Assistant Vice President, Sanctions Risk Stewardship, HSBC

HSBC

Location:
Poland

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

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Job Description:

The Financial Crime (FC) Risk Stewardship Centre of Excellence (CoE) operates as part of HSBC’s Second Line of Defense (SLOD), providing independent oversight and challenge to the First Line of Defense (FLOD) in managing financial crime risks. These include fraud, money laundering, terrorist financing, proliferation financing, bribery and corruption, sanctions breaches, and tax evasion. This role works closely with global, regional, and market-level stakeholders to ensure compliance with sanctions regulations and policies, requiring strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.

Job Responsibility:

provide expert advice and guidance to FLOD on sanctions-related financial crime risks
support oversight and direction of business controls in line with global FC policies and procedures
collaborate with stakeholders across regions and functions to ensure transparency in risk assessments and remediation plans
prepare and review data, reports, and presentations for executive forums and governance meetings
maintain and communicate a consistent view of the effectiveness of the FC risk framework
analyze audit and assurance reports, ensuring timely execution of action plans
represent FC in governance forums and support internal and regulatory audits
contribute to FC-related projects, including performance, governance planning, and training

Requirements:

8–10 years of experience in banking or financial services, with 4–5 years in Financial Crime or Business Risk
strong understanding of sanctions risk typologies and FC controls
excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
proven ability to analyze complex data and provide actionable insights
experience in risk strategy, operational risk, and regulatory frameworks
proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially PowerPoint and Excel
ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines
ACAMS or ICA certification (or equivalent) preferred

Nice to have:

working knowledge of HSBC’s Global Non-Financial Risk Framework and Technical User Guides
familiarity with line of business-specific compliance policies and regulations
experience with VBA/Macros for enhanced reporting and analysis
demonstrated ability to lead change and collaborate across global teams
strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving

What we offer:

competitive salary
annual performance-based bonus
additional bonuses for recognition awards
multisport card
private medical care
life insurance
one-time reimbursement of home office set-up (up to 800 PLN)
corporate parties & events
CSR initiatives
nursery discounts
financial support with trainings and education
social fund
flexible working hours
free parking

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
July 30, 2025

Expiration:
October 30, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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