Compliance & Money Laundering Reporting Officer France, Assistant Vice President

Compliance & Money Laundering Reporting Officer France, Assistant Vice President We are looking for a seasoned professional to join the Compliance/Financial Crimes Compliance team of State Street Bank International GmbH (SSBI). The MD will shape the future of our policies, procedures, systems and controls and hold regulatory responsibility in France as the local Compliance and Money Laundering Reporting Officer (“MLRO”). The role can be performed in a hybrid model from Paris branch. Responsibilities Develop, implement and maintain the Compliance & Financial Crimes Compliance program in accordance with French and EU regulations, EBA guidelines and group policies. Ensure adequate oversight of the Compliance Oversight Program and participate in compliance risk assessment, testing design and execution. Advise and challenge the first line of defense in creating effective systems, controls, policies, procedures and training. Work with the business to close remedial action items timely. Act as the accountable person for receipt and evaluation of internal unusual activity referrals, report suspicious transactions to the competent authority. Advise on customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD) and ongoing monitoring procedures. Ensure training and awareness programs for staff across SSBI France. Keep up-to-date with regulatory changes and update policies accordingly. Perform annual compliance and FCC risk assessments, implement mitigation strategies and report to stakeholders. Provide periodic updates to senior management/Branch Head. Coordinate internal and external audits and regulatory inspections related to Compliance & FCC. Take a leadership role in industry forums and collaborate with external professionals. Participate in projects and ad‑hoc assignments across SSBI Compliance and FCC teams. What We Value Proven ability to work independently and adapt quickly with multiple evolving tasks. Demonstrable problem‑solving and decision‑making skills, especially when advising senior management on compliance risk. Deep understanding of EU banking regulation and core financial crime risks. Recent experience advising on compliance and FCC related laws and controls. Self‑motivation and ability to collaborate with stakeholders. High ethical standards and integrity. Education & Preferred Qualifications 10+ years of relevant industry experience in banking or financial services. University degree or equivalent, preferably with a legal or accountancy background or significant prior experience as an MLRO or compliance leader. Expertise in core compliance and financial crime compliance risks (AML, KYC, sanctions). In‑depth knowledge of European and French regulations and best practices. Excellent communication skills in French and English. Strong analytical, investigative and decision‑making skills. Benefits Flexible working time with optional work‑from‑home days. Work hours of 37.5 or 40 per week depending on the legal entity. Pension plan and group accident insurance. Wellbeing & health programs (Employee Assistance Program, PME Family Service, trainings). Mentoring program and regular performance reviews. Personal development possibilities and extensive web‑based training catalogue. Free German and English language classes. Global inclusion, outreach and corporate citizenship programs. Diverse and multicultural work environment with English as company language. About State Street State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies worldwide. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading, and asset management to institutional clients. We commit to fostering a supportive workplace with competitive benefits and inclusive development opportunities. State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr