Trainee Compliance Administrator

This role presents an excellent opportunity for an individual to make a significant impact as part of a dedicated and professional growing team. The position is suitable for advanced trainees or those who have already embarked on their career within compliance or the funds sector. The successful candidate will become familiar with the organisation's policies and processes, demonstrate a willingness to learn about how rules, regulations, and guidance shape these policies, and gain a comprehensive understanding of the funds and structures administered. Moreover, the role involves assisting with the onboarding of new clients and entities while ensuring all processes are meticulously followed. The candidate will undertake due diligence reviews, liaising with various parties to complete necessary tasks, and develop an understanding of counterparty due diligence requirements. Additionally, they will review non-complex transactions to identify high AML risk factors and assist in completing client risk assessments.

Job Duties:

• Familiarising with organisational policies and processes
• Gaining knowledge and understanding of the rules, regulations, and guidance shaping the organisation’s policies and procedures
• Understanding the funds and structures administered
• Assisting with the onboarding of new clients and entities, ensuring compliance with processes
• Undertaking due diligence reviews and liaising with relevant parties
• Understanding counterparty due diligence concepts and requirements
• Reviewing non-complex transactions and identifying high AML risk factors
• Completing client risk assessments
• Scheduling and conducting initial and periodic reviews for low and medium risk clients
• Accurately extracting and summarising information to create CO/MLCO reports
• Preparing compliance monitoring reports to a high standard
• Completing monthly transaction monitoring and reporting any findings
• Actively monitoring the compliance mailbox and prioritising tasks
• Undertaking any ad-hoc duties as necessary

Job Requirements:

• Educated to at least ‘A’ level standard or equivalent; completion of a degree or similar is preferable
• Previous knowledge or experience in the funds or compliance sector is desirable, though not essential, as full training will be provided to the successful candidate

What You’ll Love:

​​​​​​​This role offers the opportunity to be integral in maintaining and enhancing the organisation's reputation. The individual will work in a collaborative environment with ample opportunities for skill development in regulatory oversight, policy creation, and risk-based supervision. The organisation places a premium on professional growth, providing extensive training and career development opportunities. Employees will experience a variety of responsibilities and be included in exciting initiatives beyond their daily roles. The supportive and encouraging workplace culture ensures that opportunities for client engagement are presented early, allowing individuals to feel involved and challenged in their work. The organisation is proud of its positive culture, which is reflected in its low staff turnover and commitment to its values.

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