Head of Sanctions Analytics

Nordea is a leading Nordic universal bank. We are helping our customers realise their dreams and aspirations – and we have done that for 200 years. We want to make a real difference for our customers and the communities where we operate – by being a strong and personal financial partner.

Job ID: 18103
Would you like to be a part of ensuring that Nordea is being data driven in sanctions compliance? We are now looking for a Head of Sanctions Analytics (Leading Others) to steer us on the next phase of our journey toward making the best use of data for managing sanctions risk and operational considerations.

At Nordea, we’re committed to being a partner our customers and society can count on. Compliance and integrity go hand in hand. Joining us means you’ll have an impact on how we do banking – today and tomorrow. So bring your ideas, skills and unique background. With us, you’ll be in good company with plenty of opportunities to collaborate, grow and make your mark on something bigger.

About this opportunity

Welcome to the Sanctions Analytics team. We add value by combining an understanding of business and stakeholder needs with knowledge about sanctions data to provide insights and data-driven solutions to support Nordea’s sanctions risk management. As the Head of Sanctions Analytics, you’ll play a valuable role in leading the way for securing we have the right capabilities and an empowered team who can meet demand for insights, and can leverage data in smart ways to support sanctions risk management and the smooth operations across the value chain.

What you’ll be doing:
* Leading, coaching and developing a team of data analysts specialised in the sanctions domain, with team members based in Estonia, Finland, Sweden and Denmark
* Setting and driving the agenda for Sanctions Analytics and securing plans are executed against, including driving analytics capability build
* Developing and improving ways of working and processes, with focus on simplification and operational excellence
* Working closely with stakeholders across the value chains and identify opportunities to better leverage data for the benefit of the value-chain

You’ll lead a team of data-minded colleagues who leverage differences in individual skills and knowledge to continuously improve on our capabilities, and deliver relevant insights for the organisation. The role is based in Tallinn, Helsinki or Stockholm, and reports into the Head of Sanctions Data & Analytics.
Who you are

Collaboration. Ownership. Passion. Courage. These are the values that guide us in being at our best – and that we imagine you share with us.

To succeed in this role, we believe that you:
* Are passionate about people leadership and investing time in the growth and development of your team members to operate to their fullest potential, valuing and leveraging the individual strengths withing the team
* Have a "can do" attitude and don’t shy away from complexity, taking ownership for finding solutions, and independently seeing things through
* Are change oriented and feel comfortable in dynamic environment, navigating parallel demands from day to work and supporting projects
* Have strong stakeholder management skills and can see different perspectives and needs, are able to navigate and collaborate across the value chain and across Nordea

Your experience and background:
* Experience in the Financial or IT/Technology industries and familiarity with common banking industry concepts and processes. Knowledge of sanctions compliance/financial crime prevention is a strong advantage
* Experience working with data and analytics, with good understanding of what it takes to build new capabilities and understanding what creates value for stakeholders. Prior formal or informal leadership experience is considered a strong advantage
* Understanding of data and analytics tools such as Hadoop and PowerBI, and languages such as SQL, Python and R are considered a strong advantage
* Advanced English, spoken and written communication in a very international and diverse team environment
* A subject-relevant degree or equivalent work experience

If this sounds like you, get in touch!
Next steps

Submit your application no later than 25/07/2023. For more information, you’re welcome to contact Marianne Schalin at Marianne.schalin@nordea.com, however please accept delays in responses given the summer vacation period.

At Nordea, we know that an inclusive workplace is a sustainable workplace. We deeply believe that our diverse backgrounds, experiences, characteristics and traits make us better at serving customers and communities. So please come as you are.
For union information, please contact finansforbundet@nordea.se or SACONordea@nordea.com.
Please be aware that any applications or CVs coming through email or direct messages will not be accepted or considered.