Providing advice and recommendations on complex regulatory risk escalations from a reputational risk and conduct perspective (relating to clients, products and transactions) from the first or second line of defence while closely cooperating with financial crime team
Ensuring that policies and guidance align with global documents, as well as current legal and regulatory requirements and expectations
Providing guidance and training to the first line of defence on the implementation and impact of policies and standards
Developing and delivering compliance training and awareness programmes for relevant stakeholders
Recommending and implementing actions required to mitigate regulatory risks identified and producing high quality reports for senior management
Supporting regulatory risk assessments
Contributing to change management programmes and internal policy development as an subject matter expert
Developing relevant MI and ensure adequate reporting
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
Our people are our greatest strength. Every individual contributes unique perspectives that make us stronger as a team and as an organization. We’re enabling teams to go beyond by valuing who they are and empowering what they bring.
The following requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for success in this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Professional Experience
Previous experience in Regulatory Compliance / Business Line Financial Crime Compliance in financial services with an international client-base or comparable large corporate organisations (Required)
In-depth knowledge of applicable legislation and accompanying industry guidance in financial crime compliance ((MAR, MiFID II, WpHG, GwG, KwGKWG) (Required)
Knowledge of applicable legislation and accompanying industry guidance (MAR, MiFID II, WpHG) (Preferred)
Previous experience in developing policies, the ability to practically apply these in your day-to-day work, and implementing and overseeing control frameworks (Preferred)
Education
Educated to Degree level in a relevant subject (Preferred)
External qualification in Compliance (Preferred)
Languages
English (Required)
German (Required)
Hard Skills
Knowledge of regulatory risks and how these are managed in Wholesale / Corporate and Investment Banking (Required)
Experience of using systems and software to analyse data (Required)
Knowledge of Wholesale / Corporate and Investment Banking products (Preferred)
Soft Skills
Excellent critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills (Required)
Should show initiative, be organised and be able to plan and prioritise (Required)
Must have good communication, both written and verbal, and ability to make decisions and influence stakeholders (Required)
WE VALUE YOUR IMPACT
Your contribution matters, and it’s recognized. You can expect a fair, competitive reward package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver. But we know rewards go beyond numbers.
We’re enable our teams to go beyond through global opportunities and broad career paths.
Flexibility that works. Enjoy a hybrid working models—some days remote, some days onsite with your team—along with flexible hours.
Learning for life. Access hundreds of courses on our platforms, including exclusive access to our global learning space: Santander Open Academy (www.santanderopenacademy.com)
Competitive rewards. Receive a highly competitive salary with performance-based bonuses, motivating you to keep growing with us.
Financial advantages. Benefit from preferential banking terms, special interest rates on loans, life insurance, and more.
Your health is our priority. Through BeHealthy, our global wellness programme, we promote Holistic wellbeing.
We know family is everything. That’s why we offer childcare support and family-friendly programmes tailored to each life stage.
Always by your side. Get access to Santander Contigo, our program for employees and their families offering legal, emotional, and administrative advisory services.
Extra benefits. Gym/WellHub membership, medical centers in some of our facilities, meal subsidy, parking, shuttle service from various points in Madrid, as well as exclusive discounts and offers for Santander employees. And that’s only the beginning—we’ll tell you more when you join!
We’re here to keep you motivated, help you reach your goals, and celebrate your progress, every step of the way.
LOCAL COMPLIANCE
Santander is proud of being an organization where there are equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion or sexual orientation. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply.
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