**Description** Our purpose – Opening up a world of opportunity – explains why we exist. Here at HSBC we use our unique expertise, capabilities, breadth and perspectives to open up new kinds of opportunity for our more than 40 million customers. We’re bringing together the people, ideas and capital that nurture progress and growth, helping to create a better world – for our customers, our people, our investors, our communities and the planet we all share. US Sanctions is a sub function of Financial Crime. Its purpose is to oversee, manage and risk steward the end to end Sanctions Program for HSBC US. As our VP Financial Crime Sanctions you will: + Assists in the development, administration, and implementation of the Sanctions compliance program + Reviews financial crime related regulations, guidance papers, etc for potential impacts to the Bank. + Serve as primary contact on behalf of the sanctions compliance team on external reviews, e.g., Office of the Comptroller (OCC) and internal audits and assurance reviews + Identifies and reports all significant regulatory compliance breaches or gaps to senior management. Collaborate with senior management and relevant internal parties to ensure development and implementation of solutions to prevent future occurrence + Identify and lead on implementing bank initiatives and transformation projects into the sanctions compliance program + Performs gap analysis of local policies and procedures to maintain alignment to the Global standards and emerging regulations and works with procedure owners to address gaps + Leads the sanctions team through the yearly Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessment (EWRA) + Own suite of sanctions-related Management Information (MI) + Perform analysis on sanctions related Key Risk Indicators and Key Performance Indicators. + Responsible for reviewing and challenging the nature, frequency and the execution of the control monitoring records and activities for all sanctions related controls + Adheres strictly to compliance and operational risk controls in accordance with Company and regulatory standards, policies and practices; reports control weaknesses, compliance breaches and operational loss events + Supports the US Head of Sanctions in the management of the Sanctions Program For this role, HSBC targets a pay range between $131,900.00 and $197,800.00 The final fixed pay offer will depend on the candidate and a number of variables, including but not limited to, role responsibilities, skill set, depth of experience and education, licensing/certification requirements, internal relativity, and specific work location. At HSBC, our overall goal is to provide a competitive Total Reward Package, with an appropriate mix of fixed pay, and variable pay, as part of an employee’s overall total compensation and benefits. Variable pay generally takes the form of discretionary, annual awards (sometimes referred to as a “bonus”). Additionally, HSBC offers a wide range of competitive and flexible benefits designed to help you improve your health and well-being, finances, and lifestyle. **Qualifications** You´ll likely have the following qualifications to succeed in this role: + Knowledge of US Sanctions programs and Export Controls + Must have demonstrated ability to independently lead projects and assignments, including providing updates to stakeholders varying in seniority and involvement, summarizing potential risks and impacts, and offering solutions and recommendations + Experience in handling large amounts of data to identify trends or summarize sanctions risk + Minimum of three years proven audit, compliance, financial services operations and/or regulatory experience, or equivalent + Good interpersonal, organizational, communications, analytical and project management skills + Maintain excellent communication and influencing skills and possess gravitas and strong leadership type traits + Have good knowledge of Risk Management frameworks, with a focus on Non-Financial Risk Management + Maintain a positive, upbeat attitude and work ethic and works well in the teamwork environment + Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and demonstrates an innovative and proactive approach to building new and advanced MI and reporting analytics + Bachelor’s degree or equivalent at minimum; graduate degree a plus In compliance with applicable laws, HSBC is committed to employing only those who are authorized to work in the U.S. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. as HSBC will not engage in immigration sponsorship for this position. As an HSBC employee, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities to ensure you have the right skills for today and tomorrow. We offer a competitive pay and benefits package including a robust Wellness Hub, all in a welcoming, diverse and inclusive work environment. You will be empowered to drive HSBC’s engagement with the communities we serve through an industry-leading volunteerism policy, a generous matching gift program, and a comprehensive program of immersive Sustainability and Climate Change Initiatives. You’ll want to join our Employee Resource Groups as they play a central part in life at HSBC, including the development of our employees and networking inside and outside of HSBC. We value difference. We succeed together. We take responsibility. We get it done. And we want you to help us build the bank of the future! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, race, national origin, ethnicity, disability or medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran service, religion, creed, sex, gender, pregnancy, childbirth, caregiver status, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other trait protected by applicable law. **Job Field:** Risk and Compliance **Primary Location:** North America-United States-New York-New York **Other Locations:** North America-United States-New York-Buffalo **Req ID:** 0000L0RL