Senior Transaction Screening Analyst | S&E

Natixis in Portugal is currently seeking a Senior Transaction Screening Analyst to join its S&E (Sanctions & Embargoes) team, within the CSG (Client Support Group) of the BSA (Banking Support Activities) department.

Along with its subsidiaries and branches, our company is subject to a variety of international, local and internal laws and policies, including regulations from French, European, American and UN authorities, as well as those from other jurisdictions where Groupe BPCE operates. To be compliant with all those regulations, Natixis has implemented a control framework within the Operations Department.

The S&E team analyzes a large volume of customer transactions in real time, providing due diligence on the alerts which have been screened. It’s crucial to understand and respect the risk, priorities, cut-offs, volumes volatility and the high-quality standards performed in the investigations.

Main Responsibilities

In this role, you will review L1 alerts generated by an internal tool and conduct the S&E transaction screening process, taking appropriate action to mitigate or escalate transactions as the first Level of Defense (LoD) by applying the established procedures.

• Taking on responsibility for handling L1 alerts identified by the software tool.
• Detect and react to operational and client priorities.
• Perform investigations using web open sources, internal tools and client contact.
• Detect false alerts and pursue standard procedures to implement corrective actions.
• Investigate and escalate alerts following the operational standards and guidelines.
• Report any atypical transactions, incidents/findings and/or any other situation that impacts the good performance of the team.
• Provide regular standard reports to senior management informing alert natures, status and potential issues that arise.
• Maintain accurate records of all transaction screening alerts and investigations, as well as any related documentation or reports.

Hard Skills

• Higher education in Law, International Relations or other relevant field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working in Sanctions & Embargoes Live Transaction Monitoring, using Fircosoft (mandatory).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• Proficiency in English (mandatory). 
• Proficiency in French (highly valued).

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and risk assessment skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
• Curious, proactive and solution-oriented mindset, with a continuous improvement approach.
• Strong sense of ownership, rigor and accountability.
• Ability to maintain focus and quality while performing repetitive operational tasks.
• Team-oriented profile with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Respectful and professional attitude towards stakeholders and colleagues.

We will only consider CVs in English.

Note that this role may require flexibility in working hours and availability to work on public holidays, depending on business needs.

Our workplace reflects the vibrant spirit of our locations, with initiatives such as a Green Transportation Budget, electric bikes and a flexible Hybrid Work Policy. We promote wellbeing through the Honolulu Wellness Club, a Prayer Room, a Lactation Room, and themed Villages that inspire creativity and collaboration. Through our ESG and DEI strategies, we are committed to being inclusive, caring, and fair, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.