Senior Compliance Officer / MLRO / AMLCO

A highly reputed financial services group in the Cayman Islands is seeking an exceptional Senior Compliance Officer / MLRO / AMLCO to lead its compliance function. This is a high-profile role with group-wide responsibility and board-level visibility. The position offers an outstanding opportunity for a seasoned professional who is bright, proactive, reliable, and committed, with a proven track record of excellence and stability in their career.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in compliance, AML/CFT requirements, and regulatory engagement, coupled with strong operational discipline and exceptional integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as Compliance Officer and MLRO for the group, overseeing adherence to all applicable AML/CFT requirements across multiple regulated entities.
• Manage client onboarding and periodic review processes, including review and approval of new client files and ongoing monitoring activities.
• Serve as the main point of contact for CIMA and coordinate all regulatory inspections.
• Liaise with internal auditors on AML audit processes and findings.
• Provide regular and comprehensive board reporting, including quarterly compliance reports.
• Maintain and monitor all compliance and due diligence records, including statutory registers (SARs, Declined Business, Litigation, Staff Training, etc.).
• Manage the Beneficial Ownership Reporting process, including file preparation and monthly submissions.
• Lead and oversee staff adherence to CDD collection and ML/CFT risk mitigation activities.
• Proactively monitor and implement changes to AML/CFT legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Provide or coordinate AML/CFT compliance training across the group.
• Maintain and update the group compliance manual with appropriate version control.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with all relevant internal policies and procedures, including client take-on and database management.
• If required, support the group’s AMLCO service line and act as AML Officer for selected fund clients.
• Perform additional duties as required, consistent with the scope and responsibility of the role.

Candidate Profile:

• Demonstrable track record of career stability and success in senior compliance and MLRO positions within regulated financial services businesses.
• Deep understanding of Cayman Islands and international AML/CFT requirements and regulatory expectations.
• Outstanding analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage regulatory inspections and maintain productive relationships with regulators.
• Highly reliable, ethical, and committed, with a genuine passion for excellence and best practice in compliance.
• Proven ability to manage and influence at board level and across all levels of staff.
• Must be proactive, self-motivated, and capable of operating with a high degree of independence and professionalism.