Business Controls Specialist

Tasks

• Perform daily and periodic monitoring checks as part of the first line of defense, including the review and investigation of alerts
• Liaise with Sales and other stakeholders to clarify alerts or transactions
• Implement appropriate corrective actions for individual cases in accordance with established procedures, ensuring timely and accurate resolution
• Support the implementation and testing of new or enhanced controls, including the preparation of control procedures, the execution of pilot tests, and the documentation of control steps
• Maintain accurate records of control implementation and corrective actions to support tracking, reporting, and documentation requirements
• Focus on the execution of case-level controls, supporting the Head in trend analysis and framework improvements
• Escalate issues that indicate recurring patterns or higher risks to the Head of Business Controls
• Provide support to the Head of Business Controls in preparing materials and presentations for senior management and key stakeholders, such as Risk and Compliance, and serve as a backup when needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field
• 3–5 years of professional experience in the financial services industry; preferably in compliance, process management, or operational risk management/internal audit
• Basic knowledge of the structured products market
• Familiarity with risk management frameworks and operational control concepts
• Fluent in English and German

Nice to Have

• Strong analytical and investigative problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively collaborate with business stakeholders to resolve issues and improve risk management practices
• Project management, organizational, and reporting skills
• Willingness to develop expertise in Governance, Risk, and Control (GRC) systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A proactive approach to identifying issues and supporting process improvements
• Experience preparing or delivering presentations to senior stakeholders

We offer

• Experience the dynamic environment of a leading fintech company
• Learn about the world of structured products
• Insight opportunities across all departments to understand and build expertise in the mechanics of the structured investment product value chain