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The role
Our client is a globally recognised, multi-strategy alternative investment management firm with a strong European presence and a reputation for rigorous risk management and operational excellence. With a significant footprint across global financial markets, they are now seeking a Compliance Analyst to join their Dublin-based compliance team.This is a high-impact role sitting at the heart of the firm’s surveillance programme, with a particular focus on electronic communications (eCom) surveillance and trade monitoring.Role overviewThe successful candidate will play a central role in ensuring the effectiveness, scalability, and robustness of the firm’s surveillance framework. A core function of this position is the review and analysis of electronic communications across trading groups – this is not a peripheral task, but a primary responsibility requiring strong investigative instincts, sound judgement, and the ability to identify red flags within large volumes of data.The role also involves supporting trade surveillance activities, contributing to compliance projects, and engaging with regulatory developments across multiple jurisdictions.Key responsibilitiesElectronic communications surveillance (primary focus)Conduct thorough daily and periodic email and electronic communications reviews across trading groups, using a risk‑based approach to identify potential issues.Perform targeted searches of communications related to internal investigations or regulatory inquiries.Prepare detailed weekly and monthly memos summarising eCom surveillance findings, trends, and escalations.Continuously assess and improve the firm’s email monitoring programme, proposing enhancements to alert logic, coverage, and escalation workflows.Maintain accurate records of reviews, investigations, and decisions in the firm’s compliance systems.Support trade surveillance activities to detect potential market abuse, including insider trading, front running, wash trading, spoofing, and layering.Assist in the calibration and development of trade and communications surveillance alert reports.Liaise with front‑office, technology, and legal teams on surveillance‑related queries and investigations.Assist in the development and enhancement of compliance policies and procedures to reflect regulatory changes and emerging risks.Participate in compliance projects, regulatory examinations, and internal audits as required.Stay current with regulatory developments across relevant jurisdictions, including CBI, FCA, SEC, CFTC, and MAS.RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Law, or a related discipline.Minimum 3 years’ experience in a compliance, surveillance, or related control function within financial services.Demonstrable experience in electronic communications surveillance – candidates with hands‑on eCom review experience will be prioritised.Prior experience at a Registered Investment Adviser (RIA), Broker‑Dealer, hedge fund, or regulatory authority strongly preferred.Solid understanding of regulatory frameworks including the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, Securities Act of 1933, FSMA 2000, MiFID II, and MAR.Familiarity with regulatory and self‑regulatory agencies: Central Bank of Ireland, FCA, SEC, CFTC, MAS.Exceptional written communication and analytical skills – the ability to produce concise, well‑structured surveillance memos is critical.Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.Ability to manage competing priorities with composure in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment.High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity.Experience with surveillance platforms (e.g. Actimize, Symphony, Nasdaq NTS, or similar).Broad knowledge of financial products across asset classes (equities, fixed income, derivatives, FX).Postgraduate qualification or professional certification (ICA, ACOI, CISI or equivalent) is advantageous.eCom surveillance expertise – confident reviewing high volumes of electronic communications and adept at identifying behavioural red flags.Analytical thinking – able to interpret complex data sets and spot patterns indicative of misconduct.Written communication – produces clear, precise, and well‑reasoned investigation memos and reports.Judgement & escalation – exercises sound, independent judgement on when and how toCollaboration – builds strong relationships across compliance, legal, technology, and front office.Adaptability – thrives in a dynamic, evolving regulatory environment with multiple competing priorities.
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