Operations Consultant – Sanctions Screening

Bank of America

. Perform sanctions reviews on a variety of transactions and/or relationships .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $59,700 - $96,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Economic Sanctions compliance, including sanctions reviews and client due diligence. Proficient in operations processes, with strong analytical skills and the ability to manage projects and teams effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Economic Sanctions ExperienceClient Due DiligenceKYCOperations ComplianceRisk Framework

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Hard Skills

Sanctions ReviewsEconomic Sanctions Program RequirementsDisposition of Sanctions AlertsWTX ExperienceACH ExperienceAnalytical SkillsDetail OrientedPC ProficiencyKeyboarding SkillsGlobal Banking & Markets Process

Soft Skills

Highly OrganizedBias For ActionTimely Decision MakingTeam Player AttitudeGood Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

ExcelWordOutlook

Industry Keywords

OFAC ComplianceOperations EnvironmentProgram ImplementationWorkflow MonitoringTraining Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform sanctions reviews on a variety of transactions and/or relationships
Ensure compliance with regulators such as OFAC (Office of Foreign Assets Control)
Monitor queue volumes and priorities
Communicate with different Lines of Business to retrieve information or advise of adverse decisions
Advise on the design, development, and implementation of complex products, systems, and services in an operations environment
Advise on projects and direct activities of a team related to special initiatives
Serve as a technical expert in the assigned area, explaining operations processes and implications for other groups
Consult on present-state and develop alternative future-state approaches
Facilitate implementations by creating a clear approach to program/initiative setup, execution, and control
Identify and recommend responsibilities and accountabilities for key programs/projects
Monitor workflow and team progress and provide feedback to manager/team
Monitor escalations from Lines of Business and respond in a timely manner
Coordinate with other sites/regions to ensure daily SSCoE goals are met
Provide training to new hires and upskill training to existing associates
Update existing training to reflect environmental changes

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ year experience in Operations or Compliance; Economic Sanctions experience highly desired
Experience and knowledge of economic sanctions program requirements and disposition of sanctions alerts or extensive background with WTX and/or ACH experience
Experience in client due diligence and KYC
Highly organized; demonstrates a bias for action and commitment to achieving sustainable results
Makes timely and fact-based decisions
Analytical and detail oriented
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and navigate change
Ability to work independently and within a team
Strong risk framework and approach
Ability to prioritize, use own initiative, and be flexible
Good oral and written communication skills
PC proficiency and excellent keyboarding/typing skills
Ability to work Sunday–Thursday
Ability to work additional hours outside the standard work schedule as business needs dictate
Experience in Global Banking & Markets business process
Knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook
Team player attitude, enthusiasm, and commitment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary incentive eligible; participation in the annual discretionary plan
Benefits eligible
Paid time off
Resources and support to employees
In-office culture supporting collaboration, engagement, and career development
Opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact