Job Description
The Panel is exclusively engaged to source a Head of Compliance on behalf of a reputable MIFID Investment Firm in Dublin city centre on a 6 Month FTC basis In this role you will report to the Chief Risk Officer EMEA and the Managing Director and you will be responsible for managing all aspects of regulatory compliance for the Irish entity and for oversight and assurance over the entitys Anti-Money Laundering Framework. The successful candidate will hold the Central Bank of Irelands Head of Compliance (PCF-12) and Head of Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorist Financing Legislation Compliance (PCF-52) Pre-Approval Controlled Function roles. Responsibilities: To be responsible for management and oversight of Compliance frameworks, policies, processes and training to ensure that the Irish entity complies with relevant governing laws, regulations, directives, standards and guidelines and that staff are made aware of their obligations. To ensure optimal management of Irish entities relationship with the CBI and other European regulators, demonstrating the Firms commitment to transparency, co-operation and commitment to the highest standards of conduct. To ensure that regulatory developments relevant to the Irish entity are identified and communicated effectively within the firm and that relevant business areas are advised of any potential impact. To be responsible for the provision of high quality compliance advice and providing guidance to senior management to support the Firms business activities in accordance with the entity and Group Risk Appetite statements and all prevailing regulatory requirements To oversee regular compliance reviews, where applicable, are conducted in partnership with the Groups Compliance Monitoring function. To engage with and oversee Group Compliance functions that provide services to the firm through intra-group outsourcing arrangements To ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of compliance controls and processes and improve them continuously To ensure that an effective Anti-Money Laundering (AML) framework is in place for the Irish entity and that all procedures meet all relevant regulatory requirements. To oversee AML activities and processes and to report on these to the Board of Directors. To act as MLRO for the firm To ensure the that the Compliance Department is represented in, and compliance advice is provided to, internal and external project teams on a regional and global level including, where applicable, working as part of such project teams. People management responsibility for three direct reports. Requirements A strong track record in Compliance and AML at a senior level including previous experience of holding a relevant PCF role Experience in the Asset Management or Fund Industry or in the broader Financial Services Industry A strong understanding of MiFID II and Anti Financial Crime legislation A strong understanding of EU regulatory regime Degree in business administration, law or similar is desirable. Fluent in English. Knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite. A strong sense of integrity and a demonstrable approach to discretion recognising that he/she may periodically be in receipt of sensitive information. The salary for this role is negotiable depending on experience and includes an excellent benefits package Please contact Liam Murphy if you meet the key criteria and wish to apply Skills: Compliance AML MLRO