Senior AML Sanctions Analyst

PNC

Senior AML sanctions analyst reviewing wire transactions, screening alerts, and regulatory risks for PNC, a banking and financial-services company. Supporting AML controls, investigations, and compliance reporting.

Posted 9/10/2026full-timeAlabama, Florida, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $41,250 - $75,625 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical and investigative skills in reviewing and analyzing wire transactions for sanctions compliance. Proficient in managing queue-based workflows while ensuring adherence to AML and Sanctions Program requirements.

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Sanctions Screening AnalysisAML ComplianceInvestigative ResearchQueue-Based ProcessingMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Wire Transaction ReviewList Comparison AnalysisDue DiligenceRisk AssessmentSanctions Regulations Knowledge

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationExcellent Organizational SkillsAbility to Prioritize Tasks

Tools & Technologies

Compliance-Related SystemsMicrosoft Office Applications

Industry Keywords

Bank Secrecy ActUSA PATRIOT ActFinancial Crime RisksCompliance MonitoringProcess Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review domestic and international wire transactions for potential sanctions concerns
Analyze sanctions screening alerts to determine true matches or false positives
Perform list comparison analysis against applicable sanctions lists
Conduct due diligence and research to support alert disposition decisions
Document investigative findings, rationale, and decisions
Manage queue-based workflow on a first-in, first-out basis while meeting service level agreements
Process multiple alerts and transactions simultaneously while maintaining accuracy
Escalate complex or high-risk sanctions concerns to senior leadership or compliance partners
Collaborate with business partners, operations teams, and compliance stakeholders
Remain current on sanctions regulations, industry trends, and emerging financial crime risks
Support audit, regulatory examination, and quality assurance requests
Contribute to process improvement initiatives
Assist with implementation and oversight of enterprise-wide and business-unit AML and Sanctions Programs
Support compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act, AML, USA PATRIOT Act, and Sanctions Program requirements
Update AML and Sanctions policies and procedures
Identify AML and Sanctions objectives and communicate them to the business
Coordinate compliance monitoring and oversee compliance report preparation
Collect information for compliance reports and customer risk profiles
Identify issues, recommend corrective action plans, and escalate through governance channels
Analyze AML and Sanctions risk assessments and internal controls
Research regulatory developments and anticipate required changes to controls and policies
Support business initiatives by identifying and resolving AML and Sanctions compliance risks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience working in a high-volume, queue-based processing environment
Strong analytical and investigative skills
Ability to compare transaction details against sanctions screening results
Ability to distinguish true matches from false positives through research and due diligence
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and compliance-related systems
Experience reviewing wire transfers and other payment transactions for compliance or risk concerns is a plus
University / college degree typically required, or comparable combination of education, job-specific certification(s), and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
No required certifications or licenses
No required or preferred language assessments
Must be able to work Monday–Friday core hours of 10:30 AM–7:00 PM, with occasional flex hours from 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
Training hours are Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Must work from a quiet, secure, and confidential home-based workspace if approved for remote work
PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/prescription drug coverage with a Health Savings Account feature
Dental and vision options
Employee and spouse/child life insurance
Short- and long-term disability protection
401(k) with PNC match
Pension and stock purchase plans
Dependent care reimbursement account
Back-up child/elder care
Adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement
Educational assistance, including select programs fully paid
Robust wellness program with financial incentives
Maternity and/or parental leave
Up to 11 paid holidays each year
9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law
15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level
Remote work may be available in select geographic locations, subject to approval
Inclusive and accessible workplace with reasonable accommodations