Department:
Risk and Compliance
Location:
Ireland
Description
This role requires the provision of comprehensive support and assistance to the Risk and Compliance Jurisdictional Lead in respect of compliance, risk, financial crime and sanctions.
This role, based in Ireland, is required to support the Risk and Compliance Team, to help ensure that Ogier employees abide by their regulatory obligations and conform to industry best practices and professional standards.
This role is a Pre-Approval Controlled Function role under the Central Bank of Ireland Fitness and Probity Regulations. Central Bank's approval as well as commitment to adhere to the IAF Conduct Standards is a requirement for this role.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as Money Laundering Reporting Officer (CF-2) and Head of Anti Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing (PCF-52) in relation to the fund administration business In Ireland
* Assist the Risk and Compliance Jurisdictional Lead with the day-to-day running of the Ireland Compliance and Risk function
* Assist the Risk and Compliance Jurisdictional Lead in identifying, assessing, monitoring, managing and mitigating money laundering and financing of terrorism risks
* Assist in implementing and maintaining Risk, Compliance, and AML/CFT policies and procedures.
* Review new and when required existing high risk clients to ensure that they have been on-boarded in accordance with agreed procedures which are in line with local laws, regulations and guidance
* Provide input into the development and performance of the Group Compliance Monitoring Programme
* Assist with the development and delivery of appropriate training to all staff
* Act as a point of contact for Compliance queries from fee earners and support staff
* Assist with the analysis of legal and regulatory changes in the relevant jurisdiction as directed
* Assist with managing relationships with the relevant Regulators including reporting
* Take responsibility for input and maintenance of key compliance registers that support Compliance Monitoring Programme activities, board management information and regulatory reporting
* Assist with Board reporting
* Support on key AML and/or compliance strategy projects
* Provide cover during absences
Skills, Knowledge And Expertise
* Strong understanding of regulatory requirements relevant to Ogier's operations in Ireland.
* Proven track record working in the Funds industry
* Experience of successfully working in a Compliance function in a regulated business environment
* Knowledge and understanding of various trust and company structures and Irish AML/ CDD requirements
* Ability to make decisions and use initiative within the scope of regulatory requirements, policies and procedures
* Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work effectively as part of a team
* Good analytical and organisational skills, ability to prioritise work load and meet tight deadlines
* Demonstrated effective verbal and written communicator
* Ability to develop and maintain a good relationship with internal and external clients
* Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Viewpoint and SharePoint
* Holding or working towards a relevant compliance-related qualification, such as the LCOI