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Saxo provides the leading online trading platform, connecting investors and traders to global financial markets. Ultimately everything we do is focused on getting curious people invested in the world. We give our clients more opportunities to maximise their wealth.
About the job
We are looking for a Compliance Manager to head up the UK Compliance team, operating in the UK statutory entity in London, reporting to the Group Head of Compliance in Copenhagen. Group Compliance is an important function in the Group, and the UK Head of Compliance will need to ensure the compliance needs of the Group and the local business are properly met. The position has a place in the local Management Team and the Group Compliance Management team.
Responsibilities
- You determine the direction of the Compliance team in the UK and manage the team in collaboration with the broader Saxo Compliance team
- You will hold SM16 & 17 and are responsible for the relevant reports and communication towards the local regulators on compliance matters
- You oversee the planning and execution on all possible compliance topics included in Compliance activity plans, including reporting, advising, monitoring etc
- You have HR responsibilities (people management) for the UK Compliance team
Your Profile
You bring a comprehensive background in compliance, risk, and control, with a minimum of 10 years of experience in finance or financial markets. Your expertise includes a deep understanding of European and UK financial services compliance laws and regulations, as well as hands-on experience in dealing with financial services regulators. You possess a broad knowledge of various compliance risk areas and have demonstrated strong stakeholder engagement skills, fostering collaboration with both the wider Compliance team and the local business.
You aspire to become a leader and, while it is not necessary to have led teams before, you can provide instances where you have showcased your leadership skills. Your strong sense of independence ensures that Compliance meets the requirements set out in local and other regulations.
This is a chance to have a wide scope of responsibility including managing a small team and contributing to and influencing the direction of the Group Compliance function as well as serving on the UK leadership team.
We conduct interviews on an ongoing basis and hire when we have found the right employees.
We get curious people invested in the world
When you work at Saxo, you become a Saxonian and part of a purpose-driven organisation, where good ideas are always taken seriously, and where you can make a true impact. We are invested in your development, and you can expect a robust career from day one when you join Saxo – no matter which role you take on.
You will join 2,500 other ambitious colleagues across 15 countries and become part of an international organisation. Working in Saxo, you will get to meet colleagues from many different cultures and backgrounds, and you should know that we value diversity and inclusion and see it as a genuine source of strength to drive growth, foster innovation and position us for long-term success.
We encourage an open feedback culture and supportive team environments enabling employees to grow and fulfil their career aspirations.
When you bring passion, curiosity, drive and team spirit, your learning journey will be dynamic and your career opportunities in Saxo will be immense.
At Saxo we don’t just offer a job – we offer an opportunity to invest in your future!
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