Senior Risk & Compliance Manager

  
Overview:
This is a senior position within the firm’s risk and compliance department. The successful applicant will be required to assist the Chief Regulatory, Risk & Compliance Officer in overseeing the firm’s risk management framework, monitoring the effectiveness of internal controls across the firm, ensuring compliance with various reporting requirements and policy monitoring and development.
 
The successful applicant will also be responsible for preparing and facilitating firm wide training and ensuring that all stakeholders are up to date with changes in regulatory requirements.
 
This is a senior position that requires superior written and oral communication skills, the ability to meet tight deadlines and a willingness to work overtime when required. Applicants must be highly motivated and highly organized. Computer literacy is essential.

 
Responsibilities:
•    Acting as the firm’s Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Officer and Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer.
•    Proactively the AML/CFT/CPF and sanctions environment to identify changes in law, regulation and industry best practices;
•    Sharing knowledge, producing guidance documentation, training and supporting relationship managers and executives across the firm;
•    Maintaining and developing the AML/CFT/CPF and sanctions compliance programme and actively identifying areas of enhancement where applicable;
•    Reviewing CDD documentation for completeness and regulatory compliance;
•    Maintaining oversight of the firm’s Corporate governance framework;
•    Assisting the Chief Risk and Compliance Officer in delivering the Annual Compliance and Internal Audit Plans;
•    Building strong relationships with firm stakeholders
•    Taking the lead on regulatory projects from time to time as required

 

Requirements / Qualifications:
•    Must possess an internationally recognized professional qualification (ACAMS/ICA) or equivalent.
•    Detailed understanding of the Cayman Islands Regulatory framework including laws, rules, regulations and guidance pertaining to AML/CFT/CPF and Sanctions.
•     At least 5-8 years practical experience in a Compliance or related role with experience in: Developing Cayman AML/CTF/CPF and Sanctions compliance frameworks
•    Monitoring, and auditing compliance with Cayman AML/CTF/CPF and Sanctions regulatory requirements
•    Risk management
•    Excellent interpersonal skills, along with written and oral communication skills;
•    Good time management skills; attention to detail; and exceptional organizational skills;
•    Computer Literacy is essential with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

 
An internationally recognized professional qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA) would be an asset!