Financial Crime Compliance ("FCC") Strategy & Governance Analyst

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation • New York, NY

3d • $72,000 - $87,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a critical member of the FCC Strategy & Governance team, the Analyst is responsible for supporting FCC Governance and various compliance initiatives across the Americas Division (“AD”), including regular reporting to senior management. This role works with Compliance stakeholders across the region to advance centralization and standardization of the FCC Program.

Requirements

• BA / BS Degree
• Proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Word and other applications within the Office suite.
• Experience with Compliance, BSA/AML, OFAC, ABC, and/or Anti-Fraud topics.
• Sense of urgency, accuracy, and accountability; responsive to time sensitive needs.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to pivot to address competing priorities.
• Strong communication, organization, meeting management, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical skills to identify, document, present, and report issues and risks.
• Team player mindset, willing to be involved in FCC initiatives, as needed.
• 1-3 years of experience working in a Compliance or Risk team (preferably BSA/AML, OFAC/Sanctions, ABC, and/or Anti-Fraud-related).

Nice To Haves

• General knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support FCC governance reporting, including drafting presentations, minutes, and related documentation.
• Support the development, tracking and reporting of Annual Compliance Plan projects for FCC.
• Coordinate with Compliance stakeholders across the AD on status updates, risks, issues, and escalations.
• Engage in drafting and review of policies and procedures.
• Assist with other processes, as needed, including development and maintenance of project plans for FCC projects.
• Support tracking, reporting, and coordination with FCC stakeholders for the review of new business proposals within the AD.
• Develop and grow working understanding of the SMBC AD AML, Sanctions, Anti-Bribery and Corruption (“ABC”), and Anti-Fraud Compliance programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees