Our client is seeking a Senior Compliance Officer to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. Reporting directly to the board of directors, this senior-level position will oversee the implementation and maintenance of compliance policies and procedures in line with local regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will be appointed as Compliance Officer and Money Laundering Reporting Officer and will be responsible for ensuring that the compliance function operates effectively and consistently within the organisation’s compliance framework.
Job Duties:
- Serve as the appointed Compliance Officer and Money Laundering Reporting Officer in accordance with local regulation
- Advise and guide the business and Compliance staff on regulatory and legislative obligations
- Disseminate regulatory updates and coordinate gap analysis to identify areas for policy and control improvement
- Oversee the development and ongoing maintenance of compliance policies and procedures
- Conduct compliance oversight using a risk-based approach and identify trends and root causes of non-compliance
- Contribute to staff training programmes to ensure regulatory awareness and competence
- Perform general compliance and anti-financial crime tasks, maintaining required registers
- Submit all required regulatory filings and notifications in a timely manner
- Manage data requests and submissions to the regulator, including annual and ad-hoc exercises
- Review new client take-on documentation for regulatory compliance
- Maintain the Compliance Monitoring Programme with timely and accurate completion
- Review overnight name screening results and follow up as needed
- Assess adequacy of customer due diligence and ensure relevant compliance records are up to date
- Act as GDPR representative and participate in internal GDPR meetings
- Provide regular reporting to the board of directors and the Group Head of Compliance
- Undertake any additional compliance-related duties as required
Job Requirements:
- Professional, management or technical qualification, or a minimum of 5 years’ financial services experience, with at least 3 years in a senior compliance role
- Strong knowledge of compliance, anti-financial crime, and the regulatory environment applicable to trust and company service providers
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Capable of managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines effectively
- Confident participating in management meetings and making recommendations to the board
- Eligible to receive regulatory no objection approval for key person roles
What You’ll Love:
Our client offers a collaborative, inclusive, and values-driven working environment, where every voice is heard and respected. They are committed to supporting their employees through professional development opportunities and fostering a culture built on trust, openness, and teamwork. With a global presence and a reputation for excellence, they provide a rewarding career path in a dynamic and purpose-led organisation.
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