Vice President -Compliance Testing - Investment Bank

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement a comprehensive compliance controls testing strategy to evaluate the effectiveness of the organization's internal controls.
Supervise and coordinate work delegated to the team, providing guidance, support, and coaching to ensure high-quality testing procedures.
Conduct risk assessments and gap analysis to identify areas of potential non-compliance and recommend corrective actions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Legal, Risk Management, Internal Audit, and other stakeholders to align compliance controls testing efforts with broader organizational goals.
Stay updated with evolving regulatory requirements and industry best practices to ensure the testing program remains current and effective.
Prepare and present reports on compliance controls testing results to senior management and regulatory authorities as required.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and automation within the compliance controls testing process.
Foster a culture of compliance awareness and accountability throughout the organization through training programs, communication, and regular interaction with business units.

Qualifications:

Extensive experience (8+ years) in compliance controls testing, internal audit, or related roles within the financial services industry.
Strong knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards (e.g., FCA, EU) and their impact on compliance controls testing.
Proven track record of successfully developing and implementing compliance controls testing programs.
Excellent leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team to achieve exceptional results.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.