Senior Compliance Officer

Nicosia

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Cyprus

Full Time

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On-Site

Job Description

Compliance Management:

Develop, implement, and oversee the company's compliance policies and procedures.
Conduct Client Regulatory work for Company’s Clients
Ensure sanctions compliance of the Group as well as the clients.
Conduct regular compliance risk assessments to identify and address potential issues.
Stay abreast of changes in financial regulations and ensure timely adjustments to company policies.

Regulatory Affairs:

Monitor and interpret financial regulations, advising the executive team on potential impacts.
Conduct Group regulatory work for Group of Companies
Interact with regulatory bodies to ensure the company's understanding and adherence to regulatory requirements.
Provide guidance on regulatory implications of business decisions.

Manage the process of obtaining and renewing licenses for the company in various jurisdictions.
Research and analyse regulatory requirements in different regions to ensure compliance.
Develop strategies to expand the company's presence in new jurisdictions while navigating licensing requirements.

Coordinating the licensing process of funds in reputable fund jurisdictions, such as Cayman Islands, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, BVI etc
Set up the methodology for the licensing of such funds, in accordance with the company’s policy

Internal Legal Counsel:

Drafting, revising, negotiating, and concluding any legal agreements/documents.
Attending to legal matters of the Fund and Corporate Administration departments.
Liaison with external lawyers in servicing clients.
Advising Senior Management team on any legal matters pertaining to the Group.
Researching, anticipating, and guarding the Group against legal risks.
Developing Group policies on an array of matters.
Assessing the impact of forthcoming regulations issued on national, European, and international level.

Methodology Review, Development, and update:

Draft, update, and communicate company policies in line with the Company’s methodology
Ensure policies align with regulatory requirements.
Establish procedures for policy adherence and enforcement.

Reporting:

Coordinate and submit regulatory filings and submissions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Prepare regular reports for executive leadership and relevant stakeholders.
Provide updates on compliance metrics and regulatory changes.
Reports directly to Group CEO

Training and Communication:

Regulatory update from all the regulatory bodies that the Group is operating with.
Be aware of sanctions and AML updates.
Conduct training sessions for employees to raise awareness of compliance requirements.
Communicate changes in regulations and compliance policies effectively throughout the organization.

Your Profile

University Degree in Law (LLB), Post-graduate degree preferable
Member of the Cyprus Bar Association or any equivalent qualification from an EU member state.
Extensive experience in compliance and regulatory roles within the financial services industry and a holder of CYSEC and ICPAC AML Certifications
Strong understanding of fund administration and related regulatory frameworks.
Knowledge of licensing processes and requirements in various jurisdictions.
At least 3-5 years of relevant working experience, in a supervisory role.
Strong drafting skills and hands-on experience in the preparation of contracts and provision of legal advice in contract, commercial, trade and employment law matters.
Ability to deliver on instructions and work as part of a team.
Proven ability to manage time and workload, meet deadlines and prioritize tasks.
Ability to complete legal tasks independently with minimal supervision.
Computer literacy with good knowledge of Microsoft office applications.
Excellent command of the Greek and English language.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Well presented, trustworthy and punctual.

Benefits

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