MSS NFR Financial Crime Risk (FCR) Specialist

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HSBC's Markets & Security Services business is one of the largest of its kind in the world. It combines sophisticated 24-hour global coverage with a detailed knowledge of local markets. Products & services are offered through a network of more than 60 countries worldwide.

MSS Non-Financial Risk (NFR) is a function that sits within the Markets and Securities Services (MSS) division of HSBC. The NFR team helps manage and control non-financial risks of the business, including but not limited to operational, compliance, conduct, and product lifecycle risk.

We are currently seeking a professional to join our team at an Associate Director level in the role of Financial Crime Risk (FCR) NFR Specialist.

A High-level overview of the role is: provide a single point of contact for queries across MSS globally, as well as acting as a central stakeholder to front 2LoD, 3LoD and Group and facilitate an efficient and consistent approach to effective management of Non-Financial Risks

The role holder will also ensure the HSBC values are present in everything they do, both individually and as an organisation. This will be achieved by consistently displaying the behaviours of: Dependable and do the right thing, Open to different ideas and cultures, Connected to customers, communities, regulators, and each other.

As an HSBC employee in the UK, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package. This includes private healthcare for all UK-based employees, enhanced maternity and adoption pay and support when you return to work, and a contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution.

In this role you will:

• Work closely with Head Financial Crime Risk (FCR) NFR in supporting the Markets and Securities Services (MSS) business to ensure controls are designed, implemented, and operated on a consistent basis.

• Co-ordinate the implementation of the Group Financial Crime Risk Policies and framework (Anti-Money Laundering, Sanctions, Anti-Tax Evasion, Fraud, Anti-Bribery & Corruption) across MSS asset classes.

• Representing MSS in Group FCR governance to ensure that MSS requirements are considered as part of Group initiatives and the running of the monthly Global MSS Financial Crime Risk Oversight Meeting

• Aspiring to drive efficiencies in monitoring and enhancing the control framework across the MSS asset classes.

• Leading large scale remedial / enhancement activities across MSS.

• Overseeing Global MSS wide MI to enable visibility of how MSS is managing its NFRs.

• Establishing strong relationships across asset classes, regions, FCR risk specialisms and lines of defence.

• Support the business in the documentation of issues and actions, including delivery of globally led remediation activities highlighted by Compliance Assurance or Internal Audit.

To be successful in this role you should meet the following requirements:

• Relevant years of experience in Financial Services / non-financial risk management role.

• Knowledge of the Markets and Securities Services Business and associated FCR (Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Bribery & Corruption, Sanctions, Tax Evasion, Internal/External Fraud) control framework or experience in a business management in a risk/control role.

• Strong problem solving and prioritization skills allowing you to manage conflicting priorities under pressure

• Commercially adept and with a keen eye for detail.

• Strong relationship management and collaboration skills - have experience of managing senior stakeholders and ability to build strong relationships.

• Strong interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to communicate effectively and confidently at all levels including proven ability to articulate issues concisely and in clear language.

• High levels of drive and motivation to ensure delivery of a broad range of outputs simultaneously

This role is based in London

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