Our client is a leading international corporate services and advisory firm with a reputation for first-class delivery and technical expertise.
They are currently seeking to hire a pro-active and self-motivated Head of Compliance to join their team.
This role will offer the opportunity to work with both international and domestic clients across a broad range of industries.
As detailed below, the minimum requirement of this role is responsibility for AML compliance however, for applicants with a legal qualification and appropriate experience, there is scope for the successful candidate to also assume ownership for Company Secretarial and Legal (In-House Counsel).
Therefore, the core duties and requirements of this role is to assume ownership for client compliance on a daily basis as follows: AML/KYC processes and activities, transaction execution in respect of new and existing transactions.
Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) for internal and external (Schedule 2) companies.
Liaise with clients, counterparties and advisers in respect of new and existing transactions, including coordination of on-boarding and transaction execution The key requirement is relevant legal or AML/KYC qualification, though applicants with significant experience in a similar corporate services role will also be considered; (aviation experience is an advantage but not necessary).
As outlined, a qualified solicitor would also have the opportunity to head the compliance and legal function including the following, subject to experience and training: Provide directorship and advisory services to clients Staff training / ongoing guidance Review of output / arrange Review Meetings with assigned team members as appropriate Assist with the review of client profitability schedules in conjunction with team members.
Review of client transaction documents and assisting internal client managers with legal or compliance matters, arising both at a Pivotal Corporate or client level.
Preparing transaction summaries and transaction minutes relating to clients across various industry sectors Provide assistance or guidance on corporate and commercial law queries arising.
Liaise with external counsel or clients as deemed appropriate.
Skills: Compliance Legal Corporate Governance advisory MLRO corporate services