As a Compliance Officer, the successful candidate will manage the daily operations of the compliance framework, ensuring that the business meets its regulatory obligations while also facilitating commercial growth through pragmatic, risk-based advice. This full-time, permanent role reports directly to the Head of Compliance. The Compliance Officer will be responsible for managing key AML/CFT/CPF and compliance controls, providing oversight of monitoring and remediation activities. In contributing to the organisation's purpose, the role emphasises delivering thoughtful, personal, and high-quality service to every client. The successful candidate will be expected to champion a strong compliance culture and support the MLRO in executing the SAR framework efficiently.
Job Duties:
- Ensure operational adoption of best practice AML/CFT/CPF and compliance controls through monitoring, oversight, and remediation.
- Provide technical AML/CFT/CPF and regulatory advice to colleagues and senior stakeholders.
- Champion a strong compliance culture across the business.
- Support the MLRO in the effective operation of the SAR framework, including assessment, documentation, reporting, and governance.
- Act as principal support and designated stand-in for the MLRO.
- Manage the ongoing execution and enhancement of the risk-based Compliance Monitoring Programme.
- Identify control deficiencies, agree remedial actions, and track matters through to closure, escalating overdue or material issues.
- Support the development, review, and enhancement of policies, procedures, and controls.
- Support the embedding of policy and control frameworks through training, guidance, and colleague engagement.
- Assist the MLRO with SAR assessment, documentation, governance, and reporting where required.
- Support regulatory submissions, notifications, and engagement with regulatory bodies as appropriate.
- Lead or support gap analysis, remediation programmes, and compliance projects.
Job Requirements:
- Relevant professional qualification in compliance and/or financial crime, such as ICA Diploma or equivalent, or a qualification consistent with Table 4 status.
- Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in financial services compliance, preferably in Jersey.
- Experience of working with AML/CFT/CPF legislation.
- Familiarity with the local AML Handbook.
- Experience within a Trust Company business and/or Fund Services business.
- Proven ability in managing suspicious activity reports (SARs) and financial crime reporting.
- Previous experience in supporting MLRO responsibilities.
What You’ll Love:
This role offers the chance to play a key part in maintaining and enhancing the jurisdiction’s reputation. You will work in a collaborative environment with opportunities to develop your skills in regulatory oversight, policy creation, and risk-based supervision. The organisation values professional growth and offers ample opportunities for training and career development.
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