Compliance Operations Specialist

Who we are:

For over 50 years, we have worked closely with investment and asset managers to become the world’s leading provider of integrated investment management solutions. We are 3,000+ colleagues with a broad range of nationalities, educations, professional experiences, ages, and backgrounds. 

SimCorp is an independent subsidiary of the Deutsche Börse Group. Following the recent merger with Axioma, we leverage the combined strength of our brands to provide an industry-leading, full, front-to-back offering for our clients. 

As a global provider of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) investment management solutions, SimCorp supports clients 24/7 through delivery centers around the world. Our Global Delivery Centers are located in Manila in the Philippines, Noida in India, Kyiv in Ukraine, Warsaw in Poland, and in Mexico City, Mexico.

SimCorp is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to building a culture where diverse perspectives and expertise are integrated into our everyday work. We believe in the continual growth and development of our employees, so that we can provide best-in-class solutions to our clients

While aiming to deliver client value, we believe it is vital to consider our people and our planet in every business decision we make. Acting responsibly is not optional. It is essential.

Why this role is important to us:

As a global company with an organisation spanning multiple countries, and customers in the financial sector, compliance is essential to all the work we do in SimCorp. SimCorp is currently undergoing a process to further mature our compliance set-up, which brings more complex tasks across topics such as AML, sanctions, data privacy and market abuse.

As our new Compliance Operations Specialist, you will be working in Manila as part of our global Group Compliance team. The team is responsible for providing 2nd Line of Defence Compliance advice on a broad range of topics. The Compliance team focuses on developing and maintaining a robust framework for compliance in general with a firm focus on regulatory compliance and assisting the organisation stay compliant with applicable laws and regulations. In particular this role will be working with our employees’ compliance with Market Abuse, Conflict of Interest and Anti-bribery requirements and SimCorp policies on these topics.

Compliance in a global organization

As our new Compliance Operations Speciali, you will work closely together with the existing Compliance team to develop, implement and oversee our compliance framework. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide guidance to employees at all levels to ensure the organization stay compliant.

This role also offers a great opportunity to contribute to your own role based on your experience and interests within compliance.

What you will be responsible for:

• Assisting with risk assessments to identify compliance risks across various business functions, jurisdictions and legislations
• Collaborate closely together with internal stakeholders and the rest of Group Compliance to shape our compliance framework to the business
• Participate in activities to regularly monitor compliance activities across the organisation, and assess their effectiveness
• Maintain accurate records of compliance activities
• Monitor completion of employee compliance requirements throughout the organisation
• Create planned and ad-hoc reporting and provide information on compliance topics and initiatives to various internal and external stakeholders
• Contribute to the upkeep of repositories of laws and regulations and their applicability to SimCorp’s activities

What we value:

• Have a degree in law or areas within auditing or risk
• With a minimum of two to three years of experience in compliance within a global setting. Experience as in-house counsel is nice to have
• Have experience with relevant compliance topics, such as market abuse, sanctions, conflict of interest, etc. – and are curious to learn about those topics, you might be less familiar with
• Have good analytical skills with attention to details
• Have advanced English communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Have a good understanding of complex compliance cases and are able to balance the need for sound business advice with the need for maintaining a high standard of advice
• Solid interpersonal skills and an excellent sense of humor.
• Amenable to work in EMEA time zone (3PM to 12AM PHT or 4PM to 1AM PHT)

Benefits

An attractive salary, bonus scheme, and pension are essential for any work agreement. However, in SimCorp, we believe we can offer more. Therefore, in addition to the traditional benefit scheme, we provide a good work & life balance and opportunities for professional development: there is never just only one route - we offer an individual approach to professional development to support the direction you want to take. Visit our career pages to learn more about working at SimCorp: www.simcorp.com/career

Since SimCorp operates in 20+ offices worldwide, the benefits package may vary from country to country.

Next steps

Please click the “Apply” button to learn more about the vacancy and what SimCorp has to offer regarding salary, benefits, and perks. Please note only applications sent through our system will be processed. Applications are continuously assessed, so please send your CV in English as soon as possible.

If you are interested in being part of SimCorp but are not sure this opportunity is a suitable role, submit your CV anyway. SimCorp is on an exciting growth journey, and our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to assist you discover the right role for you. The approximate time to consider your CV is three weeks.

We are eager to continually improve our talent acquisition process and make everyone’s experience positive and valuable. Therefore, during the process we will ask you to provide your feedback, which is highly appreciated.

By Joining our team, you will have the chance to:

• Become part of a thriving company comprising collaborative, curious, courageous, and capable employees
• Explore a multitude of exciting learning and development opportunities, supported by our unique learning guild
• Engage with highly skilled and creative colleagues, each bringing their diverse backgrounds and perspectives
• Join a company that not only values but actively advocates for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, promoting a truly inclusive and empowering environment

**SimCorp proudly announces the official certification of its Manila Delivery Center as a Great Place To Work, a remarkable achievement within just two and a half years of operations. This certification which was acquired in November 2023, underscores SimCorp's commitment to nurturing a workplace that is not only inclusive and collaborative but also committed to the personal and professional growth of its employees.**

**We are also honored to have been voted as a WealthTech100 company for three consecutive years. The new WealthTech100 list aims to highlight tech innovation leaders in the investment management industry.**

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