Location
London Corporate Office, London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
As a key member of the European Risk & Compliance function, the Senior Manager, Risk & Compliance will work closely with the Senior Director, Risk & Compliance Europe to oversee and strategically develop the Company’s European Compliance program. This role involves advising the business on applicable financial crime legislation and best practices for prevention; designing, updating, and implementing policies, procedures, and training; and acting as a key point of escalation and influence in Europe for financial crime matters including AML, ABAC, sanctions, and fraud. The position offers extensive opportunities to apply and develop both technical knowledge and project/stakeholder management skills, influence the European Compliance program, direct external service providers, and oversee various compliance processes. The role requires a proactive approach to horizon scanning EU and UK financial crime legislation and understanding the nuances of Greystar’s European business.

Key Responsibilities
Providing internal advice on a range of financial crime matters to diverse stakeholders across functions and levels, including advising on company-wide projects and responding to escalations. Advising the board (EU Risk Committee) on changes to European financial crime legislation and recommending policy and procedural updates. Overseeing, developing, and implementing Greystar Europe’s AML policy and KYC procedures, including managing third-party consultants and cooperating with audits to improve the AML/KYC program. Acting as the daily point of contact for the external AML consultant to ensure smooth KYC processes. Managing Greystar Europe’s sanctions program, advising internal teams on legal obligations, liaising with external counsel, and directing external service providers. Handling contract negotiations for providers and renewals. Collaborating with the Senior Director and external counsel to respond to incidents and whistleblower reports, supporting HR and the wider business to embed a positive SpeakUp culture. Facilitating periodic risk assessments and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of business initiatives to keep risk assessments dynamic. Enhancing knowledge and awareness of the European compliance program through training delivery, building cross-departmental relationships, representing the function in meetings, and visiting corporate offices and properties across Europe. Conducting financial crime horizon scanning to stay abreast of new legislation, regulatory changes, and emerging typologies, supported by attendance at compliance conferences and industry committees.

Experience
Demonstrable knowledge of applicable EU/UK financial crime legislation including AML, ABAC, fraud, sanctions, and whistleblowing legislation. Experience advising on complex compliance matters and managing compliance programs. Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment and work collaboratively across cultures and disciplines. Experience working with external consultants and legal counsel. Familiarity with FCA Handbook and AIFMD regulations is preferred.

About you
A positive team player skilled at influencing team members, business leaders, and external partners to drive understanding and effective implementation of compliance programs. Excellent cross-cultural and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all seniority levels. Independent thinker able to maintain objectivity under business pressures and willing to challenge when necessary. Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of preparing business correspondence, reports, training content, and delivering presentations to diverse audiences. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and exercise strategic judgment under pressure. Proactive learner with an interest in commercial and compliance issues affecting residential real estate.

Qualifications
Degree qualified; master’s degree, legal qualification, or compliance qualification preferred. Appropriate level of qualifications and experience to meet the role’s requirements. Master’s degree or legal degree strongly preferred. Additional European languages are an advantage. Experience working across different geographies, cultures, and legal systems is desirable.