Senior Compliance Analyst

JOB # 248 LOCATION Cayman Islands
  • Anywhere
We are seeking a skilled Senior Compliance Analyst to join play a central role in enhancing our client’s AML/CFT/CPF framework across multiple jurisdictions. 

The Senior Compliance Analyst will oversee client onboarding, conduct detailed risk assessments, and ensure due diligence processes are completed accurately and efficiently, exercising sound judgment when reviewing documentation and escalating high-risk cases to senior management. In addition to overseeing junior staff and screening for PEPs, sanctions, and other reputational risks, the Senior Compliance Analyst will support ongoing monitoring, contribute to training initiatives, and collaborate on global compliance projects, ensuring the business remains proactive and resilient in meeting its compliance obligations.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree with a professional compliance-related qualification, such as ACAMS, ICA, or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a regulatory/compliance-based role within the professional services sector.
  • Thorough understanding of the AML/CFT/CPF legal and regulatory framework of the Cayman Islands.
  • Interest in Asset Financing (Yachts/Aircrafts), Blockchain, Fintech, and Funds is desirable.
  • Strong analytical and investigative skills.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and client-facing skills.
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Senior Compliance Analyst

JOB # 229 LOCATION Cayman Islands
  • Anywhere
The Senior Compliance Analyst supports the business’ regulatory and risk management efforts, with a focus on AML, CFT, CPF, and sanctions compliance. The role involves conducting thorough CDD and client risk assessments, analyzing complex legal structures, client onboarding, and ensuring compliance with Cayman Islands regulatory requirements. 

The Senior Compliance Analyst will be expected to work closely with legal, trust, and operations teams to integrate compliance into business processes, particularly during high-pressure transactions. Additional responsibilities include identifying and mitigating financial crime risks, escalating SARs, supporting regulatory inspections, supervising junior staff, and contributing to internal compliance projects.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, risk management, or a related field.
  • Relevant compliance or financial crime related certification (i.e., CAMS, ICA, CFE, or equivalent).
  • At least five (5) years’ experience in a compliance or risk-related position within a professional services institution, with demonstrable experience in client onboarding and AML/CFT/CPF and sanctions compliance.
  • Proven ability to conduct and document CRAs including those triggered by material changes or transactional events, with a strong grasp of risk rating methodologies and regulatory alignment.
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex legal and ownership structures, identify jurisdictional risks, and determine appropriate CDD requirements.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a cross-jurisdictional, multi-disciplinary team, consistently delivering high-quality outputs.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented, solutions-focused professional who thrives in high-pressure environments and demonstrates leadership in fostering a firm-wide culture of compliance.

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