Compliance Risk Testing Specialist

4 weeks ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom State Street Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Compliance Risk Testing Specialist to join our team at State Street. As a Compliance Risk Testing Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring that our organization is in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with process walkthroughs and design monitoring and testing activities for areas deemed to be of higher focus within a particular Compliance Risk.
  • Leverage the division's methodology to independently identify and evaluate risk, determine control objectives and verify the extent to which State Street is meeting regulatory requirements.
  • Obtain and analyze evidentiary data as a basis for drafting an informed, objective opinion as to the adequacy and effectiveness of business controls or whether a regulatory obligation has been breached.
  • Maintain thorough and well-organized workpapers to support the work executed, including evidence of exceptions identified.
  • Contribute to drafting Executive Result Summaries in accordance with internal standards to clearly communicate results, risks, and key issues.

Requirements

  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks and work independently in an international team across multiple locations with global stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to evaluate detailed business data and test results with healthy skepticism and an understanding of when and how to challenge.
  • Inclusive mindsets that recognize the value of building relationships across a diverse global team and demonstrate an ability to work across cultures with adaptability and flexibility.
  • Enthusiasm for learning and an aptitude to learn quickly, and the motivation to use thought leadership to continue to grow the Compliance Risk Testing Team.

What We Offer

State Street offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, prescription drug, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, dental, vision, employee-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance, employee-paid long-term disability, critical illness insurance, accident insurance & hospital indemnity insurance, business travel accident insurance, short-term disability, identity theft protection, legal benefits, BeWell Programme, paid time off, and employee assistance program.

About State Street

State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers, and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading, and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow

We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance, and savings plans, among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility

We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs, and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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