Purpose of Job

The mission of the OCCO, and it’s head, the MD, CCO, is to protect the integrity and compliance related reputation of the Bank and promote ethical standards of behaviour.

OCCO develops compliance related strategies and policies, identifies, assesses and monitors integrity and compliance risks arising from failure to comply with the Banks standards and policies or from fraud and corruption on the Bank’s programme; and takes a leading role, in an independent manner, in the Bank’s effective management of integrity and compliance risks.

Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Accountable to the President, with full and free access to the Chair of the Board Audit & Risk Committee.
• Ensures that the Bank’s ethical rules of conduct and internal standards, procedures, and guidelines on anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing, conflicts of interests, capital markets compliance, domiciliation (tax) compliance, treatment of confidential information, whistleblowing, integrity due diligence and, where relevant, their monitoring during implementation are in line with, or take into account, internationally accepted norms.
• Advises and makes recommendations to Bank committees and the Board on anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing, conflicts of interests, capital markets compliance, domiciliation (tax) compliance, treatment of confidential information, whistleblowing, integrity due diligence and, where relevant, their monitoring during implementation– in the context of prospective Bank operations, portfolio, as well as Bank Personnel and Board conduct.
• Oversees the development and implementation of the framework to ensure that Board officials, senior management, and staff members fulfil their obligation to behave in an ethical manner, consistent with the Codes of Conduct and the Whistleblowing Policy, and that they are adequately trained to meet these obligations.
• As the Compliance Advisor to the Ethics Committee, provides advice to the Ethics Committee on conduct and ethical issues, including in respect of interpretation of the Board Code and the Staff Code (in consultation with the Legal Counsel where appropriate).
• Produces and presents to OpsCom, ExCom and the Board periodic and ad hoc reports and new policy initiatives in areas of compliance and integrity; attends OpsCom, ExCom and Board meetings when appropriate or when required, and provides assessment, analysis and clear recommendations.
• Responsible for investigations of Prohibited Practices, pursuant to the Enforcement Policies and Procedures, and misconduct, pursuant to either the applicable Code of Conduct or the Conduct and Disciplinary Rules and Procedures.
• Leads dialogue and cooperation with other multinational development institutions and international organisations in areas of ethics and compliance and, in this context, actively contributes to international cooperation designed to further improve governance and combat corruption, money laundering and terrorist financing.
• Develop the OCCO people strategy, ensuring the department is designed effectively and has the workforce needed to achieve objectives now and in the future, translating this in to an actionable resource plan.
• Directly accountable for the engagement and effective overall management of staff in OCCO including recruitment, compensation, performance management, coaching and development.
• Champion and role model the Bank’s ethics culture by ensuring the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct across the Bank.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• A postgraduate degree in law (LLM or JD) or Master’s degree in a relevant area (e.g. finance, banking, accounting).
• Extensive relevant professional experience with appropriate depth of experience.
• Track record of policy development, including negotiations with IFIs and internationally, more generally.
• Thorough understanding of the EBRD’s mission and mandate; senior level compliance experience in the context of the Bank’s Countries of Operations is a definite advantage.
• Experience of the investigation and integrity processes applicable to an IFI.
• Acknowledged within the international community as being of impeccable standing, both professionally and personally.
• Proven expertise in the practice areas of: ethics and compliance; anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CFT) procedures; capital markets compliance, domiciliation (tax) compliance and international integrity, anti-corruption and compliance standards, that are applicable to a complex international financial institution (IFI).
• Successful leadership of diverse teams and practice areas within the multi-national organisation environment.
• Ability to lead or direct and coordinate the decision-making processes in public and private organisations.
• Exemplary advocacy and liaison skills, established peer network and proven ability to communicate with and manage EBRD stakeholders.
• Excellent collaboration skills; ability to engage meaningfully and partner with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Track record of making sound, decisive and well-reasoned judgements on a range of complex topics, which instil trust and inspire confidence.
• Excellent command of English with ability to communicate clearly and concisely; familiarity with other languages used in the Bank’s countries of operation is a definite advantage.

Please note that we are working with an external search firm Russell Reynolds, in the recruitment for this position. By applying for this position you are consenting to your details being shared with a third party. If you have any queries in relation to this please contact www.rraresponses.com

What is it like to work at the EBRD?

Our agile and innovative approach is what makes life at the EBRD a unique experience! You will be part of a pioneering and diverse international organisation, and use your talents to make a real difference to people’s lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in.

The EBRD environment provides you with:

• Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public and private sectors across the regions we invest in;
• A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity;
• An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do.

Diversity is one of the Bank’s core values which are at the heart of everything it does. A diverse workforce with the right knowledge and skills enables connection with our clients, brings pioneering ideas, energy and innovation. The EBRD staff is characterised by its rich diversity of nationalities, cultures and opinions and we aim to sustain and build on this strength. As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. As an inclusive employer, we promote flexible working and expecting our employee to attend the office 50% of their working time.