A market leader in global financial services and next-generation multi-channel trading software systems, are working with GRS to recruit a Chief Compliance Officer to join their rapidly expanding Nicosia operation. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role with CySEC certifications. If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience, then this Nicosia based Chief Compliance Officer position would be a great career move in joining a company who believe that their greatest success is their people and where you can grow your career to new heights.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Having overall responsibility for the company’s Compliance function.
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Maintaining excellent understanding of the relevant regulatory requirements and providing guidance and advice to management and other colleagues.
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Developing, maintaining, and updating compliance and AML manuals, policies, procedures, and controls.
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Developing and implementing a risk-based compliance monitoring program.
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Updating and implementing ongoing monitoring procedures for Corporate Authorised Representative, distributors or affiliate arrangements and reviewing the Company’s marketing material and affiliates on an ongoing basis.
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Conducting reviews/audits of departments, key business and other processes and activities to ensure the continued adherence to and effective implementation of policies, procedures, and regulations.
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Identifying, examining, and reporting suspicious activities related to money laundering and terrorist financing.
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Taking corrective action in case that compliance violations are observed.
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Having responsibility for the compliance risk assessment process, ensuring that all compliance risks are appropriately identified, assessed, reported, and monitored.
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Acting as the designated Compliance and AML Officer for CYSEC.
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Handling all regulatory communication and acting as the contact person with CYSEC.
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Preparing and submitting periodic and ad hoc reports to CYSEC and the Board of Directors.
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Leading, managing, and developing the company’s Compliance team.
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Promoting and enhancing a strong company-wide compliance culture.
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Delivering internal trainings on compliance-related matters, including internal policies and procedures, the application of guidelines, standards and relevant regulatory requirements.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
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Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance or other related field.
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Holder of the Advanced and AML CYSEC Certifications.
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At least 3 years of experience in a similar role.
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Excellent knowledge of English, both verbal and written.
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Computer literacy.
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Dynamic, hands-on and results driven.
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Commercial orientation and awareness.
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Practical approach in understanding and applying regulatory requirements.
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Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
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Self-motivated with an ability to work autonomously.
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Team player.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
To apply for this position, please email your CV to
Ross Pitman ,
ross@grsrecruitment.com quoting the above job reference or call
+357 25 342 720 for further information.