Senior Compliance Officer

About the role

The Senior Compliance Officer leads the organization’s compliance framework, ensuring adherence to laws, regulations, and industry best practices. This role advises senior management and the Board on compliance, AML, and corporate governance while promoting a strong compliance culture.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement and continuously improve the compliance program, policies and procedures.
• Monitor new laws, regulations and guidance, assess business impact and ensure timely implementation.
• Lead compliance risk assessments for new products, services, initiatives and marketing campaigns.
• Oversee AML processes, approve legal agreements, contracts, account opening documents, KYC files and third‑party due diligence.
• Collaborate with Internal Audit, External Auditors, Legal, Risk Management and business units for effective oversight.
• Design and deliver compliance awareness and training programs on regulatory obligations, AML, ethics and anti‑bribery.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related field (Master’s a plus).
• 6‑10 years progressive experience in compliance, AML, risk or regulatory affairs, preferably in financial services or capital markets.
• Strong knowledge of compliance frameworks, AML/CTF regulations, sanctions, anti‑bribery laws and financial market regulations.
• Proven ability to advise senior leadership and work cross‑functionally.

Required skills