CRD Compliance Business Analyst, hybrid, Officer

Your new team

The position is available within State Street’s department entirely dedicated to supporting Charles River Development (CRD). The company functions as part of State Street group and provides  end-to-end solutions to automate front and middle office investment management functions across asset classes on a single platform. Delivered as a hosted service, the solution improves data quality and investment professional productivity, controls risk and lowers technology costs. Charles River serves more than 350 investment firms in over 40 countries in the institutional asset and fund management, private wealth, alternative investments, insurance, banking, and pension markets.

In 2016, CRD established a Compliance Services CS in the EMEA region in response to demand from clients. The aim of establishing Compliance Services in this region was to be consistent with the continuing investment to ensure that CRD is recognized as the leading provider of solutions in compliance and regulation for buy-side asset managers, pension funds, insurers and wealth managers. With the CS team firmly established in EMEA, the Service has become global in nature, providing a service to our clients around-the-clock.

Who we are looking for

Leading Business Analyst in the area of Investment Compliance regulation, implementations and product design under Charles River Development Operations.

Your new role

You will be a leading Compliance Business Analyst responsible for the monitoring of existing and new regulations applicable for Investment Compliance area in order to develop, maintain and deliver to clients a complete set of LawCards (LawCard, being a set of regulatory rules written  CRIMS for a given country) together with available interpretations and post implementation support.

As a Senior Compliance Business Analyst – LawCards, Officer you will:

• Perform research and analysis of local and global regulations within the funds industry (e.g. UCITS, AFIMD, 1940 act) as well as technical requests from our clients
• Produce new LawCards or update existing LawCards (Rule writing, Testing, Documentation in the LawCard Portal and within client environments)
• Be responsible for LawCardTM as State Street product
• Support implementation of new asset classes, attributes, compliance rules etc.
• Support, Bug fixing, Customer Hotline Concepts (Liquidity Risk Monitoring, Net Short Position, CDS and or any new topic related to monitoring of investments by fund managers)
• Participate in events / presentations (Visiting external events)
• Prepare and execute LawCard Events organized for clients
• Assist Professional Service Team and Lead or support of various projects
• Visit customers personally on an ad-hoc basis
• Perform sales and presales activities as needed
• Maintain contact to regulators and industry associations (e.g. ESMA, FCA, SEC, EFAMA)

What we value

Desired experience and qualifications:

• in-depth knowledge about financial instruments and markets including understanding of regulations like UCITS, AIFMD, 1940 Act and similar
• At least 5 years of experience in roles related to finance or investment compliance, regulatory reporting, including investment compliance implementation process; exposure to regulatory concerns would be a plus
• Good understanding of different financial instruments and mechanisms driving fund industry
• Analytical mind, allowing candidate to understand existing and new regulations (i.e. UCITS) and translate it into system language
• Experience in Investment Compliance would be a plus
• CFA Certification, FRM Financial Risk Manager or CRM Certified Risk Manager certification would be a strong asset
• Excellent computer skills including knowledge of Excel spreadsheets and database applications
• Knowledge of SQL is a plus

Skills and competencies needed to succeed in the role

• Good client relationship management skills
• Ability to work independently and take responsibility for assigned tasks
• Fluency in English required, German or French knowledge is a plus
• Excellent communication skills; ability to adjust communication style to targeted audience
• Accuracy and ability to work with deadlines
• Ability to prioritize, pay attention to details and understand customer requirements
• Ability to establish and maintain professional contacts and relationships within the company
• Eagerness and ability to discover / learn new applications
• Flexibility, accuracy, time management
• Understanding need of change
• Attitude that supports and rewards innovations

We offer

• Permanent contract of employment from day one
• Additional holidays (Birthday Day Off, 3rd and 5th year anniversary Day Off)
• Gold medical package for employees and their families (partner and children)
• Premium life insurance package and private pension plan
• Employee savings plan
• Multisport Card
• Wide range of soft skills training, technical workshops, language classes and development programs
• Opportunities to volunteer your time to company-driven initiatives, employee networks or organizations of your choice
• Variety of well-being programs
• Technical or leadership career pathway

Are you the right candidate? Yes!

We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don’t necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.

About State Street

What we do. 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 in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Program 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 perspective 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 the 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 program 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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