About the role As Central Compliance Officer, you will play a key role within the second line of defense and be part of an international team of compliance professionals. Key responsibilities Support the development, enhancement and ongoing maintenance of a robust Compliance framework aligned with the organization’s risk appetite, regulatory expectations and internal governance standards. Provide advice and constructive challenge to the business, senior management and control functions on Compliance risks, governance requirements and the effectiveness of related controls. Review and maintain Compliance policies, procedures and control documentation to ensure they remain compliant with applicable laws and regulations. Support the Compliance lifecycle, including risk identification, assessment, monitoring, controls testing, issue management, remediation tracking and reporting. Prepare and coordinate internal and external audits, regulatory inspections and related follow-up actions, including the preparation of responses and remediation plans. Assist in the preparation of management information and reporting for relevant committees and the Management Board. Assist in the coordination of the annual Compliance Risk Assessment, including engagement with internal stakeholders. Support the interactions with BaFin, Bundesbank and other relevant regulators. What do we expect from you? Minimum of 5 years’ Compliance experience, ideally within German investment banking or a comparable regulated financial services environment. Strong practical knowledge of the German and EU regulatory framework applicable to financial institutions, particularly MaRisk/WpI MaRisk and relevant BaFin guidance and expectations, with the ability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into practical policies, controls, monitoring activities and advice. Experience in Compliance governance, Compliance framework implementation, Compliance lifecycle management and Compliance risk assessments. Experience in dealing with internal and external auditors, including coordination of audits (year-end audit and WpHG audit), preparation of audit evidence, management of audit requests, responding to findings and remediation tracking. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess complex regulatory requirements and governance structures. Excellent communication with internal and external stakeholders and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively with business, senior management, auditors, regulators and other control functions. Sound judgement, personal integrity and professionalism, with the confidence to make, escalate and defend risk-based decisions in line with regulatory expectations and effective risk management standards. German and English language skills (minimum C1 or equivalent in both).
Central Compliance Officer Arbeitgeber: LevelUP HCS
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