Specialist for Financial Sanctions (Financial Sanctions Officer) | Spezialistin / Spezialist für Finanzsanktionen (Financial Sanctions Officer) (m/w/d)

Sparkasse Herford

Herford, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Jan 26, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role involves serving as a Specialist for Financial Sanctions, responsible for the analysis, implementation, and continuous monitoring of national and international financial sanctions regulations. Day-to-day tasks include conducting impact and risk assessments, developing and implementing appropriate measures, processes, and controls, and reporting compliance status to management and supervisory authorities. A critical component of the role is acting as the deputy for the Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Securities Trading Act (WpHG) Compliance functions, requiring deep expertise in these regulatory fields. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Banking, Economics, or Law, coupled with several years of professional experience in financial sanctions, AML, or WpHG compliance, preferably within the banking sector. This position offers a highly responsible and varied role within a successful financial services provider, focusing on regulatory risk management and compliance.

Required Skills

Education

Completed degree in Banking, Economics, or Law, or comparable training/qualification.

Experience

  • Several years of professional experience in financial sanctions, anti-money laundering, or WpHG compliance
  • Professional experience in the banking or financial services environment (preferred)
  • Experience in risk analysis
  • Experience in process and project management

Languages

German (Basic)

Additional

  • Not specified