Sanctions - Crypto & Digital Assets - Senior Manager
DC-Washington Full-time Senior Risk & Financial Compliance
At a glance
Senior Risk & Financial Compliance role at PwC. DC-Washington · full-time · $124,000–$280,000 base.
SalaryStated by PwC
$124,000 – $280,000
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
RoleRisk & Financial Compliance
SenioritySenior
LocationDC-Washington
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$124,000–$280,000
PostedSep 16, 2026 · 5w ago
Role brief
financeroles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Guide clients through banking and capital-markets compliance work, shaping strategies that reduce regulatory risk
- Lead teams conducting compliance audits and risk reviews, using analysis to strengthen programs and reporting
- Check proposed outcomes with clients, then use their feedback to refine compliance frameworks
- Explain complex compliance issues clearly to stakeholders and surface root problems in existing processes
- Build client relationships and encourage digital tools and AI-supported work to improve compliance efforts
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree is required
- At least seven years of professional experience
- You bring hands-on sanctions or anti-money-laundering compliance experience
Who this fits
This senior manager role suits someone who can lead teams, advise clients, and stay clear-headed when situations are ambiguous. Travel can reach sixty percent. PwC will not sponsor candidates who need H-1B lottery sponsorship, subject to its stated policy.
From the employer
Industry/Sector
Banking and Capital MarketsSpecialism
Data, Analytics & AIManagement Level
Senior ManagerJob Description & Summary
The OpportunityAs a Senior Manager in Sanctions - Crypto & Digital Assets, you will play a pivotal role in guiding clients through complex regulatory landscapes, focusing on maintaining compliance and managing risks effectively. Within our Risk and Compliance practice, you will provide strategic advice and solutions, helping organizations enhance their internal controls and navigate regulatory challenges.
As a Senior Manager, you will leverage your skills and professional network to deliver quality results, motivating and coaching teams to solve complex problems. You will apply sound judgment, recognizing when to take action and when to escalate, while fostering diverse and inclusive teams that contribute to the firm's success. In this role, you will validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback, confirming operational excellence and driving project success.
Responsibilities
- Leading regulatory risk compliance initiatives to support clients in navigating complex regulatory landscapes
- Developing and implementing compliance strategies to mitigate risks effectively for clients in the banking and capital markets sector
- Managing and guiding teams in the execution of compliance audits and risk assessments
- Utilizing analytical thinking and data analysis skills to enhance compliance program implementation and reporting
- Collaborating with clients to validate outcomes and incorporate feedback into compliance frameworks
- Directing teams through challenging situations, maintaining composure and clarity in ambiguous environments
- Crafting and conveying clear, impactful messages that tell a holistic story to stakeholders
- Applying systems thinking to identify underlying problems and opportunities within compliance processes
- Promoting the use of innovative digital tools and AI-human collaboration to improve compliance efficiency
- Building and maintaining relationships with clients to support ongoing compliance and governance efforts
What You Must Have
- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 7 years of experience
What Sets You Apart
- Demonstrating AI fluency and AI-human collaboration
- Implementing compliance frameworks and regulatory compliance program maintenance
- Utilizing sanctions compliance and anti-money laundering compliance skills
- Excelling in data analysis and interpretation for strategic insights
- Leading compliance auditing and governance risk compliance initiatives
- Developing and delivering compliance training programs
- Applying strategic questioning and analytical thinking in complex scenarios
Travel Requirements
Up to 60%Job Posting End Date
The salary range for this position is: $124,000 - $280,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glanceAs PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law. PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-workFor only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.