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Assistant Vice President – Sanction Training Officer

Last update 13.06.2025

Business Overview:

The Management of the BNP Paribas has committed to ensure compliance with AML/Embargo & Sanctions rules within the entire Group. In this context, Group Compliance has decided to have a strong and permanent set-up within the US: Group Financial Security US (“GFS US”). 

  • Established in 2014 and based in New York, GFS US is a Group Compliance Domain tasked with developing and implementing an industry-leading Office of Foreign Asset Control (“OFAC”) Compliance Program. 
  • GFS US is responsible for the overall supervision and coordination of BNP Paribas’ effort to comply with U.S. and other international sanctions and embargoes. In performing this function, GFS US works with other relevant functions responsible for risk assessments and controls, sanctions filtering and screening systems, and sanctions’ violation monitoring and reporting. 
  • GFS US is the main point of contact for the Group with U.S. Regulators regarding Sanctions Compliance. The Bank’s OFAC Compliance Program was the basis for the creation of the department, the organization of its teams, and their roles and responsibilities.

The Learning team is tasked with the creation and delivery of global and targeted training against those policies and procedures to ensure a robust control framework and coherence among the different levels of controls for the Group.

Training:

  • Global and Targeted Training: Develops and update Group-wide and Compliance Staff-oriented training content in collaboration with Compliance HR L&C (Conduct Journey, Financial Security…).
  • Internal certification program for Compliance Officers ("IFSCOs"): The International Financial Sanctions Compliance Officer ("IFSCO") program is an intensive Sanctions training and internal certification initiative launched in 2015 with the goal of having its graduates achieve a technical Sanctions expertise in addition to fostering a strong Group-wide Compliance culture.
  • Reviews and validates locally produced training materials discussing US Sanctions.
  • GFS US Learning reviews the exposition to sanctions risks of job positions and determines whether it is exposed or less exposed, in order to make sure the right training is given to the employees who need it.
  • Ad-hoc initiatives: GFS US Learning organizes or facilitates forum/ events on ad-hoc basis.

Communication:

  • GFS US Learning communicates US Sanctions Notices and Guidance memos for clarification of regulatory developments and other Sanctions topics.
  • The GFS Learning teams handles the GFS Newsletter and GFS Flash Bulletins which are publications incorporating information from GFS US for the benefit of the Financial Security (FS) community.
  • GFS US Learning ensures the maintenance and update of the Worldwide ISFCO Networking Group (WING) Blog.

Candidate Success Factors:

Candidates are measured on the following four performance drivers, which will dictate how individual impact is considered on the Americas platform:

  • Results and Impact
    • Able to influence peers and team.
    • Demonstrates good judgement when making decisions of high complexity and impact.
    • Exercise appropriate autonomy in the execution and delivery of work. 
    • Responsible for driving outcomes, which have meaningful effect on team or department.
  • Leadership and Collaboration:
    • Creates trust with colleagues.
    • Acts in leadership capacity for projects, processes, or programs.
  • Client, Customer and Stakeholder Focus: 
    • Able to build relationships with a mix of colleagues and clients.
    • Interacts regularly with management and department leaders.
    • Demonstrates the ability to influence stakeholders at the team level. 
  • Compliance Culture and Conduct: 
    • Takes full responsibility for personal actions and demonstrates courage in facing problems and conflicts.
    • Perceived as a person of high moral character; upholds corporate values and displays high ethical standards.

Responsibilities: 

The GFS US Learning team – Sanctions Training Support Officer will report to the Deputy Head of GFS US Learning to ensure a smooth and effective functioning of training projects. The successful applicant will design, coordinate and conduct small- and large-scale training programs, and she / he will be expected to deliver high-quality training content. This position may eventually require limited international travel. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join a Group-wide function in a highly visible position.

  • Support the development of a Group-wide Training curriculum
  • Administer training through remote (digital) and in-person delivery
  • Design and enhance training programs
  • Develop in-house training materials
  • Produce educational aids and materials
  • Serve as a liaison with stakeholders from NY, Paris and other primary regions of the bank
  • Maintain website and SharePoint content and engage in Website Project management
  • Partner with Compliance in their responsibility for complying with all relevant Laws, Rules, Regulations and Group policies related to Sanctions
  • Stay abreast of both E.U. and US Sanctions policy
  • Provide periodic support to / collaborate as needed with staff from other work streams
  • Assist and support the Group Financial Security US Team in ad hoc capacities

Minimum Required Qualifications:

  • Undergraduate degree, finance or business-related majors
  • 3 – 5 years’ experience in a banking environment
  • Working knowledge of banking products & services
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively to a wide spectrum of external and internal audiences, including senior executives
  • Experienced at distilling bank policies and procedures to produce training materials
  • Familiarity with web-based content creation and project management
  • Awareness of traditional and modern training methods and techniques a plus
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills with proven ability to be proactive and drive multiple initiatives to completion simultaneously
  • Proficiency with MS Office Suite
  • Adept at synthesizing and simplifying information · Superb attention to detail / rigor
  • Ability to work independently and embody firm valuesProficiency with MS Office Suite
  • Adept at synthesizing and simplifying information
  • Attention to detail / rigor
  • Ability to work independently and embody firm values
  • Ability to work independently, conduct projects with global scale and embody firm values.
  • Ability to embody firm values 
  • Strong command of Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Graduate degree a plus
  • Experience in Compliance with in depth knowledge of Sanctions & Embargoes and AML regimes is highly desirable
  • French language skills a plus
  • Knowledge of BNP Paribas Group activities and organization a plus

FINRA Registrations Required:

  

  • Not Applicable 

CFTC Swap Dealer Associated Person (if yes, NFA Swaps Proficiency Program is required): 

  • Not Applicable 

SEC Security-Based Swap Dealer Associated Person:

  • Not Applicable 

While the description above describes our ideal candidate, we encourage applicants to apply even if they do not fully meet the complete list of qualifications noted.

The expected starting salary range for this position is between $110,000 to $_140,000 annually. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business line, and geographic/office location.

In addition, our comprehensive benefits package aims to support our employees in various aspects of their lives. From healthcare and wellness programs to retirement plans and childcare services, we prioritize the well-being and growth of our employees. Our benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) Savings Plan, backup childcare, life, accident and disability insurance, mental health support and paid time off. Additional details about our benefits offerings, inclusive of eligibility for a discretionary bonus, will be provided during the hiring process.

About BNP Paribas:

BNP Paribas is a leading bank in Europe with an international reach across the US, EMEA and APAC. It has a presence in 65 countries, with nearly 190,000 employees. The bank employs over 3,500 people in offices in the US across 10 states including New York, Jersey City, Chesterbrook, PA, San Francisco, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Miami, and Washington, DC. BNP Paribas has built a strong and diversified presence to support its client base. We continue to grow and strengthen our commitment to the US market through our Corporate & Institutional Banking activities. We are one of a few non-US banks to offer a full value chain for our clients, from trading to financing, and clearing and custody in the US with the international footprint and capacity to deliver both globally and locally. Leveraging the strength of our European roots, our network can support clients in virtually every region of the world, enabling more connectivity and efficiency wherever our clients conduct business. We take pride in our expertise and our ability to adapt while constantly looking ahead to create a more sustainable world.

As an international company with a global footprint, the unique cultures and viewpoints of our team members are an integral part of the fabric of BNP Paribas. We are a company with a purpose - to be a responsible and sustainable global leader. We aim to create an environment where our employees feel empowered to drive change, make an impact and be true to themselves. We employ talented individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds, locally and globally, and are inspired by our employees who help us in cultivating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace through initiatives such as our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Leadership Forum and Employee Resource Group (ERG) communities. We strive to be a workplace where all team members can grow and thrive and offer robust training, development, and mentoring opportunities to make that vision a reality. Our leaders are deeply committed to DEI and highly accessible to our employees, consistently soliciting feedback on how we can continue to support our employees to reach their highest potential. 

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