Remote Background Screening Jobs in Pennsylvania

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As a Screening Specialist in our Global Financial Crimes Compliance ("GFCC") Central Screening Unit ("CSU"), you will be responsible for reviewing alerts generated from the sanctions screening of transactions, including cash payments, trade instructions, securities holdings and client related names In support of the Firm's custody, private banking, investment management, and technology businesses' you will be responsible for screening, identifying hits which warrant additional research, and escalating potential sanctions violations and/or reputational/financial risks. Your ability to manage time efficiently and effectively and your excellent organizational and communication skills will allow you to serve as an integral member of the team.

NOTE: This role is 11am - 7pm EST shift.

Key responsibilities include:

• Using your analytical and investigative skills conducting Level 1 (L1 - initial review) of sanctions screening for real time and post transactional review of hits in FircoSoft (automated sanctions screening system) at an enterprise level for potential violations of Office of Foreign Asset Controls ("OFAC"), other governmental sanctions regimes, Internal Interdict list and FinCEN 314(a) in accordance with defined procedures. Hits are generated from, but not limited to screening of transactions, cash payments, trade instructions, corporate action messaging, and client-related names (i.e. Beneficial owners and/or interested parties).
• Conducting manual sanctions screening and providing timely response to various requests/inquiries received within the sanction's mailbox from multiple areas of the bank including but not limited to Mutual Funds, Corporate Actions and Trade Management.
• Performing control reconciliation functions of daily reviews to ensure all hits are addressed/escalated in a timely manner.
• Ensuring that policies and procedures are adhered to daily and have this evidenced.
• Developing an understanding of AML/OFAC requirements and implications.
• Identifying problem items and escalating to the Lead/Supervisor as necessary.
• Communicate professionally and constructively to effectively resolve issues in a timely and efficient manner.
• Staying abreast of regulatory changes and AML-related news, with an emphasis on OFAC sanctions-related developments.
• Working closely with colleagues in broader compliance discipline and lines of business.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree or equivalent work experience.
• 1+ years of fundamental Sanctions knowledge or related Anti-Money Laundering (AML) experience
• Banking Operational background, specifically in SWIFT, CHIPS, payments message types, a plus. Ability to see through gray areas and assess AML-related risks.
• Detail oriented and investigative/administrative ability.
• Ability to identify, escalate and resolve a problem.
• Ability to multi-task, adhere to intra-day deadlines, and work in a team environment.
• Strong knowledge of laws applicable to money laundering, including the Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act, US Treasury AML guidelines, OFAC requirements, a plus.
• Knowledge of FircoSoft or related sanctions screening systems strongly preferred.
• Access to a high speed broadband internet connection

This role is fully remote however to be eligible you must be based in the central NY or Greater Pittsburgh areas.

Salary Range

Central NY: $40k-$50k base salary + annual bonus target

Pittsburgh: $45k-$55k base salary + annual bonus target

BBH and its affiliates' compensation program includes base salary, discretionary bonuses, and profit-sharing. The anticipated base salary range(s) shown above are only for the indicated location(s) and may differ in other locations due to cost of living and labor considerations. Base salaries may vary based on factors such as skill, experience and qualification for the role. BBH's total rewards package recognizes your contributions with more than just a paycheck-providing you with benefits that enhance your experience at BBH from long-term savings, healthcare, and income protection to professional development opportunities and time off, our programs support your overall well-being.

We value diverse experiences. We value diverse experiences and transferrable skillsets. If your career hasn't followed a traditional path, includes alternative experiences, or doesn't meet every qualification or skill listed in the job description, please do go ahead and apply.

About BBH:

Brown Brothers Harriman (BBH) is a premier global financial services firm, known for premium service, specialist expertise, technology solutions and partnership approach to client management. Across Investor Services and Capital Partners, we work with an enviable roster of sophisticated clients who make BBH their first call when they are tackling their hardest challenges. Delivering for our clients and each other energizes us.

We believe that how we do our work is just as important as what we do. We are relentless problem solvers who know our best ideas come from collective debate and development-so we are never possessive about our ideas. Every day we come together as a diverse community of smart and caring people to deliver exceptional service and expert advice-creating success that lasts. No matter where you sit in the organization, everyone is empowered to contribute their ideas. BBHers can pick up the phone and call any colleague, and they are happy to help. Expanding your impact beyond your daily role is part of how we operate as trusted partners to one another.

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