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As part of Treasury & Trading Operations, the Trade & Transaction Reporting team is currently comprised of 5 people responsible for ensuring Investec Bank Plc is compliant with FSCS regulations and requirements. The analyst will work closely with Compliance, Digital Savings, Private Client Banking, Corporate Banking, IT etc to ensure that all FSCS-related matters are handled accurately and efficiently. This position will require an individual with strong understanding of FSCS regulations and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

The scope of the role is wide and requires the team to have a comprehensive knowledge of FSCS and will be responsible for Business as Usual (BAU) and Quality Assurance (QA) related tasks for Depositor Protection (DP).

We are currently seeking an FSCS Analyst to join our Treasury & Trading Operations team at Investec Bank Plc. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with FSCS regulations and managing depositor protection tasks effectively.

What will I be doing?

FSCS BAU:

Daily:

• Complete all BAU and QA DP tasks assigned daily.

• Exception management including investigation and effective resolution by liaising with internal teams (Compliance, Digital Savings, Private Client Banking, Corporate Banking, IT Tech etc) and external vendors including outsourced functions.

• Quality Assurance programme for DP across all internal dependencies/ stakeholders using the FSCS Group Solution as the Central QA for Deposit Customers.

• Ensure all issues identified through BAU and QA activity are logged and tracked through to resolution. Track and Update FSCS Forum Diary. (automated solution TBA).

• Stay abreast of Regulatory Change including new PRA Policy Statements and FSCS Guidance, working with Central Compliance Advisors to ensure regulatory compliance.

Monthly:

• Assist with tracking and reporting of issues and observations to management and key stakeholders through the FSCS Forum.

• Produce and enhance existing MI, providing relevant information, observations, and trends, shared with relevant stakeholders via governance forums.

• Assist with the production of Monthly Reporting Pack for the FSCS Forum & Committee.

Annual/ Biannual:

• Periodic testing of the system mapping and logic, Annual review, and update procedures and other supporting documentation.

• Perform periodic testing of exclusion rules, eligible and non-eligible reports.

• Assist Ops Risk with maintaining and enhancing controls within IBP for FSCS.

• Assist with ongoing third-party quality assurance activity across all reporting.

Projects:

• Identification of areas for improving existing regulatory reporting processes and controls, supporting the Change Team, Technology, and other relevant stakeholders to deliver technology solutions for manual processes, assisting with UAT where required.

Ad-hoc responsibilities:

• Production of SCV and Exclusions View for IBP within 24 hours of a request from either the PRA or FSCS, or upon a similar request by IBP compliance (Test run).

• Working with the FSCS Developer to ensure that the FSCS Group Solution is current.

• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

• Assist in maintaining the mapping documentation of requirements to controls in the SCV engine. (Rules Engine).

Working Hours:

• UK hours: 08:00 – 17:00 (GMT)

What are we looking for?

Technical knowledge

• Prior experience of the FSCS depositors' scheme.
• Experience in Banking Operations, or in a Control or Regulatory/Compliance function with strong product knowledge and a working understanding of systems and product flows.
• Problem solving and prudent decision-making abilities
• Diligent approach to work, very high attention to detail.
• Able to work using own initiative and not be afraid to challenge existing processes.
• Self-starter who is proactive in driving new ideas and initiatives.
• PC literate (including Intermediate/Advanced Excel skills).
• Good interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).

Any other attributes that would be helpful, but not essential for the role

• Recognised industry qualifications are an advantage.
• Knowledge of Trade and Transaction Reporting is desirable g. MiFID 2, EMIR 3, SFTR, Dodd Frank, Canadian reporting.

As part of our collaborative & agile culture, our working week is 4 days in the office and one day remote.

Investec offers a range of wellbeing benefits to make our people feel healthier, balanced and more fulfilled in their lives inside and outside of work.

Here is a selection of what we offer;

Wellbeing

Wellbeing Subsidy, Corporate Gym Membership, Virtual GP, Peppy Health App (Fertility, Menopause and Early Parenthood), Optional Private Medical & Dental Insurance

Monetary

Non-contributory Pension & Discretionary Bonus

Life & Income Protection

Life Assurance, Critical Illness & Income Protection

Travel

Season Ticket Loan & Electric Vehicle Scheme 

Embedded in our culture is a sense of belonging and inclusion. This creates an environment in which everyone is free to be themselves which helps to drive innovation, creativity and ultimately business performance. At Investec we want everyone to find it easy to be themselves, and to feel they belong. It's a responsibility we all share and is integral to our purpose and values as an organisation.

Research shows that some candidates can be reluctant to apply to a role unless they meet all the criteria. We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit here and welcome you to do the same – if the role excites you, please don't let our person specification hold you back. Get in touch!

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