The Execution Analyst 1 is an entry-level position responsible for assisting with risk and compliance reviews in coordination with the broader Anti-Money Laundering (AML) team. The overall objective is to utilize basic AML knowledge to independently review, analyze and conduct effective due diligence and investigations on higher risk cases that may be a potential risk to Citi.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the investigations and research on potentially suspicious clients using various internal and external systems and databases
• Document and report the review/investigation findings and help to prepare case files with the required supporting documentation
• Summarize, in writing, clear and concise findings of the investigation
• Inform management of issues that require escalation and interact regularly with various lines of business, other analysts/management regarding accounts currently under review
• Assist AML team with managing risks by analyzing the root cause of issues and impact to business
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm\'s reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of AML regulations preferred
• Proficient in MS Office
• Efficient verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated analytical skills

Education:

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s/University degree or equivalent experience

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required. Global Screening Operations (GSO) defines global processes in line with Citi\'s Sanctions Screening Policy and Global AML Name Screening Standard to ensure standardization of sanctions and non-sanctions screening activities across Citi. Oversees implementation and coordination of sanctions and non-sanctions screening operational processes to identify efficiencies and ensure consistency.
Provides guidance on sanctions screening and non-sanctions operations proposes solutions and serve as point of escalation to route emerging issues to Sanctions Compliance as a key control for mitigating money laundering, terrorist financing and reputations risks.
Purpose of role:
Review and disposition of Alerts generated through the screening of the New to Bank (NTB) accounts opened and maintenance processes of existing accounts as well as the periodic screening of the entire customer portfolio under purview against the additions to the Sanctions List issued by the regulators. Decision-making on escalation or closure of case.
Key responsibilities

• Conducting searches, gathering data and recording evidence from Citi internal systems, the internet and commercial databases and submits enquiries to business or Compliance contacts within the organization.
• Conducting enhanced due diligence investigations in support of policies and procedures.
• Conducts alert investigation using global standard policies, procedures and tools, aimed at meeting internal and external regulatory requirements.
• Operates within agreed business SLAs and confidentiality standards.
• Applying or adapting knowledge (obtained from training) of any imposed sanctions(s) or other laws/regulation(s) to the task at hand.
• Building and applying knowledge of sanctions and anti- money laundering processes.
• KYC knowledge is an added advantage.
• Adapting to hybrid work strategy (2 days at home and 3 days from office)

Requirements
Skills and competencies:
A person in this role has a passion for uncovering the truth and exposing potential criminal activities. He/she has a genuine interest in the news and current affairs with the ability of cross referencing them during investigations. He/she is methodical, analytical, open minded and have the desire to thoroughly and accurately research, extract, compile and connect information from various sources.

Additional requirements:
Competence:
Knowledge / Experience:

• Required: Computer Literate - Proficient in Windows applications (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Required: Proficient in internet & commercial database searches
• Required: Strong written communication skills
• Required: Strong oral communication skills
• Required (Mandatory) : Proficiency in Chinese Language - Reading and Writing (Traditional & Simplified)
• Preferred: 1 to 3 years of experience in banking operations, compliance and audit background
• Preferred: Anti Money Laundering or sanctions screening experience

Required Competencies:
Responsibility to Our Clients

• Builds relationships with various business units within the organization.
• Delivers client solutions.
• Leverages functional and business knowledge.

Responsibility to Each Other

• Builds partnerships and values diversity.
• Communicates effectively.

Responsibility to Our Franchise

• Drives results.
• Uses sound judgement.
• Innovates and manages change.
• Manages risk and control.
• Pursues learning and self-development.

Sanctions Screening

• Analyses and Investigates name matches.
• Makes responsible decisions.
• Builds and applies business, regulatory and country knowledge.

Stakeholder Management

• Shares information and escalates when in doubt.

Innovation

• Strives for \xe2\x80\x9cbest in class practices.\xe2\x80\x9d
• Leads innovation.
• Delivers effective solutions.

Advocacy

• Advocates Anti Money Laundering and Sanctions within the organization and externally.

Language

• English
• Mandarin
• Cantonese

Qualifications:

• University degree/ Diploma in any discipline
• Leadership with the ability to see the big picture without losing attention to detail
• Relationship management skills with the ability to handle conflict and negotiations

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