Sr. Regulatory Service Officer

Responsibilities:
• Accept appointment to client entities as AMLCO, MLRO and/or DMLRO
• Stay abreast of industry updates and changes to laws and guidance and advise the client Board and/or senior management on AML/CFT/PF compliance issues and changes in the local legislative and regulatory developments
• Assist in identifying compliance risks and advise the client Board and/or senior management in the implementation of appropriate compliance policies, procedures, systems and controls to prevent money laundering, terrorist financing and proliferation financing
• Manage day to day communications with the relevant competent authorities and auditors
• Prepare for and manage inspections for clients from the relevant competent authorities and annual audits
• Liaise with external third parties, such as the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) on behalf of client entities
• Maintain client compliance logs including those with respect to controllers, senior management, breaches, complaints, clients, regulatory returns and requests from the relevant competent authorities
• Ensure all regulatory filings and ad-hoc notifications/requests are being managed and filed in a timely manner
• Manage the collection of client regulatory and compliance data for periodic reporting in addition to attending board meetings as required
• Review and maintain relevant policies and procedures as the local legislative and regulatory requirements are amended
• Liaise with clients and relevant stakeholders in relation to the collection and processing of client due diligence and related compliance matters.

Experience:
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a compliance officer within a regulated financial services provider
• University graduate with a solid understanding of the Cayman Islands AML obligations and the roles of AML Compliance Officers and Money Laundering Reporting Officers along with a recognized compliance qualification, e.g. ACAMS or ICA
• General knowledge and understanding of AEOI and FATCA/CRS filing requirements would be an asset
• Attention to detail and good time management skills as well as a high degree of integrity and a proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of applications. Knowledge of iManage and ViewPoint would be an asset
• Must have the ability to learn quickly and work well with a team as well as independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Sound organizational skills and ability to work under time pressure and extended work hours when required
• A strong sense of commitment and responsibility