Manager Compliance and Money Laundering Report Officer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Role and responsibilities

• To manage risk and provide strategic legal support regarding the interpretation and application of legislation, regulation, industry standards, codes of conduct and guidelines
• To ensure the implementation and ongoing compliance of ENS with internal programmes, controls and procedures with the requirements of the applicable legislations and the regulations
• Act as the appointed Money Laundering Report Officer (“MLRO”), Compliance Officer and DPO
• Contribute in designing, implementing and maintaining internal compliance manuals, policies, procedures and systems to ensure adherence to all relevant legal and regulatory requirements
• Undertake day-to-day oversight of the program for combating money laundering and terrorism financing
• Develop, manage and update the compliance frameworks, policies and standards
• Support the Board and the senior management in communicating and embedding an AML awareness culture
• Ensure regulatory change management and provide advice on compliance impact in the various business areas
• Manage and oversee all regulatory projects and ensure successful implementation thereof
• Ensure that the Board remains informed of regulatory and legislative changes and how this may impact ENS
• Provide proactive and strategic advice and practical support on compliance or regulatory matters
• Conduct regular compliance internal audits to identify and manage risk including liaising with the external auditors and implement corrective measures as needed
• Prepare and submit timely compliance reports and fillings
• Maintain accurate records of compliance activities and communications with the regulatory bodies
• Work closely with the Board to ensure compliance with relevant codes of conduct and other legislation, regulations, policies and procedures and make regular reporting, including reporting of noncompliance, to the Board
• Provide support, education and training to all the relevant employees of ENS so as to build an anti-money laundering and compliance awareness culture
• Identify and investigate all non-compliance and ensure escalation to the Board and the appropriate authorities
• Monitor, detect and report suspicious activities to the relevant authorities
• Ensure that all relevant employees of ENS are equipped to detect and report suspicious activities internally
• Ensure the preparation of off-site and on-site visits of the regulators
• Act as primary contact with the regulatory authorities and external auditors and represent ENS during regulatory examinations and investigations
• Manage compliance-related incidents and investigations and conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective actions
• Contribute to ENS’ strategic objectives by providing compliance insights and ensuring compliance considerations are integrated into the business decisions
• Perform duties attributable to a data protection officer including monitoring compliance with the data protection legislation and deliver training thereon
• Provide advice to ENS in relation to data protection and ensure that ENS complies with all data protection laws and regulations
• Liaise with all regulatory bodies

Knowledge and skills

•  Powerful Leadership skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with the Board and the senior management of ENS
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to juggle priorities and understand the urgency of all tasks, and completing such tasks without sacrificing quality or compromising on standards
• High stress tolerance and ability to work under pressure
• Ability to be assertive and tactful
• Innovative thinker with strong problem-solving ability
• Ability to take initiative and operate independently
• Flexible and adaptable to an ever-changing environment
• An eye for detail and desire to improve standards and deliver excellence
• Willingness and ability to work overtime whenever necessary to ensure the successful completion of a project / task when needs arise
• Ability to stay abreast of changes to legislative and regulatory developments
• Experience in creating and implementing a compliance strategy
• Strong analytical skills and ability to manage complex compliance issues.

Educational Qualifications

• Relevant Law Degree or ACCA or another related professional certification (CCO, CAMS)
• At least 5 – 7 years’ AML compliance related experience within a professional services environment
• At least 3 years’ experience in the management, implementation and maintenance of compliance frameworks
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• An established network with regulators in the legal or professional services sector
• Experience in creating and implementing a risk and compliance strategy
• Advanced report writing skills
• Compliance Management qualification advantageous