Head of Compliance & MLRO
- Permanent
Luxembourg, Luxembourg (Canton)
The details
The Role: Head of Compliance & MLRO
The Client: Fintech
The Location: Luxembourg
A fantastic opportunity to join a market-leading fintech in private markets solutions at an exciting stage of their growth. They are looking for a hands-on and dynamic compliance leader to step in as the Head of Compliance & MLRO. You'll be driving the development and implementation of a robust compliance framework, while acting as the designated compliance officer for the MIFID-regulated entity.
This is a high-impact role where you'll shape the company's compliance culture, ensuring strong governance across the UK and Europe. As MLRO / RC for the Luxembourg entity, you'll advise the business on global monitoring obligations and make sure compliance is adhered to across the organisation.
The Role:
- Ensure the company remains fully compliant with UK, Luxembourg and EU regulatory requirements
- Stay ahead of all regulatory changes, thereby advising senior management on all risks and obligations
- Build and maintain the firm's compliance framework, including policies, procedures and controls
- Produce and manage internal and external compliance reporting, escalating any findings to senior management
- Deliver compliance training and guidance to staff, ensuring there is a strong compliance culture across the business
Prior Experience:
- Experienced and qualified (ICA, CAMS, or CISI) compliance professional with 7+ years' experience, ideally within Financial Services, Investment Management or Private Banking in Luxembourg
- Strong knowledge of AIFMD & MIFID regulations, with experience in AML, CFT and KYC frameworks
- Fluent in English. French or German speakers would be a bonus
- Knowledge of using AI in compliance related tasks will be an advantage
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