Limerick & District Credit Union, a progressive and community-focused credit union serving over 40,000 members, is seeking to appoint a Head of Regulation to join the senior leadership team. This is a critical role responsible for ensuring the Credit Union meets, maintains, and continually enhances its standards of governance, compliance, risk management and assurance across all relevant legislative and regulatory obligations. Reporting directly to the CEO, and with defined independent reporting lines to the Board and its Committees, the Head of Regulation will provide organisation-wide oversight across Risk, Compliance, AML/CFT, Data Protection functions, and will work closely with Internal and External Audit to support a strong, effective and coordinated assurance environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the Credit Unions Risk, Compliance, AML/CFT and Data Protection functions, ensuring strong governance, effective oversight and full adherence to all legislative and regulatory requirements. Oversee the identification, assessment, monitoring and reporting of all material risks, supporting informed and risk-aware decision-making at senior level. Monitor legislative, regulatory and industry developments, assess their impact, and ensure the Credit Union remains fully compliant and well positioned to respond to future regulatory and industry changes. Oversee the development, maintenance and review of policies, frameworks and procedures for Board approval, ensuring alignment with strategy, risk appetite and recognised best practice. Provide clear, accurate and timely reporting to the CEO, Board and Committees, delivering independent assurance on compliance, risk exposures, emerging matters and the effectiveness of the Credit Unions frameworks. Ensure full compliance with AML/CFT legislation, including oversight of the MLRO function and all related reporting obligations. Manage all Fitness & Probity obligations, including due diligence, ongoing monitoring and required confirmation processes. Oversee governance of outsourced service providers, including due diligence, performance monitoring, risk assessment and reviews. Prepare, and support the preparation of, Board and Committee meeting materials, regulatory submissions, and related governance reporting. Engage constructively with relevant authorities, industry bodies, and external stakeholders through required submissions and ongoing liaison. Promote a strong culture of compliance, ethical conduct and risk awareness across the Credit Union, including staff training and development. Liaise effectively with Internal and External Audit to support the timely progression and closure of audit matters. The above list is not exhaustive and may be subject to change in line with the needs of the credit union. Candidate Profile A strategic, self-motivated leader with experience operating at senior level and influencing across an organisation. Minimum 5 years experience in risk, compliance, AML/CFT, data protection or a related assurance role within financial services. A background in law, regulatory affairs, internal audit, or senior risk/compliance leadership within a regulated financial services environment is highly desirable. Demonstrated ability to provide independent oversight and regulatory insight to Boards and senior teams, supporting informed and risk-aware decision making. Strong leadership, coaching and people-development skills. Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills, with strong attention to detail. Experience in the credit union sector is an advantage. A relevant Risk or Compliance qualification (minimum diploma level) is desirable, with a commitment to ongoing professional development. The role is a Central Bank Controlled Function and is subject to strict Fitness & Probity obligations. Skills: Strategic Leadership Strategic Planning Governance Reporting Benefits: Pension Fund Professional Development