AML Sanctions Advisor

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As an AML Sanctions Advisor within PNC's Financial Intelligence Unit Operations organization, you may be based in a remote location. This position may not be available in all geographic locations. Position Summary: We are seeking an analytical and detail-oriented individual to support a fast-paced AML and Financial Crimes organization. This role is responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing operational reporting, performance metrics, dashboards, and data analysis to support management decision-making and regulatory reporting needs. The ideal candidate possesses advanced Excel skills, strong quantitative and problem-solving abilities, and experience translating data into actionable insights for business partners and senior leadership. Knowledge of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) processes or financial crimes operations is preferred. Experience with Power BI and data visualization tools is highly desirable. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong critical thinking skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collectively as a team. Key Skills: -Advanced Excel -Reporting and metrics -Data analysis -Data visualization -Critical thinking -Power BI -Forecasting model development -Staffing analytics -AML/financial crimes knowledge   This position may be eligible for remote work in select geographic locations, subject to approval by PNC. If approved, work must be conducted from a quiet, secure, and confidential home-based workspace. Occasional in-office participation may be required based on business needs. PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position. Job Description In an individual contributor role and advisor on AML and Sanctions Program subject matter specialties, communicates effective enterprise wide and business unit compliance program requirements and implications to comply with the Bank Secrecy Act, AML, USA PATRIOT ACT and Sanctions Program. Activities aim to prevent or identify illegal, unethical, or improper business practices. Provides AML and Sanctions advice and critical challenge to senior staff, lines of business and operational execution areas. Demonstrates ability to constructively challenge conclusions/status quo and credibly influences customers. Updates Compliance policies and procedures as needed. Ensures that Compliance Manuals, Front Office Manuals, policies and procedures accurately reflect current laws, rules, other regulatory requirements and management intent. Coordinates regulatory examinations and inquiries, including the coordination of interviews and information requests from regulatory agencies. Independently challenges analyses, reviews and recommendations. Identifies and helps to define the enterprise wide AML and Sanctions program objectives for assigned line(s) of business, products/services and operational execution areas that may execute program components to comply with the Bank Secrecy Act, AML, USA PATRIOT ACT and Sanctions Program. Serves as an AML and Sanctions subject matter specialist regarding impact on Program design and execution. Communicate and socialize those objectives (from a leadership position) to the business or operational execution points. May lead or coordinate AML and Sanctions Program monitoring reviews. Reviews AML and Sanctions compliance reports and related customer risk profiles. Identifies issues, escalates through proper governance channels as needed, and recommends corrective action plans. Reviews and analyzes assessments of AML and Sanctions risk and internal controls, as appropriate. Analyzes regulatory developments, advises business management of proposed rule changes and provide recommendations. Assists, as appropriate, in updating or implementing new/enhanced processes in order to ensure timely and effective compliance with new regulatory requirements. Support key business initiatives by identifying AML and Sanctions risks and providing resolutions to manage these risks. Provides advice and may participate as a subject matter specialists in developing and/or conducting AML and Sanctions training programs for specific employees. Serves as an AML and Sanctions Program subject matter resource regarding compliance impact on overall business activities, product development and customer activities. Works cooperatively with the business, legal partners, audit and other risk disciplines across the organization. PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be: Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions. Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework. Qualifications Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position. Preferred Skills Compliance Reporting, Customer Risk, Data Analytics, Decision Making, Metrics Reporting, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Business Intelligence (PBI), Regulatory Requirements, Risk Assessments, Risk Control, Strategic Objectives Competencies Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Anti-money Laundering/Sanctions Policies and