An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Regulatory Oversight / Risk and Control Specialist to join a global financial institution, supporting enterprise-wide compliance with key market abuse regulations. This role sits within the first line of defence in the Markets business and plays a pivotal part in overseeing critical regulatory frameworks including:
* UK/EU Market Abuse Regulation (MAR)
* US SEC Rule 10b-5 (Manipulative or Deceptive Practices)
* US Code 78o(g) (Material Non-Public Information)
Key Responsibilities
* Drive strategic compliance initiatives across market abuse regulations.
* Lead remediation efforts on market manipulation, insider trading, and securities fraud.
* Oversee risk assessment and mapping aligned with RCSA methodology.
* Develop and monitor risk metrics for complex business environments.
* Strengthen and enhance control frameworks to meet regulatory standards.
* Provide expert advisory to business units on market abuse compliance.
* Support governance forums with reporting, insights, and remediation tracking.
Essential criteria
* Strong background in regulatory, compliance, or risk & control roles within large financial institutions.
* Experience in one or more business units such as Markets, Banking, Wealth, or Services.
* Deep understanding of market abuse risks and controls, including trade surveillance and information barriers.
* Skilled in risk management practices and control design.
This role will require you to work 3 days per week in the Belfast office so candidates within Northern Ireland will be given preference and we would not consider someone relocating for this role.
Although the role is initially for a 11-month period there is a high possibility of extension. If you're interested in this role, please forward an up-to-date copy of your CV If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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