Sanctions & KYC Manager

LendingClub

. Resolve escalated sanctions alerts and inquiries, including wire transactions and potential matches .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial crimes compliance, particularly in sanctions and KYC processes, with a strong ability to analyze data, document decisions, and implement regulatory changes effectively. Proficient in managing escalated cases and improving workflows while ensuring compliance with BSA/AML and OFAC regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Financial Crimes Compliance ExperienceBSA/AML KnowledgeSanctions Screening ExperienceKYC Requirements ExpertiseCAMS Certification

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Hard Skills

Sanctions Alert ResolutionCustomer Due DiligenceData ValidationWire Transaction AnalysisRegulatory ReportingQuality ReviewPerformance Metrics InterpretationEscalation ManagementImplementation ChecksRisk Assessment

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsClear CommunicationPrioritizationPeer CoachingAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Sanctions Screening PlatformsKYC Workflow ToolsAI ToolsDashboardsScorecards

Certifications & Qualifications

CAMSCGSS

Industry Keywords

OFAC SanctionsFinancial InstitutionsCompliance TestingVoluntary Self-DisclosuresRegulatory Examinations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Resolve escalated sanctions alerts and inquiries, including wire transactions and potential matches
Document sanctions decisions within delegated authority and escalate matters requiring additional approval
Prepare blocked property and rejected transaction reports
Support sanctions violation reviews and voluntary self-disclosures
Translate regulatory and policy changes into procedures, training, and practical business guidance
Maintain dashboards, scorecards, and capacity models tracking volumes, aging, quality, and emerging risks
Recommend actions to address control gaps
Partner with Quality Assurance, Compliance Testing, and business teams to identify control weaknesses and complete corrective actions
Provide documented evidence for audits and regulatory examinations
Drive screening and KYC system improvements with technology, data, and operations partners
Define requirements, validate data, conduct user acceptance testing, and perform implementation checks
Support customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, beneficial ownership, customer risk rating, and periodic review work when required
Perform quality reviews and handle escalated complex cases
Improve team workflows through standardization, peer coaching, and approved AI tools while protecting sensitive information and validating outputs

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of relevant financial crimes compliance experience with regulated financial institutions, including sanctions and preferably KYC
Strong working knowledge of BSA/AML, OFAC sanctions, and KYC requirements
Hands-on experience with customer identification, customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, beneficial ownership, customer risk rating methodologies, and periodic reviews
Experience investigating sanctions screening alerts, assessing ownership under OFAC’s 50 Percent Rule, evaluating payment activity, and preparing blocked property and rejected transaction reports
Experience reading and interpreting wire and ACH payment transactions
Ability to independently deliver defined workstreams, prioritize competing deadlines, and recognize when escalation is required
Strong analytical skills, including data validation and performance metrics interpretation
Clear writing and communication skills
Hands-on experience using AI tools responsibly, with attention to confidentiality, accuracy, limitations, and human review
Bachelor's degree or higher, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
CAMS, CGSS, or comparable financial crimes or sanctions certification preferred
Experience with sanctions screening platforms, including Bridger preferred, and KYC workflow tools
Experience supporting sanctions voluntary self-disclosures, regulatory examinations, or remediation projects preferred
Ability to work local hours in PT, MT, or ET time zones
Ability to travel to Happen Bank offices and/or other locations as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Long-term awards (equity)
Annual bonus based on company performance, employee performance and eligible earnings
Medical, dental and vision plans for employees and their families
401(k) match
Health and wellness programs
Flexible time off policies for salaried employees
Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
Relocation offered based on actual job level
Hybrid work model with in-office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays