Regulatory Developments Pillar Lead, UK Regulatory Compliance (Dir) in City of London

Responsibilities

• Regulatory Expertise & Interpretation: Provide expert interpretation of existing and emerging UK regulatory obligations relevant to UK Wholesale Banking (UK WSB) Compliance, and assess their practical impact on UK WSB entities and their Business/Service Units.
• Governance & Control Frameworks: Contribute to the development, maintenance, and implementation of governance and control frameworks that ensure regulatory compliance across UK WSB entities.
• Regulatory Horizon Scanning & Impact Analysis: Lead horizon scanning for UK regulatory developments, communicate recommended actions, and collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and other stakeholders to conduct deep-dive impact assessments and support implementation initiatives.
• Training Governance: Manage the governance and delivery of the UK WSB Compliance Training Roadmap, including mandatory and bespoke training modules aligned with regulatory developments.
• Strategic Contribution & Collaboration: Work closely with the Head of UK Regulatory Compliance and other Pillar Leads to ensure alignment of team strategy and work plans, and contribute to broader team deliverables beyond core expertise when needed.
• Internal Advisory & Support: Provide input, advice, and support to internal stakeholders on governance frameworks and regulatory topics within RegCple’s scope.
• Operational Responsibilities:
• Regulatory Horizon Scanning & Oversight: Lead daily monitoring of UK regulatory developments (rules, guidance, enforcement actions, etc.) and manage the team’s scanning and implementation oversight activities.
• Impact Analysis & Communication: Assess the implications of regulatory changes on UK Wholesale Banking (UK WSB) operations and controls, propose actions, and collaborate with internal stakeholders for implementation.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Advice: Provide regulatory interpretation and implementation advice to Compliance and Business Units; participate in industry working groups and produce firm-specific reports.
• Issue Escalation: Proactively escalate any issues within the pillar’s scope to the Head of UK RegCple in a timely manner.
• Strategy & Plan Delivery: Ensure effective and complete delivery of relevant parts of the Compliance strategy and Annual Compliance & Financial Crime Plan.
• Resource Management: Assess resource needs and contribute to discussions on allocation, prioritisation, and capacity planning.

Profile required

• Core Competencies & Technical Skills:
• Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of UK financial services regulation, especially PRA & FCA frameworks, and UK Wholesale Banking models.
• Policy & Oversight Experience: Proven background in regulatory oversight, policy management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Analytical & Communication Skills: Ability to interpret complex regulations, conduct impact assessments, and communicate findings clearly across all levels.
• Compliance Advisory Capability: Skilled in providing risk‑based compliance advice with a practical, solution‑focused approach.
• Collaborative Working: Effective team player who works well across Compliance and Business Lines to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Accountability & Work Ethic: Self‑motivated, responsible, and committed to delivering high‑quality work.
• Communication Excellence: Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail and adaptability.
• Process Improvement: Ability to drive continuous improvement, especially through efficient use of technology.
• Project & Information Management: Strong organisational and project management skills, including reporting and issue escalation.

Professional Qualifications (Desirable): Legal training or qualifications in Compliance, Finance, or Accounting are beneficial.

Why join us: People join for the impact they can have on us. They stay for the impact we have on them. A flatter structure offers visibility and exposure beyond that of our competitors, so you know our names, and we know yours. It’s personable, human, and inspires success through passion. By encouraging open mindedness and a willingness to share ideas, we have adapted to market changes and thrived through innovation. Bringing words like “hard work” and “dedication” together with “community” and “respect” has enabled us to work collaboratively and build our future together. We call this Team Spirit and it’s what makes us different. It’s what makes you different.

Business insight: If you feel you have the required experience and qualifications, then please apply to the SG Resourcing Team, and we will manage your application. At Société Générale, we believe our people are our strength and are core to the success of our business. As such, we search for, recruit and appoint the best available person on the basis of aptitude and ability, regardless of sex, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, pregnancy, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief or gender identity.