Associate / Associate Director / Director - Structured Finance Verification

About STS Verification International GmbH

STS Verification International GmbH ("SVI") is a specialized firm providing third-party verification services for structured finance transactions, focusing on securitisation across Europe. Established in 2004 as a fully owned subsidiary of True Sale International GmbH (TSI), SVI is backed by major German and international banks from private, public, and cooperative sectors. SVI operates as a verified third-party under Article 28 of the European Securitisation Regulation and is regulated by Germany's Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) as a Competent Authority.

SVI ensures that securitisation transactions fulfill STS ('simple, transparent, standardised') criteria outlined in Articles 18 to 26e of the Securitisation Regulation. This role combines regulatory compliance, legal and data analysis, and collaboration with financial institutions such as banks and leasing companies. Since 2019, SVI has verified over 380 transactions throughout Europe, including ABCP, non-ABCP, and synthetic balance sheet securitisations across various asset classes, earning a strong reputation for professionalism and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce STS verification reports and conduct comprehensive regulatory, legal, data, and due diligence analyses for ABCP, non-ABCP, and synthetic securitisations.
• Maintain continuous communication with clients and various market stakeholders.
• Coordinate with outsourcing partners, including TSI and other external experts.
• Take part in due diligence meetings alongside originators and arranging banks.
• Drive origination of new verification mandates and promote SVI’s services within targeted markets.
• Compile and disseminate information regarding the securitisation market and STS sector.

Candidate Profile and Requirements

• Professionals with at least 3 years (Associate), 5–10 years (Associate Director), or over 10 years (Director) experience in the securitisation sector, including audit, banking, insurance, investment, legal, or regulatory roles.
• Strong network with securitisation industry participants in one or multiple European countries.
• Familiarity with synthetic securitisation is an advantage.
• Academic degree (Bachelor's or Master's level).
• Self-driven, proactive team player focused on accuracy and continuous learning.
• Excellent analytical thinking, interpersonal skills, and project management capabilities to handle multiple assignments concurrently.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Fluency in English is mandatory; proficiency in an additional European language such as Italian, Spanish, German, French, Dutch, or Polish is highly desirable. German language skills are beneficial but not compulsory.

Benefits and Work Environment

• Career progression opportunities within a dynamic, international, client-focused setting across Europe.
• Access to extensive industry knowledge from experienced senior staff at SVI and its parent company.
• An entrepreneurial culture fostering professional growth.
• Competitive remuneration package accompanied by additional benefits.
• Positive workplace atmosphere in a small, culturally diverse team.
• Flexible arrangements allowing work from office or remotely within Germany or another suitable European country.
• Option for full-time or part-time employment (e.g., 80% capacity).