Senior Compliance Risk Analyst

Who we are looking for

This position is perfect for an individual who has expertise in compliance, business control or audit functions within the Financial Services sector, who possesses strong attention to detail and coordination capabilities, and who thrives in a fast-paced environment. It is a role from which a successful candidate may develop a career further in Compliance or in other risk and control areas.

Corporate Compliance supports the Board of Directors, senior management of State Street Corporation, and its affiliates in their responsibility to comply with laws and regulations applicable to State Street’s global business activities and functions.​ The Compliance Department is an independent control function part of the Second Line of Defense (SLOD). 

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining plays an important role in the overall success of the organization. Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. To make that happen we need teams like yours to help navigate employees and the organization as a whole. In your role you will strive for cutting-edge solutions, that are straightforward and scalable. You will help us build resilience and execute day to day deliverables at our best. 

Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

As Senior Compliance Risk Analyst you will

• Work in conjunction with other Compliance team members as well as business partners and external parties as needed to identify and document the risk, determine the risk categories and potential risk areas, -products and procedures of the bank considering all policies/regulations/guidelines.
• Maintain and continuously develop knowledge around core regulatory requirements of the EU, products of business units, applicable financial markets, industry trends and key technology in use by the business units.
• Support the management and compliance team in the development of a dynamic risk assessment, implementation and ongoing review.
• Liaise with their Compliance colleagues all over the globe to share and complete deliverables.
• Review the control framework for risk mitigation with the business and the management
• Documentation of the assessed risk and communication of recommendations for compliance strategies based on accurate identification of the potential regulatory risk, business risk, franchise risk, reputational risk and emerging risks
• Act as primary contact/coordinator on the bank’s risk analysis for regulatory exams and investigations
• Exercise discretion and judgment with regard to matters of significance, such as supporting production of management reporting, including but not limited to data collection, qualitative and / or quantitative analysis, formatting and quality assurance
• Share in the establishment/implementation of compliance training and education programs to keep business personnel apprised of the components of the compliance risk analysis (inclusive of new employee induction training)

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

• Excellent critical thinking skills
• Ability to communicate with and appropriately influence all levels of management
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (written and verbal), and presentation skills
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• Strong customer focus

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• MA/ MSc/ BA/ BS (or equivalent experience) in a related field
• Minimum of 5-6 years relevant work experience with risk, compliance, legal or audit functions within the financial services sector preferred
• Verbal and written fluency in English

We offer

• Employee savings plan;
• Premium life insurance package;
• Gold medical package;
• International operating environment;
• Language classes;
• Soft skills trainings;
• Technical workshops;
• Development sessions with a mentor;
• Diversity of opportunities across a range of challenging and highly complex activities;
• Technical or leadership career pathway.

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.