Head of Compliance LATAM

Mandatory Requirements

• Mandatory hands-on experience in Compliance for Financial Services
• Fluent in English and Bachelor's Degree in Law

Sobre nosso cliente

Global and fast-growing financial services company.

Descrição

• Assume responsibility for the effective delivery of the second line compliance function for our client in Brazil, integral to the three lines of defense framework.
• Oversee the Brazil Compliance team, which comprises officers specializing in both financial crime and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure the successful implementation of the target operating model as established by our client in Brazil.
• Integrate Brazilian regulatory requirements into the comprehensive compliance policies, procedures, and control frameworks of the organization.
• Facilitate our client's ability to identify imminent changes within the regulatory landscape and to enact necessary revisions to its policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance.
• Manage the Brazil Compliance policy framework and guarantee that robust second line monitoring and testing are conducted, providing assurance to the board regarding the organization's compliance status.
• Promote a strong compliance culture within our client's operations in Brazil to enhance risk awareness in alignment with the three lines of defense model. Additionally, coordinate and/or deliver training sessions for relevant personnel, as deemed necessary.
• Prepare compliance reports for our client's Brazil board as well as for local and global committees.
• Cultivate and maintain effective relationships with local regulatory authorities.
• Foster robust relationships with LATAM product teams to engender a culture of compliance, enabling proactive consideration of compliance risks and opportunities.
• Utilize data analytics to identify emerging trends across our client's product offerings and collaborate with product teams in the region to mitigate potential risks.

Perfil desejável

We seek an individual with a deep passion for payments, fintech, and compliance management, who possesses a forward-thinking mindset. The ideal candidate will have:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in compliance within a financial institution.
• Bachelor's Degree or similar in Law.
• Proficiency in English (FLUENT).
• Demonstrated experience in leading teams.
• A comprehensive understanding of the regulatory environment in Brazil.
• Experience working with local regulatory authorities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project coordination and management capabilities.
• A willingness to challenge teams and oneself to optimally serve customers while ensuring robust and compliant processes.
• The capacity for regular international travel.
• A sense of camaraderie and a positive demeanor, particularly when under pressure or facing tight deadlines.
• Experience as a leader and mentor for junior team members within our client's Brazil operation.

O que está sendo ofertado

Hybrid working model, RSU's, and outstanding benefit package.