Responsibilities

The Compliance function in SG Amsterdam is primarily responsible for assisting the management of the branch in establishing a robust Compliance framework designed to evaluate and mitigate the compliance risks that the institution might be exposed to. While the branch management relies upon the Compliance function to build the appropriate Compliance framework, at the same time the ultimate responsibility is delegated to the business (first line of defense) for ensuring that the framework operates effectively to mitigate compliance risk. In that regard, the Compliance function has an additional important task to act as an independent advisor to the assigned BUs/SUs present at the branch with the responsibility for providing expert guidance on the relevant regulatory matters and assisting the business in the Netherlands in achieving appropriate conduct and customer outcomes while managing regulatory and reputational risks that the bank may face as a result of its failure to comply with the relevant laws, regulations and policies.
• Support the local Compliance function in conducting the annual compliance risk assessment for the activities present in the branch in order to analyze the entity's specific exposure to money laundering, sanctions and terrorist financing risks and to detect possible gaps in the existing compliance framework and, consequently, support establishing and tracking the completion of the resulting action plans
• Review KYC files sent by the processing teams (back offices) and draft Compliance opinions, either at the time of entering into a relationship with the clients or during the periodic review
• Analyze alerts generated by the transaction monitoring tools or identified by the business lines in terms of AML, Sanctions & Embargos, Corruption, propose further actions (if any) and/or draft a suspicious transaction report to be sent to the FIU, where required
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• Advise and assist business lines and the management in any matters related to Compliance (e.g. provide an opinion on particular files or activities)
• Draft, adapt and/or update local compliance policies and procedures in accordance with Group instructions and/or local laws and regulations
• In close cooperation with the local legal department, contribute to the maintenance of local legal watch by monitoring new legal/regulatory developments impacting the branch, advising local stakeholders on any new regulations impacting their business and/or providing an impact analysis for any compliance related matter (if applicable)
• Actively participate in any local and/or Group Compliance-related projects

Due to the VIE eligibility criteria a questionnaire will be provided. Please make sure to answer all the questions for an efficient analysis of your application.

Profile required

PLEASE NOTE that since this program is primarily an international development program, candidates cannot apply for a VIE assignment in their own country of citizenship.

To facilitate the examination of your application by our English-speaking managers, we thank you for applying in English.

Studies & experience:
• Graduate with a Master's degree from Business/Engineering School or University with a specialization in Law or Economics and Management. Alternatively, a degree from a Business School may also be considered
• A previous 2-3 years of relevant experience in Compliance, Financial Crime Compliance or equivalent role, or function at an international investment bank would be an asset would be appreciated

Language skills:
• Fluent in English (B2-C1)

Technical, operational & Soft skills:
• Proficient/Good command of MS Office and its tools
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Technical knowledge of corporate and investment banking businesses and products would be an asset
• Ability to objectively assess risks
• Being open-minded, proactive and willing to take initiatives on his/her own
• Ability to look at the bigger picture and use common sense
• Willingness to support the business lines that are present in the branch while at the same time being able to defend one's opinions/position
• High stress tolerance
• High respect for confidentiality, transparency, and high integrity

The VIE assignment in a nutshell

This VIE in Netherlands is to begin as soon as possible but you need to plan 3 months between your application date and the beginning of your VIE assignment. It will last 12 months.

In case a visa is necessary, please make sure your passport is valid up to 6 months after the end of the VIE contract to not delay your departure.

The VIE is a specific contract, under Business France's eligibility criteria, opened to candidates under 28 and from the member states of the European Economic Space. For further information (including your financial indemnities), please see Mon VIE-VIA Business France.

Why join us

As soon as you arrive, you will be integrated into our teams and will learn every day alongside our experts, who will support you in your tasks. Gradually, you will become more independent in your projects, making this experience a real career accelerator. You will also discover all the diversity of our businesses, in a sector that is constantly evolving and innovating.

At the end of your V.I.E. contract, various opportunities could be offered to you, in Netherlands and abroad.

Business insight

At Société Générale, we are convinced that people are drivers of change, and that the world of tomorrow will be shaped by all their initiatives, from the smallest to the most ambitious.

Whether you're joining us for a period of months, years, or your entire career, together we can have a positive impact on the future. Creating, daring, innovating, and taking action are part of our DNA.

If you too want to be directly involved, grow in a stimulating and caring environment, feel useful on a daily basis and develop or strengthen your expertise, you will feel right at home with us!

Still hesitating?

You should know that our employees can dedicate several days per year to solidarity actions during their working hours, including sponsoring people struggling with their orientation or professional integration, participating in the financial education of young apprentices, and sharing their skills with charities. There are many ways to get involved.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are an equal opportunities employer and we are proud to make diversity a strength for our company. Societe Generale is committed to recognizing and promoting all talents, regardless of their beliefs, age, disability, parental status, ethnic origin, nationality, gender identity, sexual orientation, membership of a political, religious, trade union or minority organisation, or any other characteristic that could be subject to discrimination.