Compliance Principal Manager II

Role Overview

• Lead the Compliance function in Brazil, ensuring independent operation, effective governance and alignment with BBVA Group internal standards, corporate policies and applicable local regulation
• Serve as the primary local Compliance focal point for the Head of RIC&C for Brazil, senior management, local committees, Global Compliance, Internal Audit, regulators and other relevant stakeholders
• Oversee the main Compliance domains applicable to BBVA Brazil, including AML/CFT, Customer Compliance, Data Protection, Corporate Compliance, Financial Markets Compliance and Sustainability Compliance
• Define, implement and monitor the local Compliance plan, including risk assessments, monitoring activities, controls, testing, issue management, action plans, reporting and training
• Ensure Compliance risks are properly identified, assessed, mitigated and escalated
• Oversee the local implementation and adaptation of corporate policies, procedures and standards
• Supervise AML/CFT-related activities, including risk assessments, customer due diligence, onboarding controls, monitoring, alert escalation, regulatory reporting and interaction with specialized global teams
• Oversee Compliance topics related to financial markets and securities, including insider information, personal trading, restricted lists, information barriers, market abuse prevention and compliance with applicable local rules
• Interpret and provide guidance on the practical application of internal and external standards, and supervise their compliance
• Supervise Corporate Compliance matters, including anti-corruption, conflicts of interest, gifts and events, interaction with public officials, Code of Conduct and ethics queries
• Prepare and submit periodic Compliance reports to the Head of RIC&C for Brazil, local senior management, governance forums and global Compliance stakeholders
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on BBVA Brazil
• Coordinate Compliance training, communications and awareness initiatives
• Lead, develop and support the local Compliance team, promoting technical excellence, accountability, collaboration and independent judgement.

Requirements

• Degree in Law, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Engineering or a related field
• Postgraduate degree, MBA or specialization in Compliance, Banking Regulation, Financial Markets, Risk Management, Corporate Governance, Internal Controls or related areas will be considered an advantage
• Over 10 years of experience in Compliance, regulation, internal controls, risk, legal or audit within the financial sector
• Solid experience in banks, investment banks, capital markets or highly regulated financial institutions
• Strong knowledge of Brazilian regulation applicable to financial institutions, securities markets, AML/CFT, anti-corruption, corporate governance and internal control frameworks
• Prior experience interacting with senior management, regulators, auditors, global control functions and business areas
• Experience leading teams and managing Compliance activities in a matrixed, international or multicultural environment
• Strong regulatory interpretation skills and ability to translate internal and external rules into controls, procedures and practical guidance for the business
• Excellent analytical, communication, problem-solving, stakeholder management and decision-making skills
• High ethical standards, independence, good judgement and ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters
• Native or fluent Portuguese
• Advanced or fluent English
• Spanish is a plus.

Benefits

• More than 121,000 colleagues in 25 countries, working in multidisciplinary teams
• Support for the energy transition
• Commitment to inclusive growth
• Adoption of disruptive technologies