Assistant Manager - Risk & Compliance - Morris Jane : Job Details

Our client, a leading Fund Services business with a global presence are looking to recruit an Assistant Manager - Risk and Compliance, with a primary focus on further enhancing the strong R&C culture within the organisation. This includes a proactive Risk & Compliance advisory service that supports the UK R&C Team, Money Laundering Compliance Officer and Compliance & Nominated Officers. Mentoring and training of more junior members of staff and helping to achieve team objectives.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Assist with the development and execution of risk and compliance strategies, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.

• Supervise a team of compliance professionals, providing direction and support on complex issues.

• Conduct high-level risk assessments and oversee the development of comprehensive mitigation plans.

• Ensure the organisation's compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements and internal policies.

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with regulatory bodies and other external stakeholders.

• Report on risk and compliance activities to senior management and the board of directors.

• Oversee the investigation and resolution of major compliance breaches and incidents.

• Develop and implement robust training programmes aimed at enhancing the organisation's compliance culture.

• Evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the risk management and compliance programs, making recommendations for enhancements.

• Policy & procedure advisory focus across all divisions.

• Providing advice and guidance to the business in relation to risk, compliance and AML issues.

• Completing ad-hoc Risk & Compliance projects.

• Producing management information in a timely manner.

• Undertaking horizon scanning and ensuring all actions are tracked in a timely fashion.

• Adhering to Risk & Compliance procedures in relation to regulatory requirements and AML/CFT legislation.

• Promoting awareness of regulatory principles and requirements on a day-to-day basis.

• Ensuring own knowledge of, and compliance with, policies and procedures.

• Maintaining an up to date understanding of the relevant legal and regulatory requirements and maintaining awareness of developments and changes to compliance and risk management matters.

• Assisting with the review of new laws, rules and regulatory requirements and in conjunction with the wider R&C team, liaising with local management and advising the Board about their impact and ensuring these requirements are met and always operates good practice.

• Attending relevant seminars and conferences.

• Undertaking any other duties as deemed necessary by Management.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Understanding of risk factors.

• Hands on and collaborative approach.

• An ability to work in an organised manner and have excellent attention to detail.

• An ability to work towards deadlines.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Effective leadership and management skills.