Head of Compliance
A well-established international financial services organisation is seeking a Head of Compliance to join its Luxembourg office.
Operating within a CSSF-regulated specialised PSF, this is a senior control-function position responsible for overseeing the compliance and AML/CFT framework, providing independent challenge to senior management, and acting as a key point of contact for regulatory matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as RC for AML/CFT matters.
- Lead the Compliance function and oversee the compliance monitoring programme.
- Serve as the primary point of contact with the CSSF and other relevant authorities.
- Maintain and enhance the AML/CFT, compliance and risk management frameworks.
- Prepare and present compliance and AML/CFT reports to Senior Management and the Board.
- Conduct regulatory risk assessments and monitor regulatory developments.
- Provide oversight and challenge of customer due diligence, onboarding and financial crime controls.
- Support business acceptance decisions through participation in governance committees.
- Deliver compliance advice and guidance to senior stakeholders across the organisation.
- Promote and maintain a strong culture of compliance and ethical conduct.
Candidate Profile
- Minimum 6 years' experience in a senior compliance and/or AML/CFT position within the Luxembourg financial services sector.
- Previous experience as Head of Compliance, RC, MLRO, Conducting Officer Compliance, Chief Compliance Officer or similar.
- Strong knowledge of Luxembourg AML/CFT regulations, CSSF requirements and financial crime frameworks.
- Experience within a specialised PSF, corporate services provider, fiduciary business, fund administrator, AIFM, ManCo or related environment.
- Proven track record interacting with regulators, senior management and Boards.
- Strong understanding of compliance monitoring, governance frameworks and risk-based control environments.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
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