Our client is a leading financial services provider with offices throughout the globe. Due to expansion a vacancy has arisen in their London offices for a Compliance Officer. Reporting to Head of Compliance key duties and responsibilities of the role are as follows;
- Take part in setting standards and policies as well as promoting best practice across the business.
- Ensure that market abuse and Chinese wall issues are identified and appropriately managed.
- Keep up to date and aware of changes in legislation and regulation, advising the relevant businesses of the compliance implications.
- Develop and promote a greater awareness of compliance issues amongst staff.
- Ensure that all new products, initiatives and strategic changes are launched in a compliant manner.
- Liaise and assist in building relationships with regulators and other business areas.
- Develop and deliver regulatory training for compliance staff.
- Work closely with the Surveillance team, providing assistance as required.
- Develop and promote a stronger awareness of client on boarding requirements as well as assisting in the development of anti money laundering, sanctions and data protection policies.
The successful candidate will be expected to interpret, articulate and explain complex rules, regulations, policies and procedures in a fast paced environment. Lastly, it is envisaged that you will be of graduate calibre and have a deep knowledge and understanding of compliance gained within a investment banking environment.