About the role: This position may be based in Madrid, Amsterdam, or Frankfurt, and reports to the Global Chief Compliance Officer - Global Controls.
Job responsibilities: The Head of Conflicts of Interest will be responsible for developing strategies and managing a program dedicated to identifying and managing conflicts of interest at Morningstar. Specific responsibilities include:
Team Leadership: Overseeing a team of compliance professionals currently based in Toronto, Europe, and Mumbai which administers the Morningstar conflicts management system, including policies and procedures focused on personal securities trading, gifts & entertainment, restricted securities list maintenance, outside business interests, and avoiding conflicts of interest for control investors.Design, develop, and implement a robust conflicts of interest program for all Morningstar entities.Assess existing strategies and establish new strategies for the enhancement of controls supporting the conflicts of interest program, including enhancements to policies and procedures, systems, and reporting.Evaluate various disclosures and submissions for perceived or actual conflicts of interest and recommend the appropriate course of action, in consultation with the chief compliance officers.Track and report violations of policies and procedures to Chief Compliance Officers, Senior Management, and/or the board of directors.Provide advice to the business, senior management, and board on COI risk management and mitigation.Work directly with global compliance colleagues to support their applicable regulatory obligations, including the preparation and conduct of regulatory examinations and inquiries.Ensure that compliance policies and procedures are consistent and align with regulatory requirements across all jurisdictions.Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to team members, enabling them to excel in their roles and fulfill compliance objectives effectively.Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Liaise with the risk management function to ensure compliance-related risks as part of the risk assessment process.
Regulatory Engagement: Stay informed about evolving regulatory requirements and ensure company policies and procedures comply with these changes.
Audits and Examinations: Coordinate and manage regulatory audits and examinations related to COI topics globally, collaborating with global compliance colleagues as necessary.
Ethical Culture Promotion: Promote a strong ethical culture throughout the organization, setting a positive example and encouraging ethical behavior among employees.
Qualifications: A minimum of 10 years of legal or compliance-related experience with a regulated entity in the financial service industry.A minimum of 8 years of experience in a Control Room environment evaluating conflicts of interest for a globally regulated financial services company would be of advantage.Experience in the development, implementation, and monitoring of adherence to corporate conflicts of interest policies, procedures, and other guidance documents. Experience with securities trading controls would be an asset.Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.Strong critical thinking and sound judgment.Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse teams.Demonstrated ability to handle confidential issues in a professional manner.A bachelor's degree is required. A legal background or a Compliance-related professional certification(s) is a plus.Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to work remotely and collaborate in-person each week. We've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis, at least three days each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.
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