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Responsibilities Maintain and enhance sanctions screening watchlists, including vendor-provided and ... analytics tools to improve operational efficiency and strengthen controls Partner with global and ...

... a senior leadership position within the Payments and Sanctions Operations leadership team ... The successful candidate will lead large-scale global teams responsible for sanctions screening ...

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How much do senior sanctions screening analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior sanctions screening analyst in the United States is $109,846.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,500.00 and $137,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Sanctions Screening Analyst vs Sanctions Screening Analyst?

AspectSenior Sanctions Screening AnalystSanctions Screening Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, compliance certifications (e.g., CAMS), experience in sanctionsBachelor's degree, compliance certifications (e.g., CAMS), entry to mid-level experience
Work EnvironmentSenior-level compliance teams, financial institutions, multinational corporationsOperational teams within banks, financial services, or regulatory agencies
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in banking, finance, and multinational corporations with sanctions compliance needsCommon in banking and financial sectors for sanctions monitoring roles

The main difference is that a Senior Sanctions Screening Analyst typically has more experience, handles complex cases, and may oversee junior staff, whereas a Sanctions Screening Analyst focuses on executing screening tasks and monitoring transactions. Both roles require compliance knowledge and certifications, but the senior role involves greater responsibility and expertise.

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Infographic showing various Senior Sanctions Screening Analyst job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 52% Full Time, 44% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,846 per year, or $52.8 per hour.

Compliance Analyst (3-6 YOE)

Manhattan, NY • On-site

BizTek People, Inc. | APA International Placement Consultants
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 51 - 200 employees

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BizTek People is in search of an experienced Compliance Analyst - ISO 20022 for our client in NYC!
Schedule: Hybrid
Job Description:
We are seeking a detail-oriented professional to support ISO 20022 message testing and documentation, with a focus on compliance systems. The ideal candidate will have experience in system testing, documentation, and sanctions screening tools.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform ISO 20022 message testing and documentation.
  • Review the scope of system changes resulting from ISO 20022 implementation.
  • Assess the impact on Sanctions Screening and Transaction Monitoring systems.
  • Facilitate User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system changes.
  • Document changes and testing evidence for submission to Head Office and Model Risk Management.
  • Manage FircoSoft sanctions list updates and perform daily list change testing.
  • Document tuning efforts, including good guy clean-up and rule creation.

Key Qualifications:
  • 3-6 years of relevant experience.
  • Strong knowledge of compliance systems.
  • Experience with programming and system testing.
  • General understanding of ISO 20022 messages, especially wire message parties and transaction flows.
  • Project management and reporting skills.

Other titles: Compliance Systems Analyst ISO 20022, Compliance Systems Analyst, Sanctions Screening Analyst, AML Compliance Analyst, Regulatory Technology Analyst, Financial Crime Systems Analyst, QA Analyst - Compliance Systems, Systems Testing Analyst - ISO 20022, Technology Risk Analyst, UAT Analyst - Financial Messaging, Application Support Analyst - Compliance Tools, Business Analyst - Compliance Technology, Project Analyst - ISO 20022 Implementation, Risk & Compliance Project Coordinator, Operations Analyst - Sanctions & Screening
Skill Set
ISO 20022 message testing Compliance systems expertise Sanctions screening (Fircosoft, watch lists) System testing (UAT, regression, integration) Documentation and regulatory reporting Payment messaging (SWIFT, CHIPS, Fedwire) Project management and reporting AI learning and tuning for sanctions screening Fast-paced environment adaptability Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills AML and financial crime compliance Coordination with vendors and stakeholders