Team Head - Products & Services Compliance

About the job

The position of Team Head – Products & Services Compliance plays an important role within the compliance function at Bank Julius Baer Europe (BJBE). The Team Head reports to the Head of Regulatory and Product & Services Compliance and is responsible for ensuring the bank’s integrity and regulatory compliance.

Your challenge

The challenge involves the following aspects:

• Leadership, mentoring, and development of a high-performing compliance team focused on product and service monitoring.
• Ensuring full compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and supervisory expectations across all JBJE entities.
• Assuming "second line of defense" responsibilities through independent, objective evaluation and scrutiny of front-line functions.

Regulatory advice and business partnership

Regulatory consulting and business partnerships include:

• Serving as a trusted advisor to business units, the legal department, risk management, and product development regarding the compliance implications of current and new regulations.
• Proactively assessing the impact of evolving regulatory landscapes and translating that into actionable guidelines and control enhancements.
• Strategic contributions to cross-functional projects involving new product launches, market expansions, or system implementations that require compliance integration.

Compliance framework and controls

The compliance framework and controls include:

• Development, implementation, and continuous improvement of a risk-based compliance monitoring framework that aligns with Group standards and local regulatory expectations.
• Monitoring the implementation of the annual compliance control plan to ensure timely delivery and effective escalation of findings.
• Coordinate corrective actions in collaboration with key stakeholders and monitor progress toward a resolution.
• Compilation of comprehensive periodic and ad hoc reports for BJBE senior management, the Head of Regulatory and Product & Services Compliance, the Chief Compliance Officer, and Group Compliance.

Stakeholder engagement and regulatory interface

Stakeholder engagement and the regulatory interface include:

• Representing the Compliance function on key internal committees at the BJBE and Group levels to contribute to company-wide risk discussions and the formulation of policies.
• Coordinate responses to regulatory inquiries and internal and external audit requests to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness.

Technical skills

Technical skills include:

• In-depth knowledge of MiFID II, anti-fraud mechanisms, and tax compliance protocols.
• Proficiency in using data analysis tools to identify patterns, support risk assessments, and improve monitoring efficiency.
• A keen eye for detail, combined with a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset.

Personal Attributes

Personal attributes include:

• Strong F