Finansinpektionen seeks Senior Policy Expert to its Banking section

Finansinspektionen (FI) is seeking an experienced senior expert or advisor, with knowledge of banking regulations and experience in dealing with policy issues. The senior policy expert will have significant responsibility in developing FI's policies regarding key elements of future bank regulation.

FI has an active role in the development of financial regulations in global standards-setting organizations as well as the EU, in addition to national Swedish application. The position therefore requires close cooperation with other areas within FI, other Swedish authorities and international counterparts.

FI is seeking applicants who can demonstrate in-depth knowledge and extensive experience of risk analysis and regulatory issues regarding banks and the financial sector as a whole. Expert knowledge of capital adequacy and other aspects of banks' balance sheet structures is especially highly regarded.

Applicants are required to have a university degree-level of education and a minimum of ten years of relevant experience in the financial sector or from authorities or organizations within the areas of financial stability or supervision. Experience of international policy work is a merit.

A clear, forward-looking and analytical approach is needed for this role. Applicants must be able to work independently, communicate clearly and to actively contribute to the transfer of knowledge within FI. The position requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, either in Swedish or English. Excellent knowledge of both languages is a merit.

For more information, please contact Björn Bargholtz, Department Director, at +46 (0)8 408 983 77 or bjorn.bargholtz@fi.se

FI normally applies a six-month probationary period.

Please submit your application, including a CV, an introduction letter and any necessary certifications, no later than 13 November 2016. Please note that employment-related psychological tests will be conducted as part of the recruitment process.

 

Finansinspektionen works to achieve financial stability and consumer protection. It employs more than 400 people with varied backgrounds and experience and its workplace is characterised by collaboration and the sharing of knowledge. Every employee at Finansinspektionen works with and influences the financial market. Together, we work for the benefit of society. You can make a difference!