Description

Company Overview

Join a prominent international financial organisation with a strong footprint in retail, commercial, and corporate banking. The company is dedicated to upholding rigorous legal and regulatory standards across its European operations, ensuring integrity and compliance in all aspects of its business.

Main Responsibilities

• Deliver legal guidance on German financial regulations, including MaRisk, the German Banking Act (KWG), and EBA standards.
• Assist the Compliance Officer in regulatory reporting and oversight tasks.
• Interpret and implement governance expectations from the European Central Bank (ECB).
• Provide legal analysis and strategic advice on regulatory developments at both national and EU levels.
• Monitor legislative changes and assess their impact on the organisation.
• Design and conduct training sessions to enhance regulatory awareness across departments.
• Lead the rollout of policies with significant regulatory impact.
• Execute and clarify internal control measures, ensuring they meet compliance standards.
• Promote a culture of compliance by influencing behavioural change where needed.
• Serve as a key legal advisor to business units and senior leadership.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including executive-level management.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified legal professional (1st State Exam or equivalent).
• Extensive in-house legal experience within the banking or financial services sector.
• Fluent in both German and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong grasp of German and EU financial regulatory frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience in working with ECB regulatory requirements.
• Skilled in analysing complex legal issues and supporting strategic decisions.
• Capable of fostering collaboration and driving compliance initiatives across departments.