Global Compliance Assistant Director

Location: Wrocław / Warszawa

Hybrid model: 2 days office/3 days remote

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The opportunity

EY’s Global Compliance Function has undergone a transformation in response to EY’s All in strategy. A new approach to compliance management and culture, driven by a focus on the legal and regulatory compliances applicable to EY, as well as EY’s own key compliance policies, is the challenge that awaits the successful candidate. Delivering on the vision requires strong coordination between the Compliance Function and Compliance specialist leaders (first line risk owners) together with the need to enhance the capabilities of EY’s second line function – The Global Compliance Function. This opportunity provided to the successful candidate is the chance to play a key role in this journey and be a key contributor to the continued transformation and evolution of compliance at EY.

The role-holder will work with the Global Compliance leadership, as part of the Executive team on the key competencies established under this transformation. The role-holder would support with the development and execution of EY’s global compliance processes and will be part of the Global Delivery Services (GDS) team, reporting directly into the Global Compliance team. The successful delivery of outcomes will require the role-holder to help develop and improve the teams, processes, technology communications and methodologies which form part of the compliance programme. The role will include providing guidance and leadership to the GDS GC team.

Travel will be required on occasion for one-to-one and team meetings.

Your key responsibilities

• Leadership and Strategy: Support GC leadership in the implementation of compliance initiatives, collaborating with senior executives across Member Firms, Functions and Service Lines to mitigate operational risks.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with various teams to enhance compliance testing and evolution of compliance priorities. This will include driving conversations with the Global teams to identify areas for control improvements and/or opportunities to enhance business controls
• Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for identified compliance initiatives, engaging with stakeholders risk and business Leaders to align on goals and strategies.
• Reporting and Analysis: Analyze data to produce management reports and maintain guidance materials related to compliance and risk management.
• Technology and automation: Review and enhance as necessary existing technology and continue to enhance and evolve it to support the compliance initiatives and data management, including leading technology initiatives
• Communications: Work closely with the GDS team to review and continuously enhance communication platforms to the business and review communication templates, both within the team and for the stakeholders
• Operations: Work closely to create efficienices in processes and demonstrate initiate in seeking solutions

Skills and attributes for success

• 5-8 years of proven experience in Compliance, Risk Management, or similar field, preferably within a professional services environment and relevant certifications.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent business writing, communication and presentation skills
• Ability to build strong working relationships across the business and develop a deep understanding of operational needs.
• Professional curiosity and adaptability to navigate a dynamic complioance landscape.
• Knowledge of local and global regulatory frameworks impacting compliance.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools such as PowerBI or similar reporting platforms.
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional and cross-border programs.

What we offer

EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across ten locations – Argentina, China, Hungary, India, the Philippines, Poland, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Spain and the United Kingdom – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.

• 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.

About EY

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