Director, CFCR Advisory, CIB Client Coverage

Job Summary

This pivotal role as Director, CFCR Advisory within the Corporate and Institutional Banking (CIB) Client Coverage team, is focused on delivering expert financial crime and regulatory conduct risk (CFCR) advisory specifically related to Fin Tech and Digital Assets client onboarding across Middle East and Pakistan (MEP), Africa, Europe, and the Americas (EA).

The successful candidate will be instrumental in advancing the bank's strategic objectives by safeguarding against financial crime risks, ensuring compliance with evolving regulations, and protecting Standard Chartered’s reputable position in the global financial services market.

Collaboration across functions and geographies is essential, fostering trust-based relationships with Business and Compliance partners, ensuring proactive risk mitigation and the seamless integration of enhanced compliance frameworks throughout the client onboarding processes.

This role demands a keen understanding of the CIB Corporate Strategy as it relates to Fin Tech and Digital Assets.
The incumbent will be expected to lead robust assessments of complex client and transaction risks, adapting to ever-changing market practices and regulatory landscapes, particularly in key jurisdictions such as the UAE.

• Lead and provide specialized CFCR advisory for onboarding of Fin Tech and Digital Asset client relationships, ensuring all compliance risks are rigorously assessed and managed in close collaboration with Country CFCR advisory.
• Partner effectively with compliance teams to conduct comprehensive client reviews for new and existing relationships, facilitating thorough due diligence processes and clear documentation of associated risk exposures.
• Advocate for continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance client onboarding procedures, streamlining controls without compromising regulatory standards.
• Promptly elevate identified risks or issues through appropriate governance channels, utilizing established Quality Assurance frameworks to safeguard operational integrity.
• Support the development and maintenance of effective control environments by working closely with CFCR advisory teams and the broader organization, aiming to uphold robust governance standards.
• Champion a culture of compliance and integrity by role-modelling Standard Chartered’s values, sharing expertise and lessons learned across global teams, and contributing to targeted training programs aimed at capability building within CIB Client Coverage.

• Strategic Business Acumen: A deep understanding of financial services, Fin Tech and Digital Assets sectors, with the ability to align compliance objectives to broader business strategies.
• Regulatory Expertise: Proven experience providing advisory on conduct risk, financial crime prevention, and regulatory compliance within fast-evolving markets and innovative digital sectors.
• Risk Analysis and Management: Proficient in identifying, evaluating, and mitigating CFCR risks associated with complex client portfolios, including enhanced due diligence on payment flows.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Skilled in fostering strong partnerships across business, compliance, and risk teams to facilitate cohesive risk management actions.
• Communication & Influence: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to provide clear guidance, constructive challenge, and facilitate training initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background supplemented by significant professional experience, including but not limited to:

• University degree or a professional qualification relevant to finance, law, compliance, or related disciplines.
• Extensive experience working in Financial Institutions or Fin Tech businesses, with a specific focus on Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) or compliance functions supporting payment services involving Fin Tech, Digital Assets, or Correspondent Banking.
• Demonstrable expertise in managing FCC and compliance risks, particularly with entities operating in the UAE and multiple regulatory jurisdictions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of global and regional regulatory environments…