Global Sanctions Advisor

As a Sanctions Advisor you make a contribution by providing expert guidance on sanctions across the bank. Specifically for this position the focus is on making sure the bank and our customers are protected against violation of sanction regulations. You are a strong sparring partner, with thorough knowledge of both the business and the relevant laws and regulations. You will provide expert guidance and advice to operational and business teams across the bank on managing sanctions risks in complex cases and will help to flag structural control deficiencies 
and to contribute (targeted) thematic reviews on specific sectors, channels, and products, identifying potential risks and contribute to developing effective risk mitigation strategies. 

Fine working relationship

• in the team W&R Global Sanctions Advisory 
• together with 20 colleagues
• 36 hours per week

Work and pleasure

‘You are a crucial link in the accomplishments of our team and valued for what you do, want to learn and especially because of who you are’
Vinay Jagbandhan, member of the team Global Sanctions Advisory

An average working day

Are you curious about what would be on your to-do list on an average working day? Providing expertise on sanctions to the global and regional Operational and Business teams on transactions, customers, products and services, SIRA, Risk Appetite Statement, targeted reviews etc. And contribute to the development of Rabobank’s sanctions procedures in line with evolving regulatory obligations and ensuring they are in line with the Global policies and standards on sanctions of Rabobank.

Together we achieve more together than alone

We believe in the power of difference. Bringing together people's differences is what makes us an even better bank. So we are very curious about what you can bring to our team at Global Sanctions Advisory.

Your future colleagues are looking forward to meeting you. They will be glad of your help to make sure that Rabobank optimally protects itself – worldwide - against (facilitation of) sanction violations. Working together is the way we work; as 1 open, reliable and committed Rabobank team. Talking of Rabobank: We are a Dutch bank that operates in 38 countries for over 9,5000,000 customers. Together with these customers, our members and partners we stand side by side to create a world in which everyone has access to enough healthy food. In the Netherlands we work to create a country in which people are happy with how they live, work and do business.

You and your talent

• Bachelor or Master degree (preferably in law or economics) 
• 3-5 year experience (or related) in Sanctions 
• Experiences on AML & CFT themes are a plus
• in the financial industry and Wholesale and Agricultural products, preferably within Banking (Wholesale and/or Financial Markets) 
• Certified in the field of sanctions from a renowned international organization (such as ACAMS or ACSS) is a plus
• Demonstrable experience in working within an international context
• You are able to converse and have excellent writing skills in English
• You are a team player and enjoy working together with others
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Customer oriented
• Flexibility
• Risk assessment capabilities
• Able to advise senior management

You and the job application process

Still not sure? Are you a bit nervous about applying for a job? There's no need to be. We'll be happy to receive your application for this vacancy for Global Sanctions Advisor at Rabobank.

If you'd like to ask some questions about the job first, please contact Bruno Medeiros, member of the Global Sanctions Advisory team, via [email protected]

To ensure that we assess all candidates in the same way for suitability for this position, we do not ask you for a cover letter. Instead, we ask all candidates the same 3 questions, to see how your profile matches the position. Pay sufficient attention to answering these questions and explaining your answers in a word-document; this, together with your CV, is the only information we will judge you on in this round. You can draw on your work, volunteer work, education, private life and so on. Use a maximum of 200 words per question and give no more than 2 examples. Below are the questions:

• What do you see as the biggest challenge in this position and why?

• Would you like to give two examples that show that you have experience with stakeholder management?

• What do you think you can contribute to our team and the organization by working in an advisor role that requires continuous knowledge in Sanctions? Can you share specific skills or experiences that make you a good fit?

The information below may also be useful for you:

• We will hold the interviews through a video call.
• This vacancy is open for scale 9 or 10; Grading depends on your level of education, knowledge and work  experience.
• You can find answers to the most frequently asked questions on rabobank.jobs/nl/veelgestelde-vragen.
• Any questions about working at Rabobank and the process? Contact Riken Louridtz, Recruiter via [email protected].
• A security check is part of the process.  
• We respect your privacy.