This is ABG Sundal Collier
ABGSC is an independent Nordic investment bank, developed over 40 years, founded on an inclusive partnership culture and the ability to attract and develop top talent. Our vision is to be the Nordic Investment Bank of choice.
Investment banking is all about understanding companies, industries and markets. Our core offering to clients is that we offer the best advice – derived from diligent analysis in a dynamic, high paced and competitive environment. We are looking for talent with a broad set of skills, and we strive together for excellence. We work in a global market where companies and capital from all over the world are seeking the best ideas, and the competition is tough.
At ABGSC, we work in small teams with senior involvement, access to top management and offering an unparalleled opportunity to learn from the most experienced people in the industry.
Our approximately 340 partners and employees are located in the Nordic offices of Oslo, Stockholm and Copenhagen, in addition to our international offices in London, Frankfurt, Lucerne, New York, and Singapore.
You will lead the Swedish compliance team, work operatively as a Compliance Officer and be based in Stockholm.

About the role
The Head of Compliance will develop the Swedish Compliance function and ensure ABGSC's adherence to relevant regulations and internal policies as well as function as a strategic and operative partner to senior management. You will have the opportunity to work with the Swedish organization as well as collaborating with our international compliance team. Your tasks will include:

• Responsibility for the development, implementation, and oversight of the ABGSC’s regulatory compliance framework,
• Responsibility for developing and delivering internal training programs to raise awareness and understanding of regulatory requirements, compliance responsibilities, and the role of staff in upholding the ABGSC’s regulatory obligations,
• Leading a small team of three compliance officers, motivate and inspire to ensure the team reach their full potential,
• Leading the development and execution of the Annual Compliance Monitoring Plan, ensuring regular and risk-based assessments of ABGSC’s activities, and escalate findings and breaches promptly to senior management and the Board,
• Staying abreast of regulatory changes issued by Finansinspektionen (FI) and other relevant authorities; interpret new requirements and ensure their timely integration into the ABGSC’s internal processes and controls,
• Advising the CEO and Board of Directors on compliance-related risks and implications associated with business strategies, product development, third-party engagements, and governance decisions,
• Coordinating and managing regulatory inspections, thematic reviews, internal audits and ad hoc requests from Finansinspektionen (FI) and other relevant authorities, including preparation of responses, coordination with relevant stakeholders, and execution of any remedial actions,
• The responsibility as AML/CFT Compliance officer (Sw: centralt funktionsansvarig),
• To act as a key point of contact for internal staff on day-to-day compliance queries, supporting the interpretation and application of policies and procedures.

About you
We are seeking a Head of Compliance with approximately 10 years’ experience from working with regulatory issues within the financial industry, preferably with investment banking and private banking. Previous leadership experience is a plus but not a requirement. We are looking for a candidate with a strong business acumen and the ability to act as a strategic partner to senior management. You have an academic degree from a university or a business school. A Swedish law degree is preferred, but not a necessity, if you have a great track-record from working with compliance in a fast-paced financial business environment. Solid understanding of the regulatory framework (MIFID, AML/CFT, Sanctions, MAR, GDPR, SFDR/ESG), including conduct and governance rules is a must. Knowledge of and experience from private banking/wealth management, including advisory and asset management product/services and retail/consumer aspects, would be an advantage.

We are an ambitious compliance team with a can-do attitude, working together to reach our goals. We look for people that can build good relations throughout the organization without compromising the integrity and independence of the compliance function. You have a strong legal mind and can work independently, however you are not afraid to raise concerns within the organization. You have a high work ethic, as well as great communication skills. You have excellent writing skills in Swedish as well as English.

In this recruitment process we collaborate with FAIRPLACE* if you have any questions regarding the role or our offer, please contact Anna Lensmar-Friedman, [email protected], Tel. 076-000 25 55. Resumes in Swedish or English are both accepted. Last date to apply is April 28:th.