Legal Entity Client Asset & Depositor Protection Officer

• Hold primary accountability for the Firm's compliance with the Central Bank of Ireland's Client Asset Requirements (CAR) and SEAR Client Asset Responsibilities
• Ensure robust governance, safeguarding and oversight of client assets and deposits
• Provide assurance to the Board, regulators and clients that the Firm meets its regulatory obligations
• Represent the designated legal entity on matters of client asset protection internally
• Identify, manage and strengthen an internal network across the group of specialist staff
• Maintain and evolve the model of operation
• Chair and attend meetings to govern and oversee compliance with relevant regulations
• Take responsibility for governance and oversight of client asset protection and depositor processes
• Ensure assigned firm complies with new and changed rules or regulations
• Maintain detailed records demonstrating compliance with relevant regulations
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external auditors
• Act as the Firm's primary point of contact with regulators on client assets matters
• Promote a strong culture of accountability and compliance
• Continually review and propose steps to strengthen the firm's systems of control

• Hands on experience in similar Pre-Approval Controlled Function role
• Significant relevant experience and knowledge of Client Asset Protection regulations at a senior level
• Depositor Protection experience knowledge a benefit
• A proven track record as a successful manager of change and leader of people
• A proven track record of advocacy and liaison across diverse stakeholder groups
• Considerable experience in the field of financial services and/or banking
• Proactive and resilient, with sound judgement under pressure
• Bachelors or Master's Degree
• Professionally trained in the field of law, accounting, economics or corporate governance
• Likely to have undergone formal management and leadership training

Depositor Protection experience knowledge

• Competitive base salary (annually reviewed)
• Hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week)
• Benefits that support well-being, living well and saving well