The Agency is recruiting for a Compliance Officer on behalf of our client.

Professional Growth: Work in a dynamic environment that provides opportunities for professional development and growth within the financial sector.

Collaborative Environment: Engage with various stakeholders, including Group Compliance, to align on best practices and regulatory requirements.

Strategic Impact: Play a crucial role in shaping and enforcing compliance policies, directly contributing to the company’s ability to manage regulatory risks effectively.

• Stay updated on legal changes in the Cayman Islands and ensure the company complies with local regulations.
• Act as the designated Compliance Officer and MLRO for the organization and its affiliated entities.
• Manage the adherence to AML/CFT standards, ensuring effective prevention and detection of money laundering and terrorist financing activities.
• Evaluate, propose, and apply changes to compliance policies and procedures.
• Maintain the consistent application of AML/CFT policies, including customer due diligence, suspicious activity reporting, and accurate record-keeping.
• Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of AML/CFT strategies to address evolving risks and trends.
• Lead initiatives to improve compliance knowledge and training across the organization.
• Ensure compliance policies meet regulatory standards and industry best practices.
• Establish systems for reporting to local regulators and maintain thorough documentation of compliance activities.
• Work closely with Group Compliance to ensure alignment with local legal and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline from a recognised university.
• Professional qualification like ACAMS, ICA or similar.
• A minimum of 5 years’ compliance experience within a professional services firm.
• Proficient in the laws and regulations related to Anti Money Laundering, Proceeds of Crime & Countering Terrorism Financing relevant to the jurisdiction.
• Experience in identifying and mitigating Money Laundering, Financing of Terrorism and other Financial Crimes.
• Knowledge of the regulatory regime in the Cayman Islands. Knowledge of other jurisdictions’ AML functions would be an advantage.
• Good knowledge of AML/CFT legal and regulatory framework.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters. 

If this sounds like a good match for you and you would like to learn more, we would welcome your application. Go ahead and apply.

We believe in inclusive workplaces and we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may require during the recruitment process; you will be asked if you require any during the application process. If you’d like to request additional options, please email Erika@theagency.ky