We are currently recruiting a Compliance Officer/MLRO on a full-time basis.

Key Responsibilities:

-       Monitor data/transactions to identify trends/irregular activities that may point out cases of money laundering and secure corroborating evidence on doubtful activities in order to raise level of detection and reporting;

-        Prepare AML/CFT training materials and conduct awareness sessions across the Group to raise awareness on Money Laundering issues;

-        Contribute in the preparation and submission of reports of Compliance for Management and the Board;

-        Assist, as required, with regard to regulators in the context of the latter's on-site inspection/special examinations;

-        Assist in the review of procedures for inadequacies that may ultimately entail risks;

-        Identify and assess key risk factors when considering the compliance risks relevant to clients, products/services and/or business lines;

-        Help manage a team by empowering, motivating and managing performance of employees to promote a high performance culture;

-        Prepare and submit annual compliance plans to the Board of Directors;

-        Handle AML reviews and provide advice when required

-        Provide guidance and assist employees in monitoring suspicious activities for detection purposes and in communication to external parties;

-        Assist the Board in ensuring that the organisation effectively complies with all relevant laws, regulations and industry codes and standards of best practices;

-        Participate in any projects as may be advised by Management; Reviewing and approving financial communications to ensure that they meet Regulatory standards. Overseeing the approval process

-        Preparing Management Information and board reports

-        Maintenance of risk and compliance registers

-        Keep abreast with developments in regulatory framework, financial and banking trends and industry best practices and standards towards continuous improvement initiatives

The ideal candidate should have:

• Degree, master’s degree in (Law, economics, Finance, ect..)
• Minimum of 5 years proven experience (or more) in the financial services sector; OR
• Relevant Experience of at least 3 years in the industry subject to the submission of relevant and valid AML/CFT professional certification (which include the Financial Services Institute (FSI), the Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (ACAMS), the International Compliance Association (ICA); OR
• Demonstrate a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in the industry;
• Good knowledge of Microsoft tools (Excel, Word, Power Point, ect..);
• Good attitude and communication skills