About the Role
The Compliance Manager will be responsible for providing crucial support to the Head of Compliance, ensuring regulatory adherence and effective financial crime prevention across the business. This pivotal role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of our specialist bank serving clients primarily in the UK and South Africa.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the Head of Compliance by providing expert advice and guidance to staff on compliance and financial crime matters.
* Monitor new regulations and legislation, assessing their impact on the business.
* Contribute to key projects requiring regulatory and compliance input.
* Focus on areas such as Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Markets in Financial Instruments Directive II (MiFID II), Client Asset Requirements, Market Abuse Regulations, European Market Infrastructure Regulation (EMIR), Individual Accountability Framework, and Central Bank Codes.
* Review and enhance firm-wide policies, procedures, and controls related to compliance and financial crime.
* Assist in regulatory communications with relevant authorities.
* Develop and deliver compliance and financial crime training for staff.
* Conduct compliance monitoring and oversight to ensure regulatory requirements are met.
* Engage with external advisors and consultants when required.
* Represent the bank at industry seminars and networking events related to compliance and financial crime.
Requirements:
* 3rd-level qualification in Legal, Professional, or Business fields.
* In-depth experience in a compliance role, with a strong understanding of Irish AML/CTF legislation.
* Excellent analytical and presentation skills.
* Strong working knowledge of financial products and markets.
* Ability to work independently with initiative.
* A natural team player, comfortable collaborating in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
* A proactive mindset with a desire to learn and grow.
* Working knowledge of MiFID II an advantage.
* Professional Diploma in Compliance (LCI) or equivalent qualification preferred.