MUFG
Regulatory Reward & Governance Specialist
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Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world’s leading financial groups.
About MUFG
- Across the globe, we’re 150,000 colleagues striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve.
- Vision: To be the world’s most trusted financial group.
- Culture principles:
- Long-term relationships grounded in trust
- Collaboration and knowledge sharing
- Empowerment of talent and flexible working opportunities
- Sustainable rather than short-term growth
- Inclusive workplace valuing diverse ideas
- Making a meaningful impact recognised and rewarded
- Next-friendly technologies supporting career progression
We are seeking an Assistant Vice President – [Regulatory Reward & Governance Specialist] (full job titleohnin to be confirmed) to join their London team.
This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping and enhancing MUFG’s global regulatory reward and governance framework, ensuring compliance with evolving regulations while aligning with our values: integrity, collaboration, and sustainable growth.
About the Role
Within a diverse and inclusive environment, your voice matters. You will collaborate with knowledgeable professionals committed to positive impacts for clients, communities, and colleagues alike whilst thriving within our supportive culture.
MUFG prioritises your career development, knowledge-sharing, flexible working opportunities—helping both personal and professional growth.
Would you like to contribute to a forward-thinking financial group with uncompromising responsible business practices? This could be your next career step!
Key Responsibilities
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Framework Enhancement
- Support the operation and ongoing enhancement of MUFG’s global Regulatory Reward and Governance framework by maintaining up-to-date policies, standards, and operating procedures.
- Ensure they align with current best practices.
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Regulatory Process Leadership
- Lead execution of key regulatory remuneration processes such as:
- Material Risk Taker (MRT) identification
- Annual MRT assessments
- Governance reviews
- Preparation of comprehensive supporting documentation
- Serve as a key advisor, advocating for compliance through structured frameworks.
- Lead execution of key regulatory remuneration processes such as:
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Regulatory Intelligence & Impact Assessment
- Conduct detailed analysis of remuneration regulations and emerging regulatory developments to assess potential impacts on the organisation.
- Support timely implementation of necessary changes via structured frameworks.
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Policy and Procedures Management
- Assist in developing, maintaining, and periodically reviewing:
- Remuneration Governance Policies
- Procedures
- Control Documentation
- Ensure alignment with MUFG’s remuneration standards and risk appetite.
- Assist in developing, maintaining, and periodically reviewing:
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Governance Reporting
- Prepare high-quality governance materials for:
- Senior Management Forums
- Audit Committees
- Regulatory examiners
- Risk Management teams
- Prepare high-quality governance materials for:
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Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Work closely with Human Resources (HR), Risk Management, Compliance, and Legal Counsels to apply complex remuneration regulations practically.
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Regulatory-Jurisdictional Compliance
- Coordinate preparation and submission of:
- Regulatory disclosures
- Attestations
- Governance submission packages
- Ensure compliance with applicable requirements (PRA/FCA/ECB/EBA).
- Coordinate preparation and submission of:
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Remuneration Controls
- Contribute to the design, implementation, testing, and monitoring of:
- Remuneration-related controls
- Governance processes underpinning effective risk management.
- Contribute to the design, implementation, testing, and monitoring of:
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Audit & Scrutiny Support
- Provide accurate records and transparent audit trails for:
- Internal Audit Reviews
- Regulatory Examinations
- Assurance activities related to remuneration governance.
- Provide accurate records and transparent audit trails for:
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Risk-Benefit Analysis
- Perform thorough analysis of remuneration arrangements and governance outcomes to:
- Identify risks or trends
- Recommend improvements for greater operational effectiveness.
- Perform thorough analysis of remuneration arrangements and governance outcomes to:
Essential Requirements
Core Experience
- Proven experience working within Regulatory Reward or Reward Governance roles in financial services environments where compliance is paramount.
- Comprehensive understanding of:
- Remuneration regulations (e.g., PRA, FCA, ECB/EBA)
- Governance frameworks
- Executive compensation structures or equivalent regulatory obligations in banking institutions.
Subject Component Mastery
- Demonstrated ability to support regulatory reporting processes, including:
- Policy development
- Control activities in large-scale organisations.
- Advanced analytical capabilities for interpreting complex regulations and translating requirements into practical business solutions.
Communication & Soft Skills
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Exceptional written communication, evidenced by experience preparing:
- Governance papers
- Executive-level documentation for senior management.
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Strong relationship-building skills across HR, Risk Management, Compliance, and Legal/Finance/business stakeholder groups.
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Technical Proficiency
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High proficiency in:
- Microsoft Excel (including advanced data analysis)
- PowerPoint presentations
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Experience supporting Material Risk Taker (MRT) identification or similar regulated frameworks highly advantageous.
Environmental & Leadership Alignment
- Global banking operations familiarity or experience in regulatory change governing transformation roles is desirable.
At MUFG
Why This Role Differs
- Culture: Built on trust, with a client-first approach.
- Pay-Upgrade Philosophy: Prioritises people and professional careers.
- Innovation through collaboration: Encourages empowerment, empathy, and meaningful impact.
- Flexibility: Supports fair work-life balance via flexible arrangements.
Commitments & Enablers Offered
- Inclusive environment prioritising equality and diversity at every level of engagement.
- Access to cutting-edge technologies and career development tools.
- Investment into taking accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Why You Would Enjoy This Role
- Purpose-Driven Work: Opportunities to contribute to one of the world’s most trusted financial institutions.
- Grow in a company where responsibility goes hand in hand with empowerment.
- Connect your calling with MUFG’s mission to advance regulative prudence and inclusive growth.
Next Steps
If this role aligns with your ambitions: Apply today by visiting [the application link].
This advert will close on 16 July 2026.
Flexible Working Approaches
- Open to organisational-aligned requests.
Diversity & Inclusion Commitment
- Equal opportunities policy in recruitment promote capabilities for dignified growth.
- No discrimination based on:
- Age
- Gender (including transgender identity)
- Gender reassignment
- Pregnancy & Maternity
- Religion or belief
- Race or origin
- Disability or long-term health condition
- Marriage or Civil Partnership
- Sexual orientation
Culture Principles (MUFG Network)
We navigate our early collaboration through high-impact excellence and agile adaptability. These principles guide our professional bonds:
- Client Centric: Understanding and meeting client needs accurately.
- People Focused: Empowering a culture that values growth and mutual support.
- Listen Up. Speak Up.: Encourage open dialogue across all levels.
- Innovate & Simplify: Improve processes consistently.
- Own & Execute: Accountability with practical execution.
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