Head of Compliance
We have partnered with a multinational financial services group, having an investment management arm in Luxembourg covering both UCITS and AIF structures.
As a Head of Compliance you will be instrumental in shaping and embedding the compliance framework for the Luxembourg entity. This is a broad and hands-on role covering both regulatory compliance and financial crime compliance (FCC), including AML/CTF, sanctions, and anti-bribery and corruption.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain the compliance framework in line with CSSF requirements for both UCITS and AIFs.
- Act as the primary point of contact for regulatory compliance matters, including monitoring regulatory developments and advising the business accordingly.
- Oversee and enhance the financial crime compliance program, including AML/CTF policies, transaction monitoring, and suspicious activity reporting.
- Conduct compliance risk assessments and support the implementation of risk mitigation strategies.
- Prepare and deliver internal compliance reports and regulatory filings.
- Support the Conducting Officer in fulfilling regulatory obligations and liaising with the CSSF.
- Collaborate with group compliance and legal teams to ensure alignment with global standards and policies.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Minimum 8 years of experience in a compliance role within the Luxembourg investment management sector.
- Strong knowledge of UCITS, AIFMD, and CSSF regulations.
- Solid understanding of financial crime compliance, including AML/CTF frameworks.
- Experience designing AML and Compliance frameworks from scratch is a plus.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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