Compliance Officer – Private Equity Firm
The Position
The Guernsey office for this Private Equity firm is currently going through the next phase of it's growth, and as such has a rare opportunity for a Compliance Officer to be based in the Channel Islands. This will be a standalone compliance position reporting directly into the Head of Compliance, who is based in London. Your tasks in this role will include:
- Understanding Guernsey regulatory rules and ensuring Guernsey regulations are being followed
- Monitoring, completing checks and updating of regulatory task lists for Guernsey which lists on-going regulatory obligations
- Liaising with global teams, developing and conducting training on Guernsey specific compliance matters
- Reviewing, updating and amending existing policies and manuals to ensure compliance with Guernsey legislation
- Conducting AML oversight and working with the MLRO's team to ensure AML compliance and organizing appropriate training
- Liaising with the GFSC and being the point person for external compliance communications
- Monitoring regulatory changes in Guernsey, leading responses to changes to regulations and keeping up to date with regulatory developments of the GFSC rules and guidance
- Working closely with the Compliance Officer in London and providing ad-hoc support as required by the Head of Group Compliance
Your Profile
The client is open to meeting with candidates who have 3-4 years experience within Guernsey who are looking for the next step in their career. Ideally you will hold a legal qualification with 2 years + post qualification experience. Solid experience with GFSC regulations is highly desirable. The client will consider candidates who have gained compliance experience within the Trust/Banking/Investment Management space in Guernsey. Strong interpersonal skills are a must. Some travel will be expected to both London and Switzerland. You will also need to have strong analytical skills as well as the ability to effectively implement new compliance procedures.
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