FTC - Compliance Manager - Regulatory Horizon Scanning

Fidelity International; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 65.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading financial services firm in Germany seeks a Compliance Manager for regulatory horizon scanning and compliance management. This fixed-term role requires a university degree and at least 2 years of experience in compliance within the financial industry. Ideal candidates should have an in-depth understanding of German and European regulations. The position offers a flexible working environment, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Leistungen

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Commitment to wellbeing and development

Qualifikationen

• At least 2 years experience in Compliance or regulatory services, preferably in the financial industry.
• In-depth understanding of German and European financial regulations.
• Experience in presenting to executive committees.

Aufgaben

• Support compliance team in managing regulatory risks.
• Conduct regulatory horizon scanning on German and European regulations.
• Prepare presentations for the executive committee and business areas.
• Participate in banking industry association meetings.

Kenntnisse

Fluent in both German and Business English

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to prioritize in a multi-task environment

Self-motivated team player

Ausbildung

University degree in Law / Business Law, Economics or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

About the Opportunity

Job Type: Fixed Term Contractor

Contract duration: 14 months

Application Deadline: 28 February 2026

Title: Compliance Manager - Regulatory Horizon Scanning (Parental Leave substitution - Temporary)

Department: Compliance

Location: Kronberg, Germany

Reports To: Head of Compliance FFB

Level: Manager (Mid level)

Please note that this is a fixed-term contract, running until mid-April 2027, to provide coverage for maternity and parental leave.

About your team

The Compliance department's role is to provide an excellent compliance service, promoting a strong compliance culture and reputation of FIL Fondsbank GmbH (FFB) through pro‑active management of regulatory and reputational risk, undertaken in partnership with the business, and in the best interests of our investors and customers. This is achieved by providing the business areas with sound professional advice, but also through monitoring compliance with our regulations. Our team cooperates with all 2nd Line of Defense and Oversight functions, has a strong connection to the Management Board, and acts as the central point of contact for the supervisory authorities.

About your role

As Compliance Manager - Regulatory Horizon Scanning your role is to support the Compliance Team in identifying, reporting and managing regulatory risks and thus protect FFB from any risk of being non‑compliant.

You will pro‑actively support the specific business areas with regards to questions on how to comply with the relevant regulation. It would therefore be a great advantage if you are already familiar with the German banking and Investment Services regulation.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct regulatory horizon scanning on
  • German Banking and Investment Services regulation (e.g. KWG, WpHG, AnzV)
  • BaFin/Bundesbank regulation and expectation (e.g. BaFin Circulars MaRisk, MaComp, Fit&Proper MaDepot)
  • European law and regulation (e.g. DORA, CRR / CRD, CSRD)
  • EBA/ESMA/ECB topics
• Conduct impact assessments if new regulation/change in regulation is applicable to FFB's business model.
• Prepare presentations to the Executive Committee, the Managing Directors and/or the Business responsibles.
• Support regulatory projects and the business areas by answering questions and solving problems in relation to legal and regulatory requirements and their interpretation.
• Participate in working groups and meetings of banking industry associations (e.g. VAB, BVI).

About you

• A University degree in Law / Business Law, Economics or a comparable field of studies.
• At least 2 years experience in Compliance or regulatory services. You gained this experience either in the financial industry or in an audit/consultancy firm with appreciation of the regulatory environment.
• An in‑depth understanding of the existing German and European regulation applicable in the financial industry (WpHG, KWG, MaComp, MaRisk, MiFID II, etc.).
• Self‑motivated with strong analytical skills, the ability to prioritise in a multi‑task environment and meet deadlines while working in a high‑pressure environment.
• A pro‑active team player with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and the ability to communicate at all levels.
• Fluent in both German and Business English.

Feel rewarded

For starters, we'll offer you a comprehensive benefits package. We'll value your wellbeing and support your development. And we'll be as flexible as we can about where and when you work — finding a balance that works for all of us. It’s all part of our commitment to making you feel motivated by the work you do and happy to be part of our team.

Equal Opportunity Notice

Please note we are committed to providing equal opportunities to all candidates, regardless of background or identity. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive and contribute with their unique skills.