About the Position

Вакансія: Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) - Директор департаменту комплаєнсу

We are seeking a Chief Compliance Officer with extensive experience in the banking sector to lead our compliance department in Kyiv, Ukraine.

Qualifications and Professional Experience

Education: Higher education (Master's, Specialist) in law, economics, finance, or banking. International certificates in compliance (e.g., ICA, ACAMS) are a significant advantage.
Banking Sector Experience: At least 5 years of experience in the banking system or financial sector in compliance, legal support, risk management, or internal audit departments.
Leadership Experience: At least 3 years of experience in leadership positions in compliance or control in banks.
NABU Approval: Full compliance with the strict criteria of the NBU regarding professional suitability and impeccable business reputation for the Chief Compliance Manager of the bank (passing testing and interview at the NBU).

Regulatory Field and Compliance Standards: In-depth knowledge of the Law of Ukraine "On Banks and Banking Activities," NBU Resolution No. 64, legislation on the prevention and countering the legalization (laundering) of income (ML/TF), anti-corruption legislation, and corporate governance code.
Second Line of Defense Methodology: Excellent understanding of the principles of building an internal control system in a bank, the methodology for assessing compliance risks, developing and monitoring key compliance risk indicators (KCIs).
Conflict of Interest Management and Ethics: Experience in developing and implementing a Code of Ethics (Behavior), Conflict of Interest Management Policy, Whistleblowing Policy, and conducting internal investigations.
Sanctions Compliance and FATCA/CRS: Understanding of procedures for compliance with sanctions regimes (UNSC, OFAC, EU, etc.) and international standards of tax transparency.
Consumer Rights Protection and Personal Data Protection: Knowledge of requirements for transparency of banking products and protection of personal data of clients and employees.

Organization and overall management of the compliance function in the Bank as an independent unit.
Development, updating, and control of the implementation of the Compliance Risk Management Policy and other relevant internal regulatory documents.
Continuous identification and assessment of compliance risks inherent in the Bank's activities (especially when implementing new products, such as remote account opening, or changes in treasury/investment processes).
Ensuring independent reporting directly to the Supervisory Board and the Bank's Management Board regarding the level of compliance risk and measures taken to minimize it.
Monitoring compliance with the Bank's terms and obligations to external stakeholders and partners.
Coordination of interaction with the National Bank of Ukraine and other regulatory authorities during compliance audits and inquiries.

Principledness and Independence: Ability to maintain objectivity, defend professional positions, and make difficult decisions independently of pressure from business units.
Analytical Mindset: Ability to systematically analyze changes in legislation, assess their impact on the Bank's operational processes, and promptly transform requirements into clear internal procedures.
High Ethical Standards: Impeccable personal and business reputation, corresponding to the highest standards of transparency and integrity.
Diplomacy and Communication Skills: Ability to build constructive dialogue with the Supervisory Board, regulators, and act as a consultant for Bank employees on compliance culture issues.
Language Skills: Fluent Ukrainian. English proficiency at Upper-Intermediate / Advanced level (for analyzing international regulatory trends and reporting to foreign members of the Supervisory Board).

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