Mandarin Speaking Head of Legal and Compliance

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced senior experienced Mandarin speaking Head of Legal & Compliance (SMF16) to take ownership of the Legal & Compliance function within an established international banking environment in London. It is a senior leadership and regulatory role, reporting directly to the Deputy General Manager and managing a team of 5 professionals. The successful candidate will take responsibility for maintaining a robust compliance framework across the London branch, acting as a key point of contact with the FCA and PRA, advising senior management on regulatory matters and supporting the Bank in maintaining a strong compliance culture. Job Title: Mandarin Speaking Head of Legal & Compliance Location: Central London Industry: Banking / Financial Services Working Pattern: 4 days in the office Employment Type: Permanent KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage the Legal & Compliance function, ensuring the Bank operates in accordance with FCA, PRA and wider UK regulatory requirements
• Hold SMF16 – Compliance Oversight responsibilities under the Senior Managers Regime
• Act as a key point of contact with the FCA and PRA on regulatory matters
• Advise senior management and relevant governance committees on regulatory developments, compliance risks and required actions
• Develop, review and maintain the Bank's compliance framework, policies and procedures
• Develop and deliver the annual risk-based compliance plan and monitoring programme
• Identify key compliance risks and ensure appropriate controls and remediation actions are implemented
• Provide compliance advice on new products, business initiatives and projects
• Monitor regulatory developments, consultation papers, policy statements, thematic reviews and enforcement activity
• Coordinate regulatory reviews and internal/external audits relating to Compliance
• Manage and follow up regulatory findings and remediation actions
• Provide regulatory and compliance training across the Bank, including Conduct Rules requirements
• Review legal and contractual documentation including client agreements, vendor contracts and third-party agreements
• Promote and maintain a strong compliance culture throughout the organisation
• Lead, develop and manage the Compliance team, including performance management and professional development Key Requirement
• Significant senior-level Compliance experience within UK banking or financial services
• Strong knowledge of the FCA and PRA regulatory framework
• Previous experience operating within the Senior Managers & Certification Regime (SMCR)
• Strong understanding of Compliance Oversight, Conduct Rules and regulatory governance
• Demonstrable experience dealing directly with the FCA and/or PRA
• Experience leading a Compliance function or senior Compliance team
• Strong experience advising senior management and governance committees
• Good understanding of UK banking regulation, regulatory change and compliance monitoring
• Legal knowledge and experience reviewing commercial/client/vendor agreements would be highly advantageous
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and leadership skills