CIB, HBUS Risk and Compliance GPS, VP

HSBC • New York, NY

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About The Position

In compliance with applicable laws, HSBC is committed to employing only those who are authorized to work in the US. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. as HSBC will not engage in immigration sponsorship for this position.
This position, reporting into the Head of HBUS GPS (Global Payment Services) & GTS (Global Trade Services) Regulatory Compliance, plays a key role in ensuring that US GPS is effective in identifying, managing and mitigating Regulatory Compliance risks and ensure timely advice is provided to the GPS business.
The Regulatory Compliance function is a Second line of defence (LOD) function that includes Risk Stewards who are independent of the commercial risk-taking activities undertaken by the Group’s businesses (also referred to as “the First LOD”). These Risk Stewards are responsible for reviewing and challenging the activities of the the First LOD to ensure that, as Risk Owners, they effectively manage the regulatory compliance risks inherent in, or arising from, the conduct of their activities and for which they are responsible. The Regulatory Compliance function operates in accordance with HSBC Group’s Risk Management Framework (RMF).
The individual will play a key role in providing advice, and challenge to the GPS business based on thorough understanding of key trends, opportunities and threats impacting the Regulatory Compliance function. The role requires strong partnership with the GPS business to drive and accelerate the execution of Regulatory Compliance programmes that directly impact business performance. This role will significantly contribute to the implementation of policies into the GPS business and as such it will require close collaboration with various Risk and GPS business functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree require; advanced degree or certification (JD, MBA, CRCM, CAMS) preferred
• Strong experience in financial services compliance, ideally in payments, digital banking or digital asset businesses
• Strong working knowledge of OCC and FDIC rules, including guidance on third party-risk management, UDAAP, Reg R, Reg CC, customer protection, deposit operations and supervisory expectations for innovative banking activities
• Ability to interpret complex regulations and communicate practical, business aligned guidance
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal and communications sills, with proven ability to influence stakeholder and operate in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting digital platforms and/or fintech integrations, with familiarity in blockchain or digital asset product is a plus

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the provision advisory services to GPS in order to support clear understanding of Regulatory compliance risk exposure with respect to clients, transactions, and products. Assist senior management decision making and meeting their strategic objectives
• Maintain an effective control framework and to ensure compliance with all relevant external laws & regulations, internal codes and policies and good market practices
• Foster a strong risk and control and compliance culture, including ensuring adequate management focus and demonstrative “tone from the top” and proactive risk management
• Strengthen GPS knowledge of risk and compliance management by incorporating risk and compliance considerations in all activities undertaken to protect and enable the business’ activities through a robust risk management understanding
• Act in accordance with HSBC’s purpose and values, being cognisant of all applicable local legal, fiscal, regulatory and shareholder requirements as they relate to the Regulatory Compliance sub- function and the operations of HSBC
• Champion a culture that prioritises the fair treatment of all customers, including particular attention to those who are vulnerable or have changing needs, whilst also ensuring that governance, processes and systems support staff to meet the needs of all customers

Benefits

• As an HSBC employee, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities to ensure you have the right skills for today and tomorrow.
• We offer a competitive pay and benefits package including a robust Wellness Hub, all in a welcoming and inclusive work environment.
• You will be empowered to drive HSBC’s engagement with the communities we serve through an industry-leading volunteerism policy, a generous matching gift program, and a comprehensive program of immersive Sustainability and Climate Change Initiatives.
• You’ll want to join our Employee Resource Groups as they play a central part in life at HSBC, including the development of our employees and networking inside and outside of HSBC.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees