Sanction Engineer

My client is seeking a Vice President - Technical Analyst (Financial Crime) to join their IT FinCrime team in Dublin. This pivotal role will focus on leading sanctions compliance technology, supporting screening systems, and delivering strategic transformation projects, while working closely with stakeholders across compliance and operations.

• Lead the technical roadmap and delivery of Financial Crime systems aligned with business and regulatory objectives.

• Provide hands-on 3LoD BAU support, ensuring operational excellence across sanctions screening applications.

• Collaborate with Compliance, Operations, and global teams to translate regulatory requirements into effective technical solutions.

• Oversee system upgrades, vendor assessments, and major transformation projects.

• Strong IT background within financial services, with recent experience in Financial Crime or compliance.

• Hands-on expertise with FircoSoft Trust and Continuity, SQL data analysis, and Linux scripting.

• Degree in Computer Science or related field; professional certifications such as CAMS, PMP, or ITIL are desirable.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a proven ability to deliver in a regulatory environment.

The IT FinCrime function plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with global financial crime regulations. The team is responsible for supporting sanctions screening systems, delivering strategic initiatives, and embedding regulatory requirements into effective technology solutions.

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