Lam Risk and Compliance Head of Functional Execution

-Job description

**Role purpose**

The Risk & Compliance function is a Second line of defence (LOD) function, responsible for reviewing and challenging the activities of the Group’s businesses (also referred to as “the First LOD”) to ensure that they effectively manage as “Risk Owners” the Regulatory and Financial Crime Compliance risks inherent in or arising from the conduct of their activities and for which they are responsible. The Second LOD consists of 'Risk Stewards' who are independent of the commercial risk-taking activities undertaken by the First LOD. The Compliance function is a Risk Steward for a number of non-financial risks in accordance with HSBC Group’s risk framework.

The FEM Head will be in charge of managing costs for the Risk and Compliance funciton in Latin America which typically involves overseeing various administrative functions, including budgeting, cost control, financial analysis, and resource allocation. Responsibilities include developing and implementing cost-saving strategies, optimizing operational efficiency, negotiating contracts with vendors, monitoring expenses, analyzing financial data to identify areas for improvement, and providing recommendations to senior management. Additionally, it will collaborate with other departments to streamline processes and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Strong leadership, financial acumen, and strategic planning skills are essential for this role.

**Main activities**
- **Budgeting and Cost Control**: Develop and oversee the bank's budgeting process, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives. Implement cost control measures to optimize spending and minimize expenses while maintaining operational effectiveness. Regularly review financial reports and performance metrics to identify variances and areas for improvement
- **Financial Analysis and Strategic Planning**: Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and risks related to costs and expenses. Use data-driven insights to develop strategic plans for cost management and resource allocation. Collaborate with senior management to set financial targets and develop action plans to achieve them.
- **Vendor Management and Contract Negotiation**: Manage relationships with vendors and negotiate contracts to secure favorable terms and pricing for goods and services. Evaluate vendor performance and assess opportunities for cost savings or efficiency gains. Stay informed about market trends and industry best practices to identify potential cost-saving opportunities and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- **Operational Efficiency Optimization**: Identify and implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency across various functions within the bank. Streamline processes, eliminate redundancies, and optimize workflows to reduce costs and improve productivity. Work closely with department heads and team leaders to identify bottlenecks and implement solutions that maximize resource utilization

**Leadership & Teamwork**
- **Effective Communication**: strong communication skills to effectively convey cost management strategies, budgetary requirements, and financial performance to senior stakeholders. Clear and concise communication is essential for building trust, gaining buy-in, and aligning stakeholders with the bank's cost management objectives.
- **Collaborative Decision-Making**: collaborative decision-making environment by actively involving relevant stakeholders in the budget negotiation process and strategic planning discussions. This approach ensures that diverse perspectives are considered, leading to more robust cost management plans and increased stakeholder engagement. Additionally, the CAO must facilitate cross-functional teamwork to implement cost-saving initiatives effectively.
- **Influential Leadership and Negotiation Skills**: Strong negotiation skills to advocate for the budgetary needs of their function while balancing the expectations and priorities of senior stakeholders. negotiations effectively.
Requirements
- **Financial Acumen**: Strong understanding of financial principles, including budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and cost control techniques. Proficiency in interpreting financial statements and analyzing financial data to make informed decisions.
- **Strategic Planning**: Ability to develop and implement strategic plans for cost management that align with the bank's overall objectives. Capacity to identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiency improvements while balancing risks and compliance requirements.
- **Leadership and Management**: Demonstrated leadership skills to inspire and motivate teams, foster a culture of cost-consciousness, and drive change within the organization. Experience in managing and developing teams to achieve performance goals and objectives.
- **Communication Skills**: Excellent communication skills to effectively convey complex