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About the Role We are looking for an experienced and strategic Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) to lead our Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing compliance function.
This is a key role in ensuring our business meets evolving regulatory requirements while maintaining a commercial and risk-based approach to financial crime compliance.
The successful candidate will work cross-functionally, engaging with internal and external stakeholders including senior leadership and regulatory bodies while developing best-in-class AML frameworks that integrate seamlessly into our business operations.
Responsibilities Execute strategic, risk-based decisions to ensure AML compliance aligns with both regulatory requirements and the evolving business strategy.
Act as the primary point of contact for AML matters with internal and external stakeholders, including Enterprise Risk Management, Model Governance, Audit, Client Onboarding, the Central Bank of Ireland, CSSF (Luxembourg) and Law Enforcement.
Develop and oversee initiatives to implement measures addressing new regulatory requirements and emerging financial crime typologies, translating them into clear, business-focused processes.
Oversee the implementation and ongoing maintenance of firm policies and written supervisory procedures related to AML compliance.
Manage responses to regulatory or enforcement inquiries concerning AML policies and related issues.
Formulate and implement remedial action plans in response to findings from external audits.
Work with Transfer Agents and collaborate with our internal Operations teams to enhance and streamline processes.
Qualifications Significant experience in financial crime compliance, risk management, or regulatory oversight, ideally in a senior leadership role within a financial institution or regulatory body.
Proven track record of leading and managing an MLRO function, with experience engaging with European regulators.
Strong knowledge of Transfer Agency (TA) operations, including investor servicing, transaction processing, and reporting requirements.
Ability to drive operational improvements and collaborate cross-functionally to develop best-in-class investor servicing solutions.
A Bachelor's degree in law, business, finance, or accounting is preferred.
Holder of PCF-52 or similar, registered with an equivalent regulatory authority.
Deep understanding of the 4th and 5th Money Laundering Directives, EU sanction regimes and related regulatory frameworks.
Expertise in open-source intelligence gathering and the ability to identify money laundering red flags.
Demonstrated ability to leverage technology and collaborate with tech-enabled teams to enhance financial crime compliance efficiencies.
Strong grasp of emerging technologies with the ability to adapt to rapid innovation and evolving regulatory landscapes Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to devise compliance solutions that balance regulatory requirements and commercial objectives.
Detail-oriented, commercially minded and highly adaptable.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience engaging regulators and senior leadership.
Independent and critical thinker with the ability to anticipate and evaluate financial crime risks at a strategic level.
Ability to multitask effectively and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
A team player who can collaborate effectively and efficiently with cross-functional teams.
A high degree of independence, initiative and decisiveness, with a willingness to be challenged and think outside the box.
Benefits 28 days holiday p/a + Bank holidays - with the option to roll up to 5 days p/a Employee Share Options Private Health insurance Private Dental cover Life Insurance, 3x salary ClassPass Health and Wellness membership Juno Flexi benefit allowance EAP support Company pension ParentPromise Digital new parent support Titanbay does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, colour, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.