#CR79749 Type: Full time

CareerFinders, on behalf of our client, an award-winning global Contract for Difference (CFD) and FX Broker, regulated by multiple authorities including CySEC here in Cyprus, we are seeking to recruit a Compliance Officer to join their growing team based in Limassol. As the Compliance Officer will be responsible for assisting in the development, implementation, and monitoring of compliance programs to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies. Our client is seeking applicants who are ideally educated to degree level in Law, Finance, Accounting, or another related field, who hold a relevant certification from The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC). You will need to possess approximately 3+ years of relevant experience in compliance within the financial services or investment industry, with a focus on European regulations and extensive knowledge of CySEC regulations, as well as other relevant laws and regulations pertaining to online trading, CFDs, and FX products across the European region. Fluency in English is a must and proficiency in any other European languages will be considered an advantage. A highly attractive remuneration and benefits package is on offer, which includes performance-related bonuses, private medical insurance, and a fitness allowance.

 

Key Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Implement and maintain a comprehensive compliance program that ensures adherence to CySEC regulations, as well as all relevant laws and industry standards across the European region.
• Develop and implement compliance policies, procedures, and controls, and ensure their consistent application across all European operations.
• Ensure effective oversight of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) measures by maintaining robust Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures in compliance with regulatory requirements. Collaborate closely with the marketing team to ensure that all digital marketing and online advertising activities comply with applicable regulations and industry best practices.
• Review and approve marketing materials, websites, social media content, and promotional campaigns for regulatory compliance and accuracy.
• Provide guidance and training on regulatory requirements to various departments within the company structure.
• Stay up to date with regulatory developments and advise business stakeholders on the changes required to ensure continued compliance.
• Conduct periodic compliance audits and reviews to assess the effectiveness of the company's compliance program and identify areas for improvement.
• Investigate and resolve compliance-related issues, complaints, or incidents in a timely and effective manner.
• Prepare and submit comprehensive compliance reports, notifications, and filings as required by regulatory authorities.
• Assist in liaising with regulatory authorities and preparing reports or responses as required.
• Work closely with third-party providers to ensure that all outsourced services are executed to the highest standards, in full compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Foster a strong culture of compliance and ethical behaviour within the organization by promoting awareness and understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.

 

Key Skills/Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Holder of CySEC Advanced and AML Certificates.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in compliance within the financial services or investment industry, with a focus on European regulations.
• Extensive knowledge of CySEC regulations, as well as other relevant laws and regulations pertaining to online trading, CFDs, and FX products across the European region.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, with the ability to effectively convey complex regulatory information to various stakeholders, including senior management and regulatory authorities.
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in additional European languages is an advantage.
• Strong sense of integrity and responsibility.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

 

Key Benefits: 

 

• Be part of a dynamic and multi-cultural team.
• Career growth opportunities with global offices.
• Competitive salary.
• Performance-based bonus.
• Private medical insurance.
• Education subsidy & full-paid Study Leave.
• Fitness membership allowance.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Birthday Leave.

 

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV, along with any covering letter to jobs@careerfinders.com.cy quoting the reference number CAR8086. 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.