- Manage and lead global/regional audit related work and projects as well as ad hoc internal and external audit requests.
- Drive and have the ability to support identifying/ delivering value and efficiencies through continuous process improvements and implementation of globally consistent processes.
- Work closely with internal partners including but not limited to all Trade Finance partners and stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance related requirements are adhered to with thorough understanding of trade policies and compliance guidelines.
- Lead and manage effective global Policy reviews, Risk Assessments, enhance existing procedures and processes to reduce risks while adhering to all regulatory requirements of the Bank for Trade Finance
- Analyze and advise on incoming transactions request from stakeholders in view of all risk dimensions of the bank, which requires a general curiosity, attention to the detail and understanding of complex transactions in a short time span.
- Communicate and advise to stakeholders on Sanctions screening results with various stakeholders and clarify on open questions.
- Focus on bringing new ideas, lead and work on process optimization, realignment, automation, and simplification to increase efficiency and effectiveness of the business.
- Work on regular control processes in cooperation with technology, business, Client Lifecycle Management and to cover audit/regulatory requirements.
- Establish and maintain Business/Audit/Regulatory related Management Information (MI) for stakeholders, management, external/internal auditors, and regulators as well as other related parties.
Your skills and experience
- Bachelors/Masters degree in Finance, Engineering and Economics/Applied Economics,
- 8-12 years of work experience in relevant field of Trade Finance, Non-Financial Risk Management, Product Management, Operations, Compliance/AFC, Risk Management,
- Very good understanding of all Trade Finance Products.
- Good knowledge and experience of Process Management, Sanctions and Embargo, Regulatory Risk Management, Findings Management is welcomed.
- Experience in excellent stakeholder management, make independent decisions, manage upward and downward communication and escalate relevant issues to senior management and regional stakeholders.
- Open minded, client oriented, solution driven attitude.
- Strong Project Management and Analytical skills
- Sound knowledge and understanding of the risks, controls, compliance and regulatory environment and requirements in Banking with focus on Trade Finance
- Ability to challenge the status quo and can think outside the box.
- Strong communication skills with excellent English, both orally and written; German is a plus.
- Self-starter with ability to solve problems in an independent and successful manner, while supporting team goals/ objectives.
- Pro-actively taking and accepting responsibility for tasks and projects to further progress in your career aspirations.
- Very good knowledge of advanced MS Office, Excel, MS Project, and good understanding of Tableau reporting and analytical tools.
