Risk Type Officer for the Prevention of the Facilitation of Tax Evasion (PFoTE)

Deutsche Bank; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international bank in Birmingham is seeking a Risk Type Officer to manage Facilitation of Tax Evasion risks. This role involves reviewing regulatory requirements, defining control standards, and delivering training across the organization. Candidates should have a degree in law or be a certified tax advisor, with strong experience in compliance and excellent communication skills. The position offers a hybrid working model and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid working model with flexible remote options

Competitive salary and non-contributory pension

30 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance and private healthcare

Flexible benefits, retail discounts

CSR programme support and volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Good experience in anti-financial crime, audit or compliance.
• Commitment to task ownership and successful completion of responsibilities.
• Knowledge of German is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Review and monitor regulatory and law requirements relevant to FoTE risk.
• Support the definition of global minimum control standards.
• Design and deliver training to strengthen awareness of FoTE risks.

Skills

Anti-financial crime knowledge

Experience in compliance

Excellent communication skills in English

Capability to handle complexity

Education

Degree in law or certified tax advisor

Job description

Risk Type Officer for the Prevention of the Facilitation of Tax Evasion (PFoTE)

Join to apply for the Risk Type Officer for the Prevention of the Facilitation of Tax Evasion (PFoTE) role at Deutsche Bank. This position is based in Birmingham and reports to the Vice President of the Anti-Financial Crime (AFC) function.

Position Overview

Deutsche Bank’s AFC team safeguards the bank’s global operations from financial crime. As part of the dedicated PFoTE team within AFC – Sanctions, Affiliate Risk Management and PFoTE – you will set global standards and requirements to manage Facilitation of Tax Evasion (FoTE) risks, ensure effective measures are in place, and deliver training across the organization.

What We’ll Offer You

• Hybrid working model with flexible remote options
• Competitive salary and non‑contributory pension
• 30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
• Life assurance and private healthcare for you and your family
• Flexible benefits – retail discounts, Bike4Work scheme, gym benefits
• CSR programme support and 2 days’ volunteering leave per year

Your Key Responsibilities

• Review and monitor regulatory and law requirements relevant to FoTE risk type
• Participate in the dynamic risk assessment process ensuring FoTE risk is appropriately reflected
• Support the definition of global minimum control standards to manage FoTE risks and ensure robust controls are implemented
• Ensure minimum control standards are reflected in policy and procedure, and support the development of the FoTE risk management guidance
• Design and deliver training to strengthen awareness of FoTE risks across Deutsche Bank
• Act as a central point of contact for stakeholders in AFC and business units

Your Skills And Experience

• A degree ideally in law or similar, or a certified tax advisor/equivalent qualification
• Good experience in anti‑financial crime, audit or compliance, especially in developing internal policy and controls to manage financial crime risk
• Capability to handle high complexity and make well‑founded judgments across a broad range of topics
• Commitment to task ownership, coordination with colleagues, and successful completion of responsibilities
• Excellent communication skills in English; the ability to explain complex topics simply and present them in writing. Knowledge of German is an advantage

How We’ll Support You

• Training and development opportunities to support career advancement
• Flexible working to balance personal priorities
• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression
• Various flexible benefits tailored to individual needs
• Reasonable adjustments for those with disabilities, such as assistive equipment

Please note the expected salary for some roles may be below the minimum level requirements to support candidates who require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK. If you already have a Skilled Worker visa and are identified for this role, we can discuss and support you with the process.

About Us

Deutsche Bank is a leading German bank with strong European roots and a global network. Our UK branch has been named The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2025 for six consecutive years, and has received a Gold Award from Stonewall, being named in their Top 100 Employers 2024 for LGBTQ+ inclusion.

We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.

If you have a disability, health condition, or require any adjustments during the application process, please contact our Adjustments Concierge at [e-mail] or share your phone number to receive a call from a team member.

We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day, acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.