Financial Services

Head of Compliance & Financial Crime

Salary Negotiable
Contract Permanent
Sector Capital Markets
Location Frankfurt, Germany
Start date

Description

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Head of Compliance to lead the compliance and anti-financial crime functions for a financial services institution operating across Europe. This is a senior leadership position responsible for ensuring regulatory adherence, fostering a strong risk culture, and driving compliance innovation in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Your tasks

    • Oversee the compliance framework for European operations, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements across jurisdictions, with a focus on markets and corporate compliance, AML, anti-terrorist financing, and sanctions.
    • Monitor and assess regulatory developments in key markets, recommending and implementing effective solutions.
    • Cultivate strong relationships with regulatory authorities, managing all communications, audits, and inquiries.
    • Develop and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and training programs tailored to evolving regulatory landscapes.
    • Provide expert guidance to internal teams on compliance and anti-financial crime matters, ensuring alignment with business goals.
    • Lead compliance risk assessments and implement effective controls, fostering a proactive risk culture throughout the organization.
    • Represent the compliance function in both internal and external committees, ensuring a robust presence and strategic input.
    • Manage regulatory audits and coordinate remediation activities while delivering comprehensive management information to stakeholders.

Your profile

  • Extensive professional experience in compliance, with a focus on capital markets and financial crime prevention.
  • In-depth knowledge of European regulatory environments, particularly in Germany.Strong leadership skills, with a proven ability to manage and develop high-performing teams.
  • Bilingual proficiency in German and English is essential.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

Your benefits

  • Attractive Salary with bonus
  • Pension plans and insurance benefits
  • Lunch Vouchers
  • Development plan and learning opportunties
  • international working environment
  • modern working space
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Head of Compliance & Financial Crime

Salary Negotiable
Contract Permanent
Sector Capital Markets
Location
Start date