financial crime and sanctions risk assessments.
• Collect and evaluate data to identify trends and assess exposure to regulatory risks.
• Work closely with team leaders to develop actionable reports and insights for senior stakeholders.
• Monitor ongoing risk-related activities, flagging potential issues and suggesting effective mitigation strategies.
• Stay informed on changes in financial crime and sanctions regulations to ensure organizational compliance.

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as finance, risk management, or business administration.
• 3–5 years of experience in risk assessment, and/or financial crimes compliance is required
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of financial crime and sanctions regulations.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Technical Expertise:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and the ability to quickly learn proprietary systems or applications.