SCUK Contentious Regulatory & L2 Complaints Oversight Manager at Santander

Redhill, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Banking, Consumer FinanceIndustries

Requirements

  • Sound knowledge of the UK regulatory framework, including FCA rules and guidance (particularly DISP, CONC, SYSC and SUP) in relation to Consumer Credit and Consumer Rights (ideally, more specifically Motor Finance)
  • Previous demonstrable experience of working in a contentious legal or regulatory environment
  • Previous experience of leading a high performing team in a regulated and challenging environment
  • Qualified Compliance professional or Solicitor/Barrister/Attorney/FCILEX with relevant PQE or demonstrable NQE
  • Ability to analyse, evaluate and communicate issues
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships internally and externally
  • Well-developed report writing and I.T. skills
  • Experience of project management and delivery of proposals/presentations to Senior Management (desirable)
  • Digital and legal and regulatory knowledge and experience (desirable)

Responsibilities

  • Manage contentious regulatory matters and develop, implement and sustain second line oversight on complaints handling and management
  • Support the head of function perform oversight on contentious regulatory and complaints management matters and lead the function to deliver this
  • Act as a point of contact for the business on second line contentious legal and regulatory matters and advice
  • Lead and manage the team of paralegals to respond to claims and disputes involving SCUK
  • Provide legal/regulatory advice on events and incidents for emerging and crystalised risks
  • Have a ‘Think Customer’ mindset in the implementation of any responses to issues and events management
  • Support any remediation activities following the identification of relevant issues and provide appropriate advice and oversight
  • Manage the second line control framework for the oversight of complaints management within SCUK (and oversight of any outsourced contract hire complaints)
  • Act as an escalation point for material complaints and escalate to the head of function as necessary
  • Provide guidance to first line teams on contentious regulatory and complaints management
  • Assist in regulatory landscape horizon scanning in respect of potentially contentious matters and claims and complaints risk
  • Provide support to project initiatives and programmes, including reviewing requirements documentation and making recommendations from a second line legal/regulatory advisory perspective
  • Engage with relevant internal and external stakeholders in a professional and progressive way to best manage SCUK’s reputation
  • Attend meetings / industry forums as required
  • Coordinate relevant external advisors as necessary support
  • Deal with or escalate any identified risks in relation to SCUK risk policies and/or legislative and regulatory guidelines in accordance with the San UK group risk framework
  • Other ad hoc tasks as directed by the head of the function director
  • Provide support and guidance to Project Milan and relevant remediation tasks
  • Produce any relevant MI and reporting as required by the head of the function
  • Adhering to our commitment to Consumer Duty ensuring we put our customers’ needs first and set higher and clearer standards of consumer protection

Skills

Regulatory Compliance
Complaints Management
Legal Advice
Risk Management
Oversight Framework
Remediation
Horizon Scanning
Team Management
Paralegal Management
Events Management

Santander

Provides banking, investment, and insurance services

About Santander

Santander Bank provides a variety of financial services to individuals, small businesses, and large corporations in the United States. Its offerings include savings and checking accounts, loans, credit cards, and investment products. The bank also has specialized services through Santander Investment Services and insurance products via Santander Securities LLC. Santander stands out from its competitors by focusing on community growth, committing $13.6 billion to support initiatives like the 'Cultivate Small Business' program, which aids early-stage entrepreneurs, especially from underrepresented groups. The bank generates revenue through interest on loans, service fees, and commissions, while promoting responsible banking practices and financial education. Santander's goal is to empower individuals and businesses, enhance community prosperity, and provide comprehensive financial solutions.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1902Year Founded
$75MTotal Funding
POST_IPO_DEBTCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision
401k
Flexible PTO
Parental & sick leave
Discounts: technology, travel, auto, fitness, & tuition

Risks

ISO 20022 transition may challenge smaller business partners.
'Quishing' attacks pose a growing threat to consumer security.
Openbank faces competition in the U.S. high-yield savings market.

Differentiation

Santander's Openbank offers a 5.00% APY high-yield savings account nationwide.
The bank's Inclusive Communities Plan pledges $13.6 billion for community initiatives.
Santander's ISO 20022 adoption enhances operational efficiency and data management.

Upsides

Openbank's high-yield savings account attracts more U.S. customers.
Santander's renewable energy financing highlights commitment to sustainable investments.
Proactive cybersecurity measures enhance customer trust and protect digital assets.

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