SMBC Group · 13 hours ago
Head of Compliance Culture
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$208K/yr - $240K/yr
15+ years expSMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group offering a diverse range of financial services. The Head of Compliance Culture will oversee and lead the firm’s Culture of Compliance program, managing communication, awareness, and training to reinforce the commitment to integrity and alignment with cultural expectations.
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Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of the centralized culture of compliance program, including the creation and maintenance of the communication, awareness, and training program
Implement communication and awareness campaigns to enhance employee engagement around culture initiatives
Design training programs to embed the firm’s cultural values across the organization, focusing on the importance of SMBC’s Five Values, as the foundation of behaviors expected of all employees
Administer the annual Ethics and Culture survey to understand employee perceptions about our culture and ethical business practices
Lead and organize large scale events to celebrate Compliance-led Culture efforts to reinforce the firm’s culture of compliance
Partner with business heads and risk functions to enhance awareness of culture trends and themes, providing strategic advice and insights on maintaining and strengthening the firms culture of compliance
Foster strong relationships with compliance teams, business lines, and key support functions such as Legal, HR, and Risk Management to drive alignment and ensure informed decision-making
Stay current with regulatory expectations related to compliance culture and industry developments, to inform and continuously improve the Culture of Compliance program
Champion the implementation of the culture training strategy, promoting an inclusive and ethical work environment that aligns with the firm’s cultural values
Qualification
Required
A college degree is required; an advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., Law, Business, Finance) is preferred
Minimum of 15 years of experience in compliance, risk management, human resources or project management within the financial services industry, with significant experience in a leadership role
Strong project management and organizational skills to plan and lead a robust annual Culture of Compliance program
Significant experience with leading and developing training and awareness campaigns, employee surveys and managing large scale internal events
Strong knowledge of regulatory expectations and industry standards applicable to culture within a large international bank
Proven track record of developing and implementing culture programs and strategies
Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with senior executives, business unit leaders, and cross-functional teams
Strong analytical skills, including the ability to leverage data analytics to inform decision-making and develop culture related insights
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with experience presenting to senior management and regulatory bodies
Demonstrated expertise in fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion
Preferred
An advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., Law, Business, Finance) is preferred
Relevant certifications (e.g., CAMS, CRCM) are a plus
Benefits
Annual discretionary incentive award
Competitive portfolio of benefits
Company
SMBC Group
SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group.
10001+ employees
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