Overview

Strategic Remediation and Control Office (SRCO) leads Transformation and Remediation at Deutsche Bank. SRCO is responsible for the oversight of programs which contribute to the uplift of the firm 0s capabilities across multiple lines of defense, working in partnership with global Businesses, Risk, Compliance, Technology, and Audit to ensure alignment of the portfolio of projects with groupwide strategic priorities and successful implementation of outcomes.

You will be responsible for conducting thorough reviews and critical assessments of the design, implementation, and ongoing effectiveness of the organization 0sanctions and embargoes risk framework, in areas such as Name List Screening (NLS), transaction screening, filtering, list management, and related sanctions controls. You will offer expert advice and guidance to executive stakeholders and the sanctions function on regulatory compliance, policy adequacy, and the management of complex investigations.

What Well Offer You

• Hybrid Working - a model that enables eligible employees to work remotely for a portion of their time and tailor a working pattern that suits them
• Competitive salary and non-contributory pension
• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
• Life Assurance and Private Healthcare for you and your family
• Opportunity to support a wide-ranging CSR programme plus 2 days volunteering leave per year

Your Key Responsibilities

• Establishing and upholding rigorous standards for assurance and quality review in planning, execution, and assessment of regulatory initiatives
• Execute against a global framework for enhanced review and questioning of remediation delivery and outcomes, including overseeing and participating in comprehensive assurance and testing activities to assess the effectiveness of controls
• Leverage experience in data management and data quality controls to underpin the integrity and effectiveness of assurance and questions related to screening and sanctions systems
• Directly managing and mentoring a high-performing team
• Identify/escalate key risks and control weaknesses detected within the sanctions lifecycle, advocating for necessary improvements and long-term remedial actions
• Present findings, issues, and recommendations from assurance reviews to senior leadership and the Board

Your Skills and Experience

• Strong financial crime, sanctions risk and control mindset
• Prior experience working with regulators, such as the Federal Reserve, and experience in executive messaging, reporting and communications for large-scale cross-divisional/regional regulatory programs
• Bachelor 0s degree or equivalent qualification/work experience, preferably with a focus on economics or business
• Post-graduate qualification (e.g., CIA, CMIIA, CAMS) is preferred
• Extensive experience in the financial services industry within Third Line Internal Audit or Second Line Risk/Compliance Testing/Assurance with emphasis on sanctions and/or data governance/assurance
• Significant experience in risk management

How Well Support You

• Coaching and support from experts in your team
• A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs
• We value diversity and are an equal opportunities employer; we make reasonable adjustments for those with a disability (e.g., assistive equipment if required)

About Us

De Deutsche Bank is the leading German bank with strong European roots and a global network. We strive for a culture where we are empowered to excel together every day, acting responsibly and collaboratively.

Deutsche Bank in the UK is proud to have been named The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2025 for six consecutive years. We have also received awards for LGBTQ+ inclusion. We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.