Risk and Compliance Analyst / Associate (Japanese bilingual)

Risk and Compliance Analyst / Associate (Japanese bilingual) at Mizuho Bank Ltd. Risk and Compliance Analyst / Associate (Japanese bilingual) at Mizuho Bank Ltd. in New York, New York Posted in 10 days ago.

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Full-Time Job Description:

SUMMARY ACBD1

is a front office function serving Japanese corporate clients in the U.S. The Compliance and Risk Management Unit, part of the Planning Team within ACBD1, is responsible for a wide range of compliance matters and risk management initiatives. The primary responsibilities of this role include: Collaborating with other unit members to ensure ACBD1 remains fully compliant with the bank's internal policies and procedures. Supporting the Unit Head (UH) on various issues, challenges, and projects initiated by ACBD1 or related departments, leveraging strong analytical skills. Providing general support to the ACBD1 Planning Team for tasks assigned by the

UH. PRINCIPAL DUTIES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Supporting front office staff by accurately and promptly handling daily compliance-related operations. Japan & U.S.

Laws and Regulations:

Understanding detailed Head Office procedures and U.S. local policies related to Japanese and U.S. laws. Responding to staff inquiries, conducting required training, and preparing/submitting periodic reports to the Head Office in a timely manner.

Information Control:

Maintaining logs for important and non-public information. Conducting required training for ACBD1 staff.

Compliance Library:

Maintaining an up-to-date Compliance Library for ACBD1 staff use. Operational Errors /

Incident Reports:

Logging Risk Event reports for the division. Supporting staff in preparing reports via Archer and following up on remedial actions.

Authorization:

Ensuring appointment/designation applications, forms, and Authorization Memos are kept up to date.

Entertainment/Gifts:

Supporting ACBD1 to align entertainment and gift procedures by conducting compliance inspections.

Reporting:

Preparing and submitting various reports to Americas Legal and Compliance Department/Head Office in a timely and appropriate manner.

Compliance Testing:

Coordinating ALCD compliance testing.

Internal/External Audits:

Working closely with audit coordination staff at ACBD1 for various audits.

Risk Management:

Leading initiatives to enhance the risk management framework at ACBD1 in alignment with requirements from Head Office and MUSO management.

Coordination Hub:

Representing ACBD1 in cross-functional risk management frameworks—including Operational, Reputational, and Liquidity Risk (excluding Credit Risk).

Project Planning and Implementation:

Driving ACBD1's business initiatives related to risk management, such as information security.

Other Duties:

Responsible for additional compliance and risk management tasks, as well as ad-hoc projects assigned by the unit head, contributing to ACBD1's organizational objectives as a member of the Planning team. Conducting annual reviews of internal procedures.

REQUIREMENTS

Technical Skills Required:

Bilingual proficiency in English and Japanese (reading, writing, speaking). Strong ability to understand policies and procedures written in both languages. Analytical and multitasking skills. Excellent time management and organizational abilities. Detail-oriented and goal-driven mindset. Effective interpersonal and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Flexibility and willingness to learn in a dynamic environment.

Other Requirements:

Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Economics preferred. Experience in the banking industry is a plus. The expected base salary ranges from 64,500 - $85,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, including Medical, Dental and 401K plans, successful candidates are also eligible to receive a discretionary bonus. #LI-Hybrid