Head of Compliance & AML
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About This Role
Overview
- Strategic leadership opportunity, driving robust compliance and AML frameworks.
- Direct regulatory impact as MLRO engaging CMA and senior leadership.
About Our Client
This opportunity is with a well-established organisation in the financial services sector.
The company operates as a prominent player in the industry, offering a professional and structured environment to its employees.
Job Description
- Develop and implement compliance and anti-money laundering (AML) policies and procedures.
- Ensure adherence to local and international regulatory requirements and standards.
- Monitor and report on compliance risks, providing strategic recommendations to mitigate them.
- Oversee internal audits and investigations related to compliance and AML matters.
- Provide expert guidance to senior management on regulatory changes and their implications.
- Collaborate with various departments to ensure consistent application of compliance practices.
- Deliver regular training sessions to educate employees on compliance and AML protocols.
- Act as the primary point of contact for regulatory authorities and external auditors.
The Successful Applicant
- A successful Head, Compliance & AML should have:
- A strong academic background in law, finance, or a related field.
- Professional certifications in compliance or AML, such as CAMS or equivalent.
- Extensive knowledge of regulatory frameworks within the financial services sector, with a minimum of 8-9 years of work relevant work experience.
- Proven expertise in managing compliance and AML programmes within asset management, from a fund perspective.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex regulations and translate them into actionable policies.
- Experience in fostering a compliance culture within a large organisation.
- What's on Offer
- Competitive salary package.
- Opportunity to work in a reputable organisation within the financial services industry.
- Professional growth and development in a structured environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package to support work-life balance.
- This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced compliance professional to lead and make a significant impact in the banking and financial services sector.
- Interested candidates are encouraged to apply.
Contact: Radhika Menon
Quote job ref: JN-052026-7012067
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