Compliance Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented Sanctions Paralegal to support our legal and compliance team with sanctions-related research, due diligence, monitoring and documentation. This role will help ensure the organization complies with applicable economic sanctions laws and regulations, including reviewing clients, counterparties and transactions for potential sanctions exposure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct sanctions screening and due diligence on clients, vendors, counterparties and transactions
• Review watchlist results and escalate potential matches for further analysis
• Assist with investigations related to sanctions compliance issues and potential violations
• Maintain accurate records of sanctions reviews, findings and supporting documentation
• Monitor updates to sanctions regulations, restricted party lists and enforcement developments
• Support the preparation of internal reports, summaries and case files
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, risk and operations teams on sanctions-related matters
• Help draft and update internal policies, procedures and training materials
• Assist with regulatory inquiries, audits and internal reviews
• Perform legal research related to OFAC, international trade controls and related compliance requirements

Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred; paralegal certificate a plus
• 2+ years of paralegal, compliance or sanctions-related experience preferred
• Familiarity with OFAC regulations, sanctions screening tools and due diligence processes
• Strong research, analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal/compliance systems