CareerFinders, on behalf of our client, a rapidly expanding Investment Firm with offices across Cyprus, we are seeking to recruit a Senior Compliance Officer to join their growing team based in Limassol. As a Senior Compliance Officer, you will play a vital role in the development, implementation, and maintenance of compliance policies and procedures, ultimately ensuring the Company complies with all relevant regulations and industry standards. Our client is seeking applicants who are ideally educated to degree level in Law, Finance, Economics, Business or related field, who possess approximately 4+ years of experience as a Compliance Officer, or in a similar position within the Financial Services sector. Holders of the CySEC Advanced, CySEC AML, or ACAMS certificates are encouraged to apply, and fluency in both verbal and written English is essential. Our client offers a highly attractive remuneration and benefits package which includes performance-related bonuses, provident fund, discount benefit card, and up to 25 days paid leave per year. 

Key Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Stay up to date with regulatory changes and updates in the industry.
• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies and procedures.
• Ensure the organization complies with all relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments to identify potential compliance issues.
• Monitor daily operations to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Develop and deliver training programs on compliance and regulatory matters for employees.
• Perform, verify and supervise the KYC due diligence checks.
• Ensure all staff are aware of and understand their compliance responsibilities.
• Identify and assess compliance risks, implementing measures to mitigate these risks.
• Investigate and resolve compliance-related incidents and breaches.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure a cohesive approach to compliance.
• Communicate compliance expectations, guidelines and updates across the organization.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of compliance activities.
• Ensure documentation is readily available for audits and regulatory inspections.
• Serve as a resource and advisor to the Compliance team on compliance and AML-related matters. Provide guidance and support to her team and relevant departments to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Reviewing, investigating, and assisting with the resolution of client complaints.
• Advising and assisting the relevant person responsible for carrying out the investment services to be compliant with the applicable laws.

Key Skills/Experience: 

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Economics, Business or related field.
• At least 4 years of experience as a Compliance Officer or a similar position in the financial services industry.
• CySEC Advanced, CySEC AML or ACAMS certificates will be considered as an advantage.
• Previous experience with CySEC, FSA, FSCA, VFSC, FSC will be considered as advantage.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Fluent in English (verbal and written).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Strong critical & logical thinking.
• Analysis & research skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.

Key Benefits: 

• Attractive remuneration package.
• Quarterly bonuses based on personal performance.
• Corporate fund scheme.
• Discretionary yearly bonus based on company's and personal performance .
• Discount benefit card.
• Yearly training budget.
• Up to 25 days holidays per year.

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV, along with any covering letter to jobs@careerfinders.com.cy quoting the reference number CAR7795. Please note that due to the high volumes of applications received only shortlisted applicants will be responded to. By sending us your CV you are giving CareerFinders your consent to be contacted for this and any other suitable vacancies that we believe match your skills and experience. To view our privacy policy, please click www.careerfinders.com.cy/privacy-policy.