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About Us
We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy.
About Us
We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy.
We’re unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value – a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We’re always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.
We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy.
We’re unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value – a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We’re always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.
Join Swift’s Compliance team
Swift strives to operate in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and Swift’s Compliance team has the mission to make that happen. The Compliance department has recently launched a major governance and regulatory change programme. As a result our team is expanding and we are looking for experienced and enthusiastic regulatory change professionals to guide us through the evolving landscape. This senior position offers a unique opportunity to help shape and embed regulatory approaches that are fit for purpose, robust, and scalable across the organisation, ensuring they are fully integrated into governance, decision making and business processes.
What To Expect
In this role, you will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of strategies to ensure compliance with current and upcoming regulations, as well as leading change initiatives to adapt to these changes. You will play a crucial role in influencing stakeholders and shaping the organisation’s approach to regulatory matters. You will act as a strategic partner to the business ensuring that the organisation can navigate the complexities of the regulatory environment while achieving its objectives.
Your responsibilities will also include:
* Developing and Implementing Regulatory Strategies. Understanding the impact of new regulations, creating compliance roadmaps and ensuring the organisation’s approach and policies are adapted.
* Leading change management. Managing the implementation of changes required by new regulations which may involve systems, processes, training and decision making.
* Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including senior management and influencing their understanding and support for compliance efforts.
* Regulatory Intelligence. Staying informed about emerging regulatory trends, potential future changes and industry best practices.
* Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals—like you—with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone's voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.
If you believe you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us to request accommodation.
Don't meet every single requirement? At Swift, we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team, so if you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, international environment and want to make an impact in a high-visibility role, we’d love to hear from you.
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Additional language(s) Experience working in or with the financial sector
What will make you successful?
We are seeking professionals with:
* 10+ years of relevant experience in financial institutions, regulatory oversight, risk management, or similar roles.
* Proven leadership experience with the ability manage cross-functional teams and drive strategic initiatives
* Proven experience in managing relationships with regulatory bodies and senior stakeholders
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
* Strategic thinking and strong problem-solving skills with a pragmatic approach to compliance challenges
* Change management expertise, with experience of leading and implementing organizational change initiatives
* High integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information Inclusive, collaborative, delivery-focused
* Excellent communication (written and oral) and presentation skills. Professional English language skills.
What We Offer
We put you in control of career
We give you a competitive package
We help you perform at your best
We help you make a difference
We give you the freedom to be yourself
We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals – like you – with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone’s voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.
If you believe you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us to request accommodation.
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Swift, we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team, so if you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Business Development and Sales
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