KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – The below is a non-exhaustive list of the duties to be performed by the Team Leader.

A.     Regulatory Compliance & Reporting

• Assist in the preparation, review, and timely submission of statutory and regulatory reports to the FSC, FIU, CBRD, MRA, and other relevant authorities.
• Interpret new and existing laws of Mauritius, regulations, and guidance to assess their impact on the business.
• Interpret relevant laws of other jurisdictions as may be required and assist in the implementation of the different requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date registers and compliance calendars.

B.     AML/CFT Framework Monitoring

• Support the implementation and ongoing monitoring of AXIS’ AML/CFT policies, procedures and controls.
• Conduct transaction monitoring reviews and suspicious transaction identification.
• Oversee client risk assessments and KYC file reviews.
• Assist in the preparation of AML/CFT training content and deliver sessions when needed.

C.      Regulatory Inspections & Audit Support

• Coordinate and support all regulatory inspections and internal/external audits.
• Assist in the collation and submission of inspection-related documents.

D.     Monitoring & Testing Program

• Assist the execution of the annual compliance monitoring program.
• Identify potential non-compliance issues, propose corrective actions, and follow up on their implementation.
• Maintain and update compliance risk registers.

E.      Project Management

• Lead or participate in compliance-related projects (e.g., system upgrades, policy rollouts, remediation programs).
• Ensure deliverables are met within set timelines and report progress to the Manager.
• Assist/Participate in digital transformation initiatives within the compliance function.

 F.      Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise and mentor junior compliance staff.
• Oversee task delegation and monitor quality of work.
• Assist Manager in providing training and development guidance within the compliance team.
• To promote a positive attitude and develop team spirit.
• To develop initiatives to enhance team efficiency and effectiveness.
• To provide constructive feedback to team members.
• To address and resolve conflicts among team members, fostering open communication.
• To be accountable for team’s operational performance where appropriate.
• To assist Manager/Assistant Manager in conducting performance reviews of juniors.
• To ensure accuracy and quality checks on all deliveries by the team.

G.     Client liaison and Compliance Coordination

• To be the point of contact for clients as appropriate.
• To liase with clients and other parties on compliance matters.
• To proactively resolve clients’ issues and escalate as required.
• To assist in scheduling the Client Risk Assessment Forum on a quarterly basis and help in the preparation of the relevant documentation for the meeting.
• To collaborate with other departments to direct compliance issues to appropriate existing channels for investigation and resolution.
• To monitor, and coordinate compliance activities of other departments to remain abreast of the status of all compliance activities and to identify trends.

H.     Regulatory Research, Reporting & Compliance Support

• Assemble research, compile data and prepare reports (where appropriate).
• Writing and/or assisting in writing articles on Compliance matters.
• To ensure the client entities are compliant with the AML regulatory framework and policies and procedures of the entities.
• Any other cognate duties that may from time to time be required which are appropriate to the role and business requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Holds a degree holder in Law, Finance, Business, Management or any other relevant compliance related qualifications.
• At least 5 years of relevant working experience in the compliance field within the Global business sector.
• Competent in motivating and driving a team.
• Can effectively coach and train subordinates.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Is a clear communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Is able to draft effective communications (emails, letters, memos, instructions) with good grammar, spelling & proofreading skills.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-moving, demanding, high-pressure environment and maintain confidentiality.
• Highly motivated with the ability to work well as an individual and in team.
• Computer Literate: Ms. Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook.