Compliance Risk Testing Specialist, Officer, Hybrid

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Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for a Compliance Risk Testing Specialist to work with a team of professionals to develop and execute regulatory testing and controls testing to provide reasonable assurance that State Street is complying with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. As part of a collaborative global team, you will contribute to Compliance Risk Testing plan development, and lead the execution of strategically important monitoring and testing. This position is perfect for an individual who has experience with risk assessment, internal controls, and/or compliance or audit functions.

This role is based in Poland, Krakow or Gdansk. This role can be performed in a hybrid model, where you can balance work from home (2 days per week) and office (3 days per week) to match your needs and role requirements.

The team you will be joining carries out testing activities on a wide range of business units and processes. We have currently two job openings, which may support testing activities within: Role no1: State Street Investment Management; Role no2: Generalist, regulatory compliance testing across various business lines.

The team is currently not engaged in compliance risk testing within the Financial Crime Compliance domain. Therefore, experience related to AML, KYC, Sanctions, or Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC) is not considered relevant for these roles.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining plays an important role in the overall success of the organization. Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. To make that happen we need teams like yours to help navigate employees and the organization as a whole. In your role you will strive for cutting-edge solutions, that are straightforward and scalable. You will help us build resilience and execute day to day deliverables at our best. Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Assist with process walkthroughs and design monitoring and testing activities for areas deemed to be of higher focus within a particular Compliance Risk
• Leverage the division’s methodology to independently identify and evaluate risk, determine control objectives and verify the extent to which State Street is meeting regulatory requirements
• Obtain and analyze evidentiary data as a basis for drafting an informed, objective opinion as to the adequacy and effectiveness of business controls or whether a regulatory obligation has been breached
• Maintain thorough and well-organized workpapers to support the work executed, including evidence of exceptions identified
• Contribute to drafting Executive Result Summaries in accordance with internal standards to clearly communicate results, risks, and key issues
• Maintain current knowledge of regulators’ focus areas, recent enforcement actions, and industry practices generally

What We Value

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks and work independently in an international team across multiple locations with global stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to evaluate detailed business data and test results with healthy skepticism and an understanding of when and how to challenge
• Inclusive mindsets that recognize the value of building relationships across a diverse global team and demonstrate an ability to work across cultures with adaptability and flexibility
• Enthusiasm for learning and an aptitude to learn quickly, and the motivation to use thought leadership to continue to grow the Compliance Risk Testing Team

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Verbal and written fluency in English
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
• Relevant work experience in a corporate testing or audit function within the financial services sector and/or related experience managing complex audit operations or related projects
• Experience with Asset Management, Asset Services, Custodian banking and US & European banking regulatory landscape preferred
• CPA, CIA, CISA or other applicable certification preferred

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Job ID: R-779556