Opportunity

Head of EMEA Compliance Monitoring, Global Bank

London, hybrid working

Lead the team that keeps compliance sharp across EMEA. Shape the future of monitoring.

We’re seeking a senior Compliance professional to head our banking client’s EMEA Monitoring team, driving a robust, risk-focused compliance programme across London, Europe, and the Middle East. This is a high-visibility role for someone with strong leadership experience, regulatory expertise, and a strategic mindset.

Why this role stands out

  • Lead a team of ~10 compliance specialists across EMEA

  • Shape the monitoring programme—from planning to execution and reporting

  • Influence compliance across multiple jurisdictions and lines of business

  • Direct reporting line to the Regional Chief Compliance Officer and collaboration with Head Office

  • Occasional travel to key offices in Amsterdam, Dubai, and beyond

Key responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver the annual compliance and thematic monitoring programme

  • Conduct and oversee business and regulatory reviews, including AML, sanctions, and markets compliance

  • Identify, assess, and report on key compliance risks

  • Review and enhance monitoring methodologies and procedures

  • Mentor and develop team members, fostering team cohesion and high performance

  • Present findings to senior management and board committees, driving actionable insights

  • Build strong relationships with business units, control functions, and colleagues across EMEA

What you bring

  • Strong background in investment or commercial banking compliance, audit, or consultancy

  • Deep knowledge of UK/EU regulatory regimes and internal control structures

  • Proven managerial experience with the ability to inspire and develop staff

  • Excellent communication, influencing, and presentation skills

  • Strategic thinker with a collaborative, pragmatic approach to compliance

This is a rare opportunity to lead, shape, and influence EMEA-wide compliance monitoring at a senior level, while working closely with global stakeholders.

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