Job Description

About the RoleAbout SwiftIf youve ever sent money across borders, weve probably met before. Were the ones that keep funds flowing, supply chains moving and the worlds economies turning. As the global specialist in financial transactions, we were founded to enable the financial community to move value quickly, securely and with unrivalled precision. Were a neutral cooperative spanning over 200 countries and territories, with a community comprising over 11,500 banks, securities players, market infrastructures and corporates. Together with our community were driving digital innovation, to help financial institutions to grow and improve their customers experience today and for the future.Swift strives to operate in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Swifts Compliance team has the mission to make that happen. We oversee regulatory tracking activities, assessments, advice, and report on regulatory risk; we also take ownership of numerous compliance domains, develop and oversee internal policies, manage regulatory control frameworks, assess and mitigate risk, report and give assurance.Become part of the Compliance & Regulatory Affairs teamThe Compliance team is looking for a Compliance Assurance Specialist with extensive experience in governance, risk and control (GRC); compliance and controls frameworks; compliance reporting; compliance culture and communication. The Compliance Assurance Specialist will report to Swifts global Head of Compliance. Amongst other things, the Compliance Assurance Specialist willOversee Swifts Compliance framework and methodologiesMaintain a repository of compliance controls and related information such as risks, evidence, issues, owners and actionsManage Swifts compliance roadmap and pipelineOversee Swifts company-wide policy frameworkMaintain an Assurance Map across the Compliance teamAct as a point of reference for monitoring and assurance queriesManage monthly, quarterly and annual compliance reportingTrack, develop and improve metrics to assess success and compliance riskDrive innovation and help innovate Swifts compliance tools.Liaise closely with Swifts other 2nd and 3rd line assurance functionsContribute to Swifts compliance culture and trainingsManage and coordinate specific compliance projects.Assess the effectiveness and compliance of relevant controls The role Compliance Assurance Specialist is expected to take initiative and responsibility for building out and the dedicated Compliance Assurance pillar in the Compliance team. The role offers growth and learning opportunities. The selected candidate may be expected to travel 10-15% of their time.Skills & QualificationsA Bachelor/University Law degree or equivalent with relevance to ComplianceA deep understanding of governance, risk & compliance frameworks and a solid understanding of laws and regulations arising in the context of Regulatory ComplianceProfessional English language skillsExperience with regulatory frameworks, relevant risk indicators, and identifying and implementing compliance controls to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulationsImpartial, open-minded, respectful and at ease with ethical dilemmaTrustworthy and respectful in handling confidential information and sensitive casesExperience of operating at various levels within the organisation (e.g. senior levels, remote employees) and with external vendors (such as law firms, authorities, third-party vendors)5+ years of relevant experience in compliance-related activities and rolesOrganised and passionate for continuous improvement and high-quality work deliverables.Inclusive, collaborative, delivery-focused and with strong stakeholder management skillsOperational excellence skills (e.g. capable of building relevant reports, continuous improvement mindset) & project management experienceCapable of multi-tasking in a fast-moving environmentStrong communication skills (written and oral) and strong presentation skillsFamiliarity with reporting to governance bodies and authoritiesHas the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision and can demonstrate independence of judgement and autonomyProcess-driven mindset, capable of designing and applying procedures in their day-to-day activitiesComfortable in navigating databases & toolsExperience with providing trainingOptionalAdditional language(s)Financial sector experienceCorporate Governance experienceProject management experienceWhat we offerWe give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals like you with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. An environment in which everyones voice counts and where you can reach your full potential regardless of age, background, culture, colour, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion, or veteran/military status.

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