Wholesale Lending Services Regulatory Reporting Vice President

Wholesale Lending Services (WLS) is expanding its footprint in Bournemouth and is seeking an experienced Vice President to establish and manage the EMEA Regulatory Reporting team. Join us in Bournemouth and help shape the future of Wholesale Lending Services.

As a Regulatory Reporting Vice President within the Wholesale Lending Services team, you will play a pivotal role in establishing our regulatory reporting framework, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring we meet regulatory requirements with precision and efficiency. You will collaborate with global partners and stakeholders, influence key outcomes, and foster a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and continuous improvement. This is an opportunity for you to shape the future of lending services, develop talent, and make a significant impact on the organisation.

Job responsibilities

• Establish and manage the EMEA Regulatory Reporting team, ensuring the timely and accurate submission of all required reports to regulatory authorities.
• Develop, implement, and continuously enhance the regulatory reporting framework to support business growth and compliance with evolving regulations.
• Drive strategic initiatives to improve reporting processes, data quality, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with global partners, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to align reporting practices and share best practices.
• Monitor regulatory changes and proactively assess their impact on reporting requirements, ensuring the business remains compliant.
• Oversee the preparation, review, and validation of regulatory reports, including transaction reporting, tax submissions, and other regulatory data requests.
• Foster a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and continuous improvement within the Regulatory Reporting team.
• Mentor, develop, and manage team members, supporting their professional growth and ensuring high performance.
• Represent WLS in regulatory forums, audits, and examinations, providing subject matter expertise and leadership.
• Ensure robust controls and governance are in place to mitigate risks and maintain data integrity.

• Experience in building, leading, and managing new teams or functions, with a proven track record of high-performing teams in complex operational environments.
• Experience in regulatory reporting, with a strong understanding of EMEA regulatory requirements and frameworks, including transaction reporting tax submissions, and compliance standards.
• Demonstrated experience in process improvement, automation, and leveraging technology to enhance reporting efficiency.
• Strong project management skills, with experience leading strategic initiatives and managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to adapt to changing regulatory landscapes and proactively identify and address emerging risks.
• Experience representing the organization in regulatory forums, audits, and examinations.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior leadership and external regulators.

• Demonstrated leadership experience within a financial institution, with advanced knowledge of EMEA Regulatory Reporting.
• Proven ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives, leveraging strong proficiency in technology, including AI/ML, to create innovative reporting solutions.
• Track record of successfully managing regulatory audits, examinations, or remediation projects.
• Demonstrated ability to lead change management initiatives and drive process transformation.