Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Location: Gurgaon / Noida

Seeking a detail-oriented and experienced professional to join our team as a Sr. Compliance Analyst - Sanctions Screening. In this role, you will be responsible for sanctions-related reviews on third parties, partners and individuals.  You will play a critical role in ensuring adherence to global regulatory requirements and internal compliance standards by conducting thorough screening and monitoring activities.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform sanctions screening of individuals, entities, and third parties against global and local regulatory lists (OFAC, UN, EU, etc.)
• Conduct adverse media checks and reputational risk assessments to identify potential compliance concerns
• Review and analyze screening alerts, investigate potential matches, and document findings in accordance with internal procedures
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve screening issues and escalate high-risk cases as needed
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of sanctions regulations, watchlists, and compliance requirements
• Support continuous improvement of screening processes, tools, and controls
• Prepare reports and provide insights for audits, regulatory reviews, and internal compliance assessments

• Assist in training and awareness programs related to sanctions and screening requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 7+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or developing compliance frameworks.
• CA / MBA Finance or equivalent professional qualification.
• Preferably Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) / Certified Global Sanctions Specialist (CGSS) or equivalent
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work across teams and influence stakeholders.

• If you are proactive and results-driven with a passion for ensuring compliance in third-party relationships and screening processes, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to our organization's success in managing risk effectively.

• Bachelor's degree

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.