AML Sanctions Specialist Senior

Position overview

PNC is seeking a senior AML and sanctions professional to support its anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance work from a remote location within the PNC footprint. The role sits within the AML organization and contributes to a culture that values inclusion, customer focus, and responsible risk management.

This role may be approved for remote work in certain geographic areas. If approved, the work must be performed from a quiet, secure, and confidential home workspace. Depending on business needs, occasional on-site attendance may still be required.

PNC does not offer visa sponsorship for this position and will not participate in STEM OPT for this role.

What you will do

• Help design and support enterprise-wide and business-level AML and sanctions programs aimed at preventing unlawful, unethical, or improper business conduct.
• Assist with executing and overseeing activities required to meet Bank Secrecy Act, AML, USA PATRIOT Act, and sanctions program obligations.
• Review and refresh AML and sanctions policies, procedures, compliance manuals, and front office manuals so they accurately reflect current laws, regulations, and management expectations.
• Define AML and sanctions objectives for assigned business lines, products, services, and regulations, and communicate those goals to stakeholders and business partners.
• Coordinate compliance monitoring efforts and oversee the preparation of compliance reporting.
• Prepare and refine compliance reports and customer risk profiles, identify gaps, propose corrective actions, and escalate issues through the appropriate governance channels.
• Assess AML and sanctions risk, internal controls, and regulatory changes, and help implement improved processes to maintain timely compliance with new requirements.
• Support strategic business initiatives by identifying compliance risks and recommending practical resolutions.
• Act as a knowledgeable resource on how AML and sanctions requirements affect business operations, product development, and customer activity.

Qualifications

Successful candidates should bring the skills, judgment, and experience needed to perform the role effectively. PNC expects the ability to challenge assumptions constructively and independently review analyses, recommendations, and conclusions.

Roles at this level typically require a college or university degree and at least 3 years of relevant direct industry experience. A mix of education, role-specific certifications, and experience, including military experience, may be considered in place of a degree. Certifications are preferred but not mandatory.

Education and certifications

A bachelor’s degree is required. No specific certification or license is required for this role.

Additional information

Base salary for this position is $63,750 to $127,500 annually. Compensation may vary depending on location, market conditions, skills, experience, and education. The role is eligible for incentive pay based on company, business, and/or individual performance.

The posting is generally expected to remain open for two business days from 06/15/2026, though business discretion may extend that period.

This position may be subject to Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, where applicable, the SAFE Act and/or FINRA requirements, which can restrict hiring for individuals with certain criminal histories.

Applicants who need accommodation during the hiring process can request assistance by email at AccommodationRequest@pnc.com with “accommodation request” in the subject line, including their name, job ID, and preferred contact method. Accommodation requests can also be made by calling 877-968-7762 and saying “Workday.” All accommodation information will be kept confidential and used only as needed to provide reasonable accommodations.

PNC provides equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories. California residents may refer to the California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice for details on how personal information may be used or disclosed in hiring.

Benefits

Depending on eligibility, full-time employees may receive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; health savings account support; life insurance for employee and spouse/child; short- and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) with company match; pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement; backup child and elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select fully paid programs; and a wellness program with financial incentives.

Paid time off may include maternity and/or parental leave, up to 11 paid holidays per year, 9 occasional absence days per year unless law requires otherwise, and 15 to 25 vacation days annually depending on career level and years of service.

More information about employee programs is available through PNC’s benefits resources.