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Entity
About Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB)
Crédit Agricole CIB is the corporate and investment banking arm of Crédit Agricole Group, the 10th largest banking group worldwide in terms of balance sheet size (The Banker, July 2022).
8,600 employees in more than 30 countries across Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, the Middle-East and North Africa, support the Bank's clients, meeting their financial needs throughout the world.
Crédit Agricole CIB offers its large corporate and institutional clients a range of products and services in capital market activities, investment banking, structured finance, commercial banking and international trade.
The Bank is a pioneer in the area of climate finance, and is currently a market leader in this segment with a complete offer for all its clients.
By working every day in the interest of society, we are a Group committed to diversity and inclusion and place people at the heart of all our transformations. All our job offersare open to persons with disabilities.
For more information, please visit www.ca-cib.com
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By working every day in the interest of society, we are a group committed to diversity and inclusion. All our positions are open to people with disabilities.
Reference
2025-96640
Update date
11/06/2025
Job description
Business type
Types of Jobs - Compliance / Financial Security
Job title
ESG/ Advisory (Financial Security) Compliance Officer
Contract type
Permanent Contract
Job summary
Summary:
This position is placed within the Advisory group of the Financial Security team. The position's main responsibilities are centered on the following: reviewing and advising business lines on the ESG implications of transactions and high risk KYC files. This includes in-depth analysis of transactions from a data, client, and financial product perspective, ensuring alignment with internal policies and external regulatory requirements, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Sanctions obligations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct analyses and provide guidance to Front Office of customeras/ transactions to assess compliance with ethical, governance, and sustainability standards.
- Review daily transactions to ensure that all activity is in compliance w/ current BSA/AML regulatory standards. Evaluate clients and financial products through an ESG and risk-based lens, identifying potential regulatory, reputational, and sustainability issues.
- Collaborate with business lines to provide proactive guidance on compliance and ethics considerations for new or complex transactions.
- Support the development and implementation of internal policies and controls aligned with ESG principles, good governance practices, and regulatory expectations.
- Integrate AML considerations into broader compliance assessments, ensuring that financial transactions are not only environmentally and socially responsible but also free from illicit financial risks.
- Liaise with AML and KYC teams to align transaction analysis with customer due diligence and monitoring procedures.
- Prepare and deliver clear, actionable compliance and sustainability advice, reports, and recommendations to business stakeholders.
- Monitor evolving regulatory landscapes related to AML, ethics, and sustainability, advising the organization on necessary adaptations.
- Participate in internal training and awareness programs to promote a culture of ethics, compliance, and responsible business.
- Assist with the analysis of updates in regulations and/or policies to ensure that the Bank is compliant with US regulations, as well as the Bank’s policies and procedures.
- Assist with the implementation of any new requirements that come as a result of new regulations or policies and procedures.
Management and Reporting: The position reports directly to the Head of Advisory – Financial Security.
Key Internal Contacts:
The employee will most likely interact on a regular basis with the Client On Boarding group, Front Office personnel, Head Office Compliance personnel, and IT support.
Key External Contacts:
The employee may have occasion to interact with external auditors and/or regulators during exams.
Supplementary Information
Salary Range: $120k - $150k
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Position location
Geographical area
America, United States Of America
City
NEW YORK
Candidate criteria
Minimal education level
Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent
Academic qualification / Speciality
Education Essential: Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business, Sustainability, or a related field.
Level of minimal experience
6-10 years
Experience
Experience Essential: 5+ years of experience in compliance, risk, ESG advisory, or related functions within financial services.
Specialist Training Desirable: CAMS Certification
Required skills
Competencies Essential:
- Knowledge of US AML and OFAC regulations
- Strong understanding of financial products and services, and how ESG and compliance factors affect them.
- Familiarity with regulatory expectations on ESG matters.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and regulatory requirements.
Competencies Desirable:
- Knowledge of International AML and Sanctions regulations
- understanding of financial products and services, and how ESG and compliance factors affect them.
Skills & Knowledge Essential: Proficient in Microsoft suites
Skills & Knowledge Desirable: IT Knowledge of AML tools