Bloomberg’s Legal & Compliance Department plays a critical role in supporting our businesses and operations around the world. We move quickly and thoughtfully to help address a variety of complex legal issues that come with being the world’s leading financial news and Information Company. Our team is made up of talented and hardworking professionals who think creatively and work collaboratively in an open environment to deliver results, drive innovation, and solve difficult problems. Diversity and inclusion are essential to our success, and we strive to maintain an environment where our employees are empowered to make an impact. We also recognize the value and importance of giving back to our communities, as evidenced by our award-winning pro bono program!

What's The Role?

We are looking for a Compliance Analyst to join the Legal & Compliance team on a temporary basis for a period of approximately 4 months. You’ll be part of Bloomberg’s Sanctions Compliance team, working closely with members across the Compliance Department.

We’ll trust you to:

• Conduct due diligence on potential matches to sanctioned individuals or entities
• Perform reviews of sanctions related alerts and conduct outreach to appropriate stakeholders if required
• Maintain adequate and organized evidence supporting review and investigation outcomes
• Escalate true sanctions matches to the Sanctions Compliance team for guidance and support
• Assist with other sanctions related initiatives as needed

You’ll need to have:

• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Previous experience conducting due diligence related to Sanctions, Negative News and/or Politically Exposed Person (PEP) concerns
• Basic knowledge of U.S. Sanctions or Anti-Money Laundering principles
• Fluency in Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated track record of taking ownership of projects and leading initiatives to achieve desired outcomes
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills

We’d love to see:

• Proficiency with Lexis Nexis versions 4 or 5.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office suite
• Experience working in the in-house legal department of a financial technology company
• Strong project management, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Russian language skills a strong plus, but not required

 
Does this sound like you?

Apply if you think we're a good match. We'll get in touch to let you know what the next steps are.

Bloomberg is committed to diversity. It drives our innovation. At Bloomberg, you'll have the opportunity to go above and beyond and to take risks. You'll be a part of an organization that is entering new markets, launching new ventures, and pushing boundaries. Our ever-expanding array of technology, data, news, and media services champions innovation and empowers clients -- and offers nearly limitless opportunities for career growth.

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