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 JOB PURPOSE:

To provide compliance advisory support to the Investment Bank Business by ensuring compliance with rules, regulations and best practice. This role is a global role and the job holder will be responsible for overseeing Compliance advisory for Investment Bank in the Head Office and  international locations where FAB is present. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Job Specific Accountabilities

• In conjunction with the different compliance teams, execute the creation, implementation and monitoring of the Investment Bank Compliance framework and plans that properly address Compliance needs and requirements in line with laws, rules and regulations.
• Provide timely compliance advice and support to the Investment Bank business.
• Assist key stakeholders to ensure Conflicts of Interest and FAB’s Code of Conduct policies and protocols are upheld. Partner and advise on conflicts management, policy, process, procedure and breach escalation, including but not limited to core themes such as Gifts, Entertainments, Personal Account Dealing, Outside Business Interests/Activities, Material Deals and Information Walls.
• Build and maintain productive business relationships with Investment Bank Business partners, across the regions, and must have the ability to work cross-functionally to effectively deliver added value to the Business.
• Provide compliance advice to Investment Bank on regulatory developments, policy initiatives, projects, new business initiatives and process improvements.
• Oversee and coordinate Investment Bank Compliance agenda through FAB International network where Investment Bank Business is present.
• Support the Head of IB Compliance on any FinCrime or Regulatory compliance related matters.
• Liaise with other Compliance teams, including Financial Crime Compliance and Regulatory compliance teams to ensure Investment Bank Compliance are following the latest regulations and best practice.
• Maintain and build an effective relationship with Investment Bank business lines so that effective escalation of issues is achieved and risk managed.
• Support Investment Banking Business in adhering to Group Compliance policies, procedures and processes and assist Investment Bank management to ensure fulfilment of its compliance responsibilities.
• Participate in key compliance initiatives and monitor compliance related projects for Investment Bank.

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in management, banking, Finance, preferably with certification in compliance

Minimum Experience

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in the Banking industry.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in Compliance.
• Excellent knowledge of the Corporate & Financial Institutions Business including the financial crime risks associated with both businesses.
• Strong understanding of international best practice in managing the financial crime risks of correspondent banking.
• Strong interpersonal, people management and facilitation skills
• Excellent project management skills with strong control.
• Team player, able to meet tight deadlines and manage challenging workload.
• Focused on driving tasks to completion with pace, whilst retaining a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.