The Chief Compliance Officer plays a pivotal role in overseeing the organization's compliance function, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and best practices.
Key Responsibilities
* Reporting to the Chief Risk Officer, the Compliance Officer will provide expert advice on regulatory matters, driving strategic decision-making across the organization.
* Development of a robust compliance framework, tailored to meet the organization's unique needs and regulatory obligations.
* Effective implementation of group-wide compliance policies, leveraging local knowledge to optimize risk management.
* Overseeing key compliance risks, including data protection, anti-money laundering, and conduct risk, to ensure seamless operations.
The ideal candidate will possess exceptional interpersonal skills, able to build strong relationships with executive leadership and effectively communicate the value of compliance as a strategic enabler.
Requirements
* Bachelor's or master's degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field.
* Minimum of 10 years' experience in senior compliance roles, preferably in insurance or financial services.
* Deep knowledge of Irish and EU regulatory frameworks, with practical experience in cross-border distribution, particularly into Germany.
* German language skill is an advantage but not required.