Job Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced professional to join our team in Dublin. The successful candidate will provide support to the Head of Compliance Ireland in ensuring regulatory compliance for Invesco Investment Management Limited and the Irish funds under its management.
About the Role
The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a compliance role or related role within the Funds Industry, preferably in a management company. A strong understanding of the general Regulatory environment in Ireland is also essential.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide support to the Head of Compliance Ireland in her role as Designated Person for Regulatory Compliance.
* Assist with responding to regulatory queries and Central Bank documentation requests, including collation of documents and liaison with internal stakeholders.
* Attend internal and external stakeholder meetings and assist the Head of Compliance in relation to any action points.
* Assist the Head of Compliance in maintaining a log of operational errors for the company, in reviewing MI received from centralised compliance teams and in the oversight of the AML/CTF function for the company.
* Respond to internal queries as they arise, make the business aware of measures to be taken to ensure compliance and help tailor compliance solutions to business conditions.
* Continually monitor and assess the impact of regulatory developments and participate in business and regulatory change projects and initiatives as required, providing advice and analysis in relation to relevant regulatory requirements.
* Assist the Head of Compliance Ireland in preparing regular compliance reports to management and the Board, and support any applicable regulatory reporting.
* Update and maintain compliance policies and procedures. Ensure that local compliance policies and procedures meet regulatory requirements, best market and Invesco practice.
* Ensure compliance of the company with the Central Bank requirements around Fitness & Probity and Individual Accountability frameworks, including co-ordinating the annual Fitness & Probity assessments and delivering training on Individual Accountability.
Requirements
* Prior experience in a compliance role or related role within the Funds Industry essential, preferably in a management company.
* Strong understanding of the general Regulatory environment in Ireland; in particular the UCITS Regulations, CP 86, AML and CBI Fitness & Probity and Individual Accountability frameworks.
* Previous experience of interaction with the Central Bank of Ireland's online reporting system for regulatory returns desirable.
* Bachelor's degree in an applicable discipline or equivalent experience.
* Certification in a related field of practice is desirable (LCOI).
* Strong interpersonal skills including written/oral communication skills.
* Enthusiasm to work in a dynamic environment with the appetite to learn and develop skills as both the business and the regulatory environment evolve.
* High standard of accuracy and excellent attention to detail.
* Ability to prioritise workloads and adhere to deadlines.
* Excellent organisational and analytical skills.
* Ability to handle multiple tasks and to collaborate in a team.
* Energetic, enthusiastic, robust and impactful.
What We Offer
* A competitive annual leave allowance.
* Flexible working options, including hybrid working arrangements.
* Generous pension provisions.
* Life protection.
* Health and wellness benefits.
* Volunteering days.
* Enhanced parental leave.
* Life insurance.
Workplace Model
We have a flexible workplace model that supports our culture and meets the needs of our clients while providing flexibility for our employees. As a full-time employee, compliance with the workplace policy means working with your direct manager to create a schedule where you will work in your designated office at least three days a week, with two days working outside an Invesco office.