Compliance Associate
IT STARTS HERE
Santander (www.santander.com)isevolving froma global, high-impact brand into atechnology-driven organization, and our people are at the heart of this journey.Together, we are driving acustomer-centric transformation that values boldthinking, innovation, and thecourage to challenge what’s possible.
This is more than a strategic shift.It’s a chance fordriven professionalsto grow, learn, and make a real difference.
Our mission is to contribute to help morepeople and businesses prosper. We embrace a strong risk culture and all our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.
Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (Santander CIB) is Santander's global division that supports some of the world's most complex and sophisticated corporate and institutional clients, offering customized services and value-added wholesale products to best meet their needs.
THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE
Santander Corporate & Investment Banking is looking for aCompliance Associate based out ofFrankfurt.
We’re shaping the way we work through innovation, cutting-edge technology, collaboration and the freedom to explore new ideas. To succeed in this role, you will beresponsible forsupportingthe Chief Compliance Officer (CCO)and wider Compliance teamin managing the regulatory risk framework, including regulations relating to Market Abuse Regulation (MAR), Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID), Conduct, Reputational Risk as well as other applicable regulations. This will include:
Providing advice and recommendations on complex regulatory risk escalations (relating to clients, products and transactions) from the first or second line ofdefence
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 ofdefenceon the implementation and impact of policies and standards
Developing and delivering compliance training and awarenessprogrammesfor 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 tochangemanagementprogrammesand internal policy development asansubject matter expert
Developing relevant MI andensureadequate 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’reenabling 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 experienceinRegulatory Compliance/Business Line 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 (MAR, MiFID II,WpHG) and the ability to practically apply these in your day-to-day work(Required)
Previous experience in developing policies, 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)
Knowledgeof Wholesale/Corporate andInvestment Bankingproducts(Preferred)
Soft Skills
Excellent critical thinking, analytical andproblem solvingskills(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 reflectsthe impact you create and the value you deliver. But we know rewards go beyond numbers.
We’reenable our teams to go beyond through global opportunities and broad career paths.
Flexibility that works. Enjoy ahybrid 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 ahighly competitive salary with performance-based bonuses, motivating you to keep growing with us.
Financial advantages. Benefit frompreferential banking terms, special interest rates on loans, life insurance, and more.
Your health is our priority. ThroughBeHealthy, our global wellness programme, we promoteHolistic wellbeing.
We’re here tokeep 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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