Assistant Vice President, Compliance Control Room

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MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

This is a role that will be responsible for tasks related to the EMEA regions conflicts of interest, Insider list, Watch list, MNPI, wall crossing, Treeing and Restrict List management (collectively “CCR related tasks” framework. The role will have direct exposure to all levels of the business and will be the primary contact for the CCR related tasks and related Advisory compliance matters.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The role will be acting across MUFG’s banking arm and securities business under a dual-hat arrangement. Under this arrangement you will perform the daily task on behalf of both the bank and the securities business, subject to the same remit and level of authority, irrespective of the entity which employs you.

Job responsibilities:

To contribute to the daily CCR related tasks framework

• Perform the day to day of CCR related tasks
• Provide support and delegation to the Head of Advisory as necessary
• Contribute to further development of the CCR related tasks management framework across all business lines operating in EMEA supporting both the compliance teams across EMEA and educating the various businesses that operate in the region
• Provide advice, guidance and challenge to the businesses in regulatory compliance matters with a particular focus on CCR related matters (including but not limited to identification of risk, escalation and management) under the supervision of Head of CCR
• Contribute to draft and update policies and procedures as necessary
• Provide training to the front office on regulatory and conduct matters with a particular focus on CCR related tasks

WORK EXPERIENCE

Essential:

• Relevant compliance experience within a Conflicts Office, Control Room or Banking Compliance / Private Side Compliance Advisory role in an investment banking organisation

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Functional / Technical Competencies:

Essential

• Knowledge of capital markets, structured finance and other investment banking products, including but not limited to loans, bonds and structured finance, and Sales and Trading.
• Sufficient knowledge of MAR and MiFID II compliance
• Knowledge of risk, compliance and controls
• Understanding of key regulations applicable to capital markets products, including MiFID II, MAR
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Intellect with the ability to grasp complex concepts
• Ability to challenge independently and constructively, where appropriate in order to achieve engagement and drive resolution
• Ability to act autonomously when appropriate and know when to escalate matters
• Highly organised, goal oriented and solutions focused

Education / Qualifications:

Essential

• Strong educational background with a university degree preferably in Law and/or Financial Regulation

PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent communication skills
• A proactive, motivated approach.
• The ability to operate with urgency and prioritise work accordingly
• Strong decision making skills, the ability to demonstrate sound judgement
• A structured and logical approach to work
• Excellent interpersonal skills valuing team work
• The ability to manage large workloads and tight deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• A calm approach, with the ability to perform well in a pressurised environment
• Sharp intellect with excellent researching skill necessary for the CCR related tasks
• Conscious of confidentiality involved in the nature of business and CCR related tasks
• Ability to work/ collaborate with variety of stakeholders of all related regions and Head Office

We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.

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We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.