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Within the professional services environment, the application of risk management procedures is fundamental to the successful delivery of our client services and promotion of our brand. Risk management encompasses the processes we have in place to support service quality, contain the threat of litigation and limit damage to our reputation. The Global Risk Management team is responsible for the creation and monitoring of financial crime controls which are proportionate and effective to address the risks. Financial Crime covers risks related to money laundering, bribery and corruption, economic and trade sanctions and insider trading.

The opportunity

We are currently seeking two Senior Associates to join the Global Risk Management team – although roles will be interchangeable between the two teams, one candidate will be aligned to the Global Compliance Team, the other to the Global Financial Crime team. Both teams currently report to the same person. The roles also offer the successful candidate the opportunity to work with senior members of the Compliance and Financial Crime teams as well as members of the Risk Management executive more broadly to increase visibility and awareness of EY’s compliance programs throughout the business. This a permanent position and is not dependant on the candidate being based in a specific location or region. Travel will be required on occasion for one-to-one and team meetings and will require flexibility to accommodate meetings within the global time zones in which Risk Management operates.

Your key responsibilities

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  Work alongside senior members of the Global Compliance team on engagement compliance testing and financial crime matters covering anti-money laundering, anti-bribery and corruption, sanctions and insider trading
• Contribute to the design of controls and their testing through the global monitoring programme
• Support the Financial Crime SMRs to test existing technology deployed to combat financial crime, test updates to existing tools and support with the validation new technology
• Provide guidance and consultation to Engagement Teams in relation to client engagement acceptance and continuance decisions
• Manage various platforms used for Compliance Monitoring matters and support of the Enterprise Risk Management process
• Run training sessions on behalf of Global Risk Management
• Analyse data to produce management reports using appropriate tools
• Maintain guidance and training material relating to anti-money laundering, anti-bribery and corruption, sanctions and insider trading
• Drafting key process manuals for review by senior members of Global Risk Management

Skills and attributes for success

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  Ability to work in a busy, deadline driven environment and meet commitments
• Ability to build strong working relationships across the business and develop an excellent understanding of their business
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Confidence in dealing with senior executives and challenging situations
• Quick learner and keen to learn new team management platforms
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent business writing, communication and presentation skills

To qualify for the role, you must have

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  Experience of financial crime regulatory or compliance work, preferably from a professional services firm
• English language skills - excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong analytical skills

Ideally, you’ll also have

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  Prior experience in Risk Management / Compliance
• A recognised qualification in Financial Crime
• A strong appreciation of global and regional nuances and its impact on key compliance matters
• Knowledge of PowerBI or similar reporting tools

What we look for

We are looking for experienced, high energy individuals who embrace change and innovation in order to ensure that we can continue to deliver world-class Risk Management initiatives in an ever-changing environment.

What we offer

As part of this role, you'll work in a highly integrated, global team with the opportunity and tools to grow, develop and drive your career forward. Here, you can combine global opportunity with flexible working. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond too, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Your recruiter can talk to you about the benefits available in your country. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

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  Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

Please apply to this role only through the ‘Apply’ link (not through the local office). Your application will then be routed to the appropriate recruiting team.

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