Our client is seeking a Risk & Compliance Governance Manager on a temporary basis for a period of 6 to 18 months. You will support a busy team with compliance work related to Luxembourg, Malta, and Monaco. The role is within the Risk and Compliance - Governance (RCG) function and is responsible for assessing, establishing, and maintaining high standards of regulatory governance. This ensures alignment with jurisdictional legal and regulatory compliance, the company’s risk and compliance framework, and the agreed regulatory strategy. Reporting to the Partner, Group Head of Risk and Compliance – Family Office, the Compliance Officer Assistant will help develop risk-based testing and training programmes, conduct gap analyses, and recommend strategic solutions. This role requires interaction with staff at all levels and may involve travel. Click here to read more.
Job Duties:
- Identify gaps in legal and regulatory frameworks and perform root cause analysis to ensure compliance with the companies risk and compliance framework
- Recommend and prioritise mitigating actions for high-risk exposures, ensuring timely and effective implementation
- Liaise with staff across various levels to arrange resources and conduct necessary compliance assessments for specific jurisdictions
- Develop and implement risk-based monitoring programmes tailored to jurisdictional requirements
- Provide training and support to staff on compliance expectations and procedures
- Assist in developing turnaround strategies to create a stable, regulatorily robust business environment
- Monitor and report on compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, enhancing procedures and controls as necessary
- Track non-compliance issues, follow up on remediation efforts, and provide timely feedback to management
- Prepare compliance reports for various committees and executive teams
- Engage in regulatory liaison and ensure accurate and timely submissions to relevant authorities
- Assess and make recommendations on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) risks, including suspicious activity reporting management and other related compliance areas
- Support the development of the company’s risk and compliance strategy, offering compliance advice to the business as needed
Job Requirements:
- Recognised legal, accountancy, or compliance qualification
- At least 10 years of experience in financial services across multiple disciplines
- Proven experience in change management and influencing organisational change
- Strong understanding of banking operational processes and risk-based monitoring programmes
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to remain calm under pressure
- Willingness to travel and spend time away from home as required
What You’ll Love:
You will be part of a high-performing Risk and Compliance team, where you will play a key role in maintaining regulatory governance across multiple jurisdictions. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategic decisions, contribute to the development of risk-based compliance programmes, and engage with senior management in a dynamic and supportive environment. We look forward to receiving your application and discussing how you can contribute to our client's team.
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