Sanctions System Analyst

About INTERACTIVE BROKERS!

This is a hybrid role (three days in the office/two days remote).

Interactive Brokers Group has been consistently at the forefront of trading innovation, starting with the invention of the first floor-based handheld computer in 1983. We pride ourselves on being primarily a technology company and challenging the status quo. We push boundaries to offer our clients the best trading platform with the most sophisticated features at the lowest cost. Software development is the lifeblood of our firm, and it shows in our stellar brokerage platform. Interactive Brokers is regularly recognized as a leader in the financial services industry.

Interactive Brokers is looking to hire a Sanctions Systems Analyst at the Chicago office. This entry-level position has room for growth for highly motivated and exceptional performers. The Sanctions Systems Analyst will report to the Sanctions Systems Manager and help ensure the firm complies with relevant sanctions laws and regulations.

Responsibilities: 

• Oversight and testing of the sanctions screening system
• Coordination of technical projects and initiatives, including any modifications to tools and models used by the Sanctions team
• Development and maintenance of regular metrics reporting to assess system effectiveness and team productivity
• Enhance operational efficiency by identifying areas for improvement and facilitating projects to streamline current processes.
• Assist with the maintenance and reporting of OFAC-blocked property.
• Ad hoc data analysis to support senior management requests, regulatory inquiries, response to regulatory changes, etc.

Qualifications and Skills: 

• Excellent Bachelor-level educational credentials. A focus on finance, computer science, data analytics or similar areas is preferred.
• Candidates should have a strong Microsoft Excel and SQL background.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and an interest in automating inefficient or repetitive processes
• A high degree of comfort with technology and a functional understanding of how technology can be applied to business solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently as well as in a small-team environment and to multi-task with minimal supervision
• Detail-oriented with outstanding organizational and time-management skills
• Candidates must be focused, adaptable, and have a natural motivation to solve problems.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience working or interning for an exchange, regulatory agency, Broker Dealer (BD), Futures Commission Merchant (FCM) or similar organization is a plus. Direct experience in sanctions compliance is strongly preferred.
• Fluency in Python, Java, VBA, and/or R Studio a plus
• Experience with Jira and communicating problems to programmers a plus
• ACAMS, CGSS, Series 7, or other FINRA licenses or certifications are a plus
• Knowledge of Capital Markets

To be successful in this position, you will have the following:

• Self-motivated and able to handle tasks with minimal supervision
• Superb analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent collaboration and communication (Verbal and written) skills
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills

Company Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary, annual performance-based bonus and stock grant
• Retirement plan 401(k) with a competitive company match
• Excellent health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, and a company-paid medical healthcare premium
• Wellness screenings and assessments, health coaches and counseling services through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off and a generous parental leave policy
• Daily company lunch allowance provided, and a fully stocked kitchen with healthy options for breakfast and snack
• Corporate events, including team outings, dinners, volunteer activities and company sports teams
• Education reimbursement and learning opportunities
• Modern offices with multi-monitor setups