Compliance Associate

Ready to grow your career? Join MMW Financial Solutions Ltd, a sister company of Ashford Capital Ltd as Compliance Associate and work with different business lines across Mauritius.

The Role:

We are seeking a compliance associate to join our team in Ebene. This is a full-time position, and the ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring that all our clients meet all statutory, legal, and compliance obligations.

Job description:

• Ensure that Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) are properly conducted for clients before accepting engagements.
• Oversee ongoing monitoring of client relationships and ensure screening against sanctions, PEP, and adverse media databases.
• Ensure record-keeping of client identification, CDD documentation, and working papers for at least 7 years as per Companies Act.
• Conduct periodic AML/CFT risk assessments of clients and firm-wide exposure.
• Ensure KYC procedures are applied consistently across all business lines.
• Assist in maintaining up-to-date KYC checklists, forms, and procedures
• Ensure that the firm complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies, and to promote a culture of compliance and integrity across the organization.
• Ensure any breaches or non-compliance issues are promptly escalated and addressed.

Qualifications & Skills :

• Degree or Diploma in Law, Business, or related field.
• Prior experience in client onboarding, KYC, or audit firm administration is an advantage.
• Knowledge of AML/CFT laws in Mauritius preferred.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• High attention to details and ability to work both independently and in team.