Vice President, Sanctions Advisory (escalations Team Lead)
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group
London, United Kingdom
Sanctions risk management
Payments compliance expertise
Financial crime control framework
This role drives the implementation of MUFG Bank’s financial crime risk appetite, policies, and standards by managing a dedicated sanctions advisory escalation hub within the Sanctions Advisory team
Job Summary
This role drives the implementation of MUFG Bank’s financial crime risk appetite, policies, and standards by managing a dedicated sanctions advisory escalation hub within the Sanctions Advisory team.
The Level 3 Escalations and Payment Transformation Team is responsible for handling payment and client-related escalations and queries across the EMEA region, ensuring sanctions and payment regulations are fully understood and adhered to.
MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count.
Matching Summary
This role drives the implementation of MUFG Bank’s financial crime risk appetite, policies, and standards by managing a dedicated sanctions advisory escalation hub within the Sanctions Advisory team.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Sanctions risk management
Payments compliance expertise
Financial crime control framework
Regulatory analysis and reporting
Team leadership and development
Transaction and client advisory
Payment transformation projects
Nice-to-have
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Ability to operate under pressure
Collaborative and matrix-oriented working style
Proactive and motivated approach
Creative and innovative problem solving
Excellent organizational skills
Calm under pressure
Key Requirements
Proven experience in sanctions
Strong payments knowledge
Experience in banking and financial crime risk
Knowledge of OFAC, EU, and UK sanctions regulations