Manager of Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) Advisory ED
4 hours ago
Boadilla del Monte
Role 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: • Lead and perform reviews of complex, high‐risk transactions, client relationships and business activities, providing FCC advisory opinions and recommendations to support informed business decisions and act as a delegated representative of the Global Head of FCC SCIB where required., • Provide real‐time FCC advisory support to Front Office, Operations and Compliance partners regarding transaction structures, customer activity, sanctions considerations, AML risks and financial crime typologies., • Offer expert judgement and risk‐based recommendations on complex or escalated client and transaction matters where financial crime risk considerations may impact business decisions., • Perform testing activities over FCC controls; review artefacts and deliverables and perform technical (data) testing activities as required., • Assist with leading engagements with regulators, internal audit and senior governance committees on significant FCC matters and remediation activities., • Conduct horizon scanning and regulatory change management., • Drive operational adequacy and effectiveness of the Group Financial Crime Policy and Guides, working with Group and Country FCC peers and acting as key point of contact as required., • Identify opportunities to enhance the management and oversight of FCC risk and ensure appropriate actions are taken by relevant parties to deliver improvements., • Develop and deliver training and awareness programmes in coordination with Central Compliance, Group Financial Crime, business and Learning and Development. 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. Professional Experience • Proven experience conducting FCC advisory reviews of complex client relationships, transactions and business activities within Corporate and Investment Banking environments., • Demonstrated experience providing risk‐based recommendations and approvals for complex client and transactional scenarios., • Proven record of being an industry practitioner and subject‐matter expert., • Financial crime compliance expert with 8‐12+ years' experience across core competencies required for the role (Required)., • Strong understanding of CIB business products and services, including Markets, Trade Finance and Capital Markets solutions (Required)., • In‐depth understanding of Payments, Trade and Correspondent Banking (Required)., • Business‐transactional knowledge and FCC control expertise (Required)., • Proven record of working within a large multinational bank with global and regional exposure in a similar role (Required)., • Strong understanding of RegTech and FinTech initiatives and developments (Preferred). Education • Degree‐level education (Required)., • Industry‐relevant qualification in Risk or Compliance (Preferred). Languages • Fluent English (written and verbal) (Required)., • Fluent Spanish (written and verbal) (Required). Hard Skills • Deep FCC expertise with demonstrated experience assessing client relationships, transactional activity, sanctions exposure and financial crime risks within Corporate and Investment Banking products (Required)., • Experience with FCC technology and control platforms, including screening, monitoring and case‐management tools (e.g., Dow Jones, Oracle, Fenergo) (Required)., • Experience designing and implementing global FCC operating models and governance frameworks (Required)., • Strong analytical and technology‐enablement capabilities, leveraging data, analytics and emerging technologies to enhance financial crime screening, monitoring and risk‐management processes (Required)., • Proficiency with productivity and digital tools, including Microsoft Office Suite and AI‐enabled tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot) (Required). Soft Skills • Ability to balance commercial objectives with FCC risk considerations and provide clear, defensible recommendations in time‐sensitive transaction environments., • Demonstrated strategic leadership capability, including influencing senior stakeholders, driving organizational change and making risk‐based decisions in complex environments., • Self‐starter with strong organisational skills, capable of working independently with minimal supervision while remaining collaborative, adaptable and responsive to changing business priorities., • Strong strategic and critical‐thinking abilities, with attention to detail and the ability to translate complex operational, regulatory and risk considerations into actionable business strategies., • Exceptional stakeholder‐management and influencing skills, including proven success engaging senior executives and driving consensus to achieve organisational objectives., • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to clearly and concisely explain complex regulatory requirements, risks and recommended approaches to both technical and non‐technical audiences (Required)., • Strong prioritisation and time‐management skills, capable of managing multiple competing demands while maintaining focus on strategic objectives and delivering against business timelines (Required). Benefits • Global opportunities and broad career paths., • Hybrid working model—some days remote, some days onsite—along with flexible hours., • Learning for life: access hundreds of courses on our platforms, including exclusive access to Santander Open Academy., • Competitive rewards: highly competitive salary with performance‐based bonuses., • Financial advantages: preferential banking terms, special interest rates on loans, life insurance and more., • Health: access to BeHealthy, our global wellness programme, promoting holistic wellbeing., • Family support: childcare support and family‐friendly programmes tailored to each life stage., • Comprehensive support: Santander Contigo, a programme offering legal, emotional and administrative advisory services for employees and families., • Additional perks: Gym/WellHub membership, medical centres in some facilities, meal subsidy, parking, shuttle service from various points in Madrid and exclusive discounts for Santander employees. Equal Opportunity Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr