AVP - Controls Business Partner - UK Regulations

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Job Title: AVP - Controls Business Partner Experience: 7+ Years Location: Noida Job Description: Purpose of the role To assess the integrity and effectiveness of the banks internal control framework to support the mitigation of risk and protection of the banks operational, financial, and reputational risk. Accountabilities: Collaboration with various stakeholders across the bank and business units to improve overall control effectiveness through detailed documentation of control assessments, procedures, and findings Identification and investigation of potential weaknesses and issues within internal controls to promote continuous improvement and risk mitigation aligned to the bank’s control framework, prioritized by its severity to disrupt bank operations Development of reports to communicate key findings from risk assessment including control weaknesses and recommendations to control owners, senior management, and other stakeholders Execution of reviews to determine the effectiveness of the bank's internal controls framework aligned to established and evolving policies, regulation, and best practice. Implementation of adherence to the Organization's Controls Framework and set appropriate methodology of assessing controls against the Controls Framework Assistant Vice President Expectations: To advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviors to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviors are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energize and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others OR for an individual contributor, they will lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialization to complete assignments. They will identify new directions for assignments and/ or projects, identifying a combination of cross functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues Identify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done. Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organization sub-function Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practices (in other areas, teams, companies, etc).to solve problems creatively and effectively Communicate complex information. 'Complex' information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience. Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes Requirements: To be successful as an AVP - Controls Business Partner you should have experience with: Role requires a strong technical understanding of regulatory subject matter relevant to transaction Banking, Wholesale Lending, and International Corporate Banking, along with knowledge of the end-to-end regulatory life-cycle It involves commercial and technical understanding of Transaction Banking and Wholesale Lending products across various jurisdictions, and prior experience in regulatory or technical analysis of requirements Brings in-depth knowledge of UK regulatory requirements, risk management, and control frameworks The role demands comfortability in working across a multi-jurisdictional portfolio. Extensive experience in senior stakeholder management is necessary, including the ability to communicate internal control concepts clearly in a business context and reporting lines and relationships across multiple discipline Some other highly valued skills may include: Good understanding of the APAC and Middle East regulatory landscapes Experience of designing, communicating & implementing internal control policies. Proficient in use of MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Experience in projects in regulatory environment You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills As organizations grow in complexity and expand across borders, the role of controls evolves from a checkbox exercise to a strategic business enabler . In today’s regulatory landscape, especially across the UK, the right controls framework doesn't just mitigate risk—it builds confidence , resilience , and trust . As an AVP – Controls Business Partner , you are not just evaluating policies or procedures. You are shaping the integrity of the bank’s operations, influencing decision-makers, and ensuring business agility within regulatory guardrails. Think of yourself as both a sentinel and strategist —uncovering weaknesses, driving continuous improvement, and aligning risk culture with business ambition. This role is about impact through insight : Are we managing risk proactively or reactively? How do we design controls that empower the business rather than hinder innovation? Can we translate regulatory complexity into operational clarity for our stakeholders? Controls are no longer just about protection—they are about direction. Show more Show less