Who we are looking for

A professional who will take on a highly visible role within the CRM team and handle a combination of operational and people management responsibilities.

This position is perfect for an individual who has expertise in risk assessment, internal control, compliance or audit function in the Financial Services sector, has deep understanding and knowledge of a State Street business line or process, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

The Compliance Risk Monitoring Team (CRMT) is a critical component of the overall Compliance Program at State Street. Performing monitoring and testing activities is essential to conclude on the adequacy of the firm-wide compliance program and business unit regulatory posture, and to identify enhancements for State Street’s global compliance control environment. The Compliance Risk Monitoring, AVP reports to the applicable CRMT Senior Manager.

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.

What you will be responsible for

As Compliance Monitoring & Surveillance Manager you will

• Work closely with the Senior Manager to implement a firm-wide Compliance Monitoring, and provide subject matter expertise in the design and testing of various aspects of employee and business conduct.
• Liaise with Compliance Advisory, Business Unit Management and other key stakeholders to design and execute monitoring activities to detect gaps, issues, breaches and process improvements, promoting the benefits of a monitoring and testing function.
• Oversee and review work product of staff members.
• Establish and maintain relationships with other CRMT staff members globally.
• Work with CRMT and Compliance Advisory colleagues to endorse a strong, global culture of Compliance.
• Identify real-time CRMT process improvements and suggest resolutions when applicable.
• Communicate results and obtain agreement from Compliance Advisory, Business Unit Management, and other key stakeholders on the result of monitoring and solicit agreement on issues noted.
• Lead and motivate staff, particularly, direct reports.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

• Strong analytical skills and strict attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Time-management skills.
• Critical thinking skills.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in the relevant field.
• Minimum of 7-8 years relevant work experience with risk assessment, internal control, compliance or audit function within a financial institution.
• At least 3-4 years of experience in people management function.
• Ability to communicate with and appropriately influence all levels of management.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (written and verbal), and presentation skills.
• Experience with data analytics software (e.g. SAS, Tableau) will be an advantage.
• Professional certification(s) such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and Certified Financial Services Auditor (CFSA) will be an asset.

We offer

• Employee savings plan;
• Premium life insurance package;
• VIP 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.