Head of Germany & Russia Sanctions Oversight

Job Summary

We are seeking a Head of Germany & Russia Sanctions Oversight to lead and develop our sanctions oversight team in Germany. You will provide expertise on applicable EU, US, and UK sanctions requirements and advise the German business on sanctions risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead sanctions oversight for Germany, advising on escalations, high-risk transactions, and business proposals involving embargoed countries, sanctioned entities, or prohibited end uses.
• Translate EU sanctions requirements and relevant US and UK developments into policies and controls for Germany, driving policy improvements and remediation.
• Oversee Russia-related sanctions risks and the Russian subsidiary's sanctions compliance, addressing evasion patterns and elevated country risks through targeted controls.
• Represent the bank in sanctions discussions with authorities and industry associations, coordinating regulatory engagement, implementation, applications, and approvals.
• Deliver regulatory reporting and brief senior management and governance committees on sanctions risks, material issues, escalations, and remediation progress.
• Develop the Germany oversight team through coaching and delegation, partnering with global sanctions colleagues and business and control teams on consistent implementation.

Requirements

• University degree in law or economics, or an equivalent qualification.
• In-depth knowledge of EU, US, and UK sanctions law and its application to German banking.
• Experience in legal, compliance, or financial crime work at a large financial institution.
• Extensive team leadership experience, coaching colleagues, and collaborating across countries.
• Fluency in German and English, with clear stakeholder guidance, negotiation, and concise reporting.
• Ability to deliver timely, high-quality work under pressure, make sound decisions, and manage multiple projects.
• Demonstrated ability to use AI tools to enhance productivity, optimize workflows, and solve business problems.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive portfolio of benefits and offerings to support both private and professional needs.
• Emotionally and mentally balanced: consultation in difficult life situations, mental health awareness trainings.
• Physically thriving: health check-ups, vaccination drives, advice on healthy living and nutrition.
• Socially connected: PME family service, FitnessCenter Job, flexible working, programs that foster diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Financially secure: pension plans, banking services, company bicycle, “Deutschlandticket”, exclusive employee rates, and personalized financial advice.