Regulatory Control Lead

Role Overview: You will be joining the FCR&C division as the Vice President of Financial Crime Risk and Control - Technology Risk Strategy & Controls. Your main focus will be on shaping the risk and control landscape across technology platforms, with an emphasis on Python-based automation, audit readiness, and strategic risk governance. Your role will require a combination of technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and banking domain experience to drive innovation and resilience in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: - Define and lead the technology risk strategy for the FCR&C division, aligning with enterprise risk appetite and regulatory expectations. - Advise senior leadership on emerging technology risks and regulatory developments, and drive strategic initiatives for risk intelligence in digital transformation and innovation programs. - Lead the development of Python-based tools and analytics for automating risk assessments, control testing, and audit support. - Oversee the integration of advanced analytics and AI/ML into risk monitoring and reporting frameworks. - Partner with internal audit, DCO, and compliance to ensure readiness for regulatory reviews and external audits. - Monitor and assess control effectiveness across various banking processes and review internal processes to identify and document financial crime risks. - Present testing results, risk insights, control metrics, and strategic recommendations to the leadership team. - Build strong partnerships with front office, operations, DCO, compliance, and technology teams to foster a risk-aware culture. - Lead governance forums and working groups focused on technology risk and control transformation. Qualifications Required: - Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, or a related field. - 14+ years of experience in technology risk, audit, or compliance within investment or corporate banking. - Strong proficiency in Python and experience leading automation or analytics initiatives in a regulated environment. - Deep understanding of banking products, trading systems, and regulatory frameworks. - Proven leadership in cross-functional teams and executive-level stakeholder management. - Analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work under strong time constraints and to high standards. Additional Company Details: You will be part of a culture at Deutsche Bank that encourages excellence, responsibility, commercial thinking, initiative, and collaboration. The company promotes a positive, fair, and inclusive work environment, celebrating the successes of its people. Training, coaching, and a culture of continuous learning are provided to support your career progression. For further information about Deutsche Bank and its teams, please visit the company website: https://www.db.com/company/company.htm,