Compliance Officer

The Compliance Officer - Compliance Automation & Surveillance will play a pivotal role in leading a dynamic team that focusses on new tools & automation of processes for Regulatory Compliance and the surveillance framework. This position will oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of automated compliance solutions and surveillance systems. In this role, the individual will provide insights from a compliance perspective to ensure that the tools and framework are aligned to regulatory requirements. Furthermore, the AVP will be instrumental in building and nurturing a talented team, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. In general, this position will be responsible for leading the Compliance Automation & Surveillance team and assisting the Regulatory Compliance team in conducting their responsibility of oversight and monitoring.

Solution Implementation: Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of automated compliance solutions, including workflow automation, data analytics, and reporting tools.

Surveillance Systems: Manage the development and operation of surveillance systems to monitor compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies. This includes market abuse surveillance and electronic communication surveillance.

Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of dynamic professionals, providing guidance and support in their roles.

Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with various stakeholders, including Compliance, FTT, external service providers and other business units, to ensure effective compliance oversight. Work with surveillance service providers including monitor performance and implementation of periodic enhancements.

Continuous Improvement: Promote a culture of continuous improvement by regularly reviewing and refining development processes. Encourage team members to seek out new learning opportunities and stay current with industry trends

Bachelor's degree in law, finance, computer science, or a related field.

Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, JD) preferred.

Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in compliance, risk management, or a related field.

Strong understanding of compliance regulations and industry standards.

Experience with compliance automation tools and technologies.

Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools.

Excellent project management and organizational skills.

Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Certification in compliance or risk management (e.g., CIPP, CRCM, CERA).

Experience in a regulated industry (e.g., financial services, healthcare).

Knowledge of programming languages (e.g., Python, SQL).