Opportunity
Compliance is pivotal to executing our firm's mission effectively. Our Compliance function cultivates a robust culture by establishing global business rules. Working closely with business, legal, risk, and audit teams, we identify, measure, and monitor adherence to laws, rules and regulations. We provide expert guidance on regulatory matters, perform monitoring, and test our compliance controls. The Channel Islands Compliance team ensures that policies are consistently implemented while adapting to local laws and regulations.
As a Compliance Manager (Vice President) in the Channel Islands Compliance Team, you will provide primary support for the regulated Trust Company Business (TCB) as well as support regional and global Private Bank compliance initiatives and programs. Your role will be central to the implementation of the compliance practice agenda. This will require interaction with regional practice leads to drive consistency and ensure local considerations are adequately covered as a part of activities supported regionally.
This opportunity will suit someone with strong organisational skills, regulatory and compliance or equivalent background, preferably in the following areas-
Specific knowledge of Jersey regulatory requirements, particularly relating to Trust Company Business desirable for Private clients Monitoring & Testing Governance and Oversight Risk Assessment & ReportingThe role requires the building of relationships with colleagues within various stakeholder groups particularly control management functions and business management.
Job Responsibilities
Implement and update policies, procedures and the local Compliance/AML Manual, as necessary. Keep abreast of regulatory and legislative changes and providing advice to enable our business to operate in a compliant and controlled manner. Contribute to the performance of Compliance and AML risk assessments, the testing and monitoring program, and new business regulatory reviews and where necessary coordinate within the legal entity and across other group legal entities, as necessary. Review regulations, conduct gap analyses, and work with divisional partners to develop policies and procedures within the legal entity and across other group legal entities, as necessary. Investigate and report suspicious activities to the relevant authorities, including filing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs). Maintain records of all AML-related activities and reports. be able to work in partnership with the local Compliance team, local Management, Board of Directors, and other senior members of the firm. Act as key person (Compliance Officer, MLRO and MLCO). Assist the Head of Compliance in respect of regulatory exams, internal and external audits. Partner with the regional Private Bank Compliance and Global Financial Crime Compliance (GFCC) teams as well as functions to support the Wealth Management - International Trust Services business. Participate in regional Private Bank governanceRequired Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills
Educated to Bachelors degree standard and should have a professional qualification. Demonstrated experience in the financial services industry focused on Trust Company Business. In-depth knowledge of AML laws, regulations, and best practices. Strong analytical and investigative skills. Relevant Compliance experience or equivalent activities. Ability to consistently deliver high quality results. Team player with strong interpersonal and influencing skills. Positive professional and can-do attitude. Ability to prioritize, work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Highly developed writing skills. Ability to summarize complex topics concisely and drive practical outcomes.Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills
Ability to communicate with Senior Management, Legal Entity Boards. Proven ability to make sound decisions, including escalation when appropriate.