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Job Description

The EFS Compliance function sits within the Risk Management and Compliance structure and is part of the bank’s second line of defence. The role of EFS Compliance includes: (a) to provide formal assurance within the organisation and externally to regulators and other key stakeholders that EFS is compliant with applicable regulations and legislation, (b) to provide advice and guidance to the Board and Senior Management on key compliance risk issues and, (c) to act as a control and advisory function in the three lines of defence. A core component of this is the provision of oversight and challenge in relation to the bank’s regulated activities. This is achieved, in the main, through the EFS Compliance Programmes.

Reporting to the Compliance Manager - Payments within the EFS Compliance function and working in close collaboration and consultation with other team members, the role holder will contribute to and support the provision of advice, guidance and compliance challenge across all areas of EFS Payment Services. The role holder will be located in the UK (London or Newcastle) where EFS has recently obtained authorisation as a Third Country Branch.

Principal Duties

• Contribute to and support the provision of Subject Matter Expertise to the First Line of Defence (“FLOD”) on the application of relevant local and EU regulation.

• Act as a day-to-day contact point for business line queries.

• Responsible for the execution of activities under the EFS Compliance Programmes, including risk assessments, product reviews, regulatory change implementation and marketing material sign-off

• Build and maintain effective relationships across EFS and its parent

Experience

• 2 – 4 years’ experience in a Risk, Compliance or Audit role within Financial Services is essential, preferably with a credit institution or a payments services provider.

• Knowledge of key compliance and regulatory topics.

• History of practical application of Compliance risk management practices.

• Proven track record of working on own initiative and delivering practical outcomes to a professional standard.

• Project management skills with a strong emphasis on prioritisation, communication and delivery.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Collaborative in approach with strong emphasis on delivery and execution.

• Third level qualification (degree or similar) in a relevant subject (e.g. law, business, finance, etc.); Masters and / or relevant professional qualifications would be an advantage; with a Diploma in Compliance (or similar) beneficial.

U.S. Bank Core actions and behaviours:

• Adapt quickly to changing priorities; create new and better ways for the organisation to be successful

• Help others to continuously improve and achieve results.

• Explore multiple solutions to overcome obstacles.

• Anticipate future needs that may affect the team or organisation

• Search for ways to enhance the customer experience.

• Hold others accountable for meeting customer needs.

• Set high standards of performance for self and team.

• Help others meet commitments, goals and deadlines.

• Achieve results that have a clear, positive and direct impact on the business.

• Meet commitments and persist despite setbacks or obstacles

• Demonstrate our core values through words and actions.

• Treat others with professionalism and respect by honouring agreements and commitments, while managing priorities.

• Create a climate where people are motivated to help the organization achieve its objectives

Competencies

• Is collaborative in approach with strong emphasis on delivery and execution.

• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills.

• Exhibits a positive ‘can do’ attitude with excellent problem-solving skills.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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Benefits :

We offer an exciting, fast-paced and diverse working environment with employees of many different nationalities. We provide benefits to help you protect your health and financial security; and give you peace of mind. We also invest in your career growth with development resources that give you the opportunity to stretch and shine.