Head of Compliance Monitoring, Global Compliance

Fitch Group; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Compliance Monitoring to lead their compliance program in London. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage a global compliance function while collaborating with senior management and regulators. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in compliance monitoring within financial institutions, demonstrating leadership and investigative skills. Join a diverse and innovative team that values your contributions and offers a collaborative work environment. This is your chance to make a significant impact in the world of compliance at a leading financial services firm.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

High visibility with senior management

Qualifications

• Proven track record in compliance testing in regulated institutions.
• Strong understanding of risk management frameworks and controls.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage the annual compliance testing plan.
• Oversee compliance testing activities and team performance.
• Liaise with regulators and prepare compliance reports.

Skills

Compliance Monitoring

Risk Management

Investigative Skills

Team Management

Time Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Governance, Risk Management and Compliance (GRC) software

MetricStream

Job description

Head of Compliance Monitoring, Global Compliance

Pay Competitive

Location London/England

Employment type Full-Time

Job Description

Req#: 45563

Head of Compliance Monitoring, Global Compliance – London

Fitch Ratings Global Compliance Group is currently seeking a Head of Compliance Monitoring based out of our London office.

The Head of Compliance Monitoring is responsible for managing Fitch Ratings’ compliance monitoring program. Compliance monitoring is conducted globally across Fitch to assess adherence to policies, procedures, and credit rating agency regulations. The position will report to the Head of Compliance - Global Teams who is based in London.

What We Offer:

• An opportunity to manage a function and team at a global rating agency.
• Insight into all areas of the credit rating process.
• A collaborative work environment.
• High visibility, working directly with senior management and interacting with regulators.

We’ll Count on You To:

• Design the annual compliance testing plan to ensure comprehensive coverage of compliance requirements.
• Allocate and supervise compliance testing activities and manage the team’s performance and personal development.
• Oversee appropriate issue escalation and remediation.
• Ensure compliance testing reports are well-written, informative, and impactful.
• Maintain and enhance compliance testing procedures and templates.
• Develop compliance testing data, KRIs, KPIs and prepare monthly reporting for senior management and quarterly reporting for the board.
• Liaise with regulators and compose ongoing filings and written responses to ad hoc requests.
• Co-produce the annual compliance risk assessment.
• Participate in global compliance workplan projects.
• Promote understanding across Fitch of key compliance requirements.

What You Need to Have:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Proven track record of leading compliance testing and monitoring activities in a regulated financial institution or credit rating agency.
• Previous experience managing a team and supporting employee development.
• Solid understanding of risk management frameworks, risks and controls, and the three lines of defence model.
• Strong investigative skills and attention to detail.
• A collaborative approach to solving problems and working with others.
• Self-motivated and adept at time management.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement, and escalate potential issues and propose solutions appropriately.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple and competing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• Background in continuous monitoring and a history of embracing new technology.
• Experience with Governance, Risk Management and Compliance (GRC) software. Familiarity with MetricStream a plus.
• Knowledge of credit ratings and credit rating agency regulations.

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Why Fitch?

At Fitch Group, the combined power of our global perspectives is what differentiates us. Our global network of colleagues comes together to accomplish things greater than they ever could alone.

Every team member is essential to our business and each perspective is critical to our success. We embrace a diverse culture that encourages a free exchange of ideas, guaranteeing your voice will be heard and your work will have an impact, regardless of seniority.

We are building incredible things at Fitch and we invite you to join us on our journey.

Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. Wholly owned by the Hearst Corporation, we are comprised of three main businesses: Fitch Ratings | Fitch Solutions | Fitch Learning.

For more information please visit our websites:

www.fitchratings.com | www.fitchsolutions.com | www.fitchlearning.com

Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch’s credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interests or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.

Fitch Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

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