SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group. Headquartered in Tokyo and with a 400-year history, SMBC Group offers a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance. The Group has more than 130 offices and 80,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) is the holding company of SMBC Group, which is one of the three largest banking groups in Japan. SMFG's shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York (NYSE: SMFG) stock exchanges.
In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization's extensive global network. The Group's operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC Rail Services LLC, Manufacturers Bank, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd.
The anticipated salary range for this role is between $113,000.00and $165,000.00. The specific salary offered to an applicant will be based on their individual qualifications, experiences, and an analysis of the current compensation paid in their geography and the market for similar roles at the time of hire. The role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive award. In addition to cash compensation, SMBC offers a competitive portfolio of benefits to its employees.
Manage Sanction & AML risk matters related to the daily execution of trade finance deals booked in NY Branch and escalate any issues to to GTFD management and BCO of coverage, and Corporate Compliance-Advisory group in Compliance Department (CPAD)in a timely manner.
*Manage the Third Party Risk (e.g. System Venders) in collaboration with product teams.
Oversee the code of conduct risks as well as understand and manage requirements around cross border transactions in new jurisdictionsand provide necessary guidance to the relevant teams in GTFD with Corporate Compliance-Advisory group in Compliance Department (CPAD)
* Work with BCDAD Fraud operations to understand overseas activities in order for fraud operations to develop fraud scenarios for this line of work Oversee the potential fraudulent risk which may arise out of daily operation and propose adequate countermeasures.
* Work with relevant teams in GTFD (e.g. Planning, Transaction Management etc. ) as well as key stakeholders in the bank (e.g. CPAD). Work with transaction management to ensure new process requirements relating to business expansion are understood and supportabledevise and implement a "Compliance Risk Framework".
Help marketing officers promote and develop Trade Finance Business by providing necessary advices (e.g. structure, risk mitigation method, identification of financial crime risk etc..) to manage various compliance risks arising out of the existing business as well as the new business which the dept is looking to implement.
Support products approval process from compliance perspective, as necessary.
To perform the role as Local Compliance Coordinator ("LCC") in GTFD NY.
Deepen the "Compliance Culture" within GTFD in collaboration with other regions in GTFD as well as relevant depts in American Division
Keep GTFD staff updated on the market trends and business environment related to compliance/AML.Conduct study session for the dept on a regular basis to ensure that GTFD members understand relevant internal rules correctly.
Self-motivated and trusted by other group members as someone who plays a key role in contributing to the delivery of the group's objectives.
D&I Commitment
Responsible for fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion, holding leaders accountable for creating an inclusive environment through awareness and practice of equity in recruiting, developing, and promoting diverse talent.
SMBC's employees participate in a hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. SMBC provides reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know at accommodations@smbcgroup.com.