Are you ready to chart your own career path? With our refreshed strategy, we're building on our rich heritage and transforming our business to be more scalable and efficient, unlocking the capabilities needed for future success. This includes significantly investing in technology, streamlining the way we work and creating an environment where colleagues feel engaged, empowered and accountable; where they can show up, speak up and perform - because we believe in the difference our work makes.At a glance:Location:DublinWorkplace Type:HybridEmployment Type:PermanentSeniority:AssociateSt. James's Place International Plc (SJPI) is a life assurance company authorised and regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. It has c. £12bn in assets under administration and provides unit-linked international investment products for the UK, Asia & Middle East markets. SJPI is part of St. James's Place - one of the largest advice-led wealth management groups in the UK, committed to driving sustainable growth and delivering value for its clients.The main purpose of this role is to support the SJPI Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) and SJP Head of Compliance (HoC) in their roles of ensuring that SJPI are aware of and can comply with all applicable regulatory requirements; assisting the business in implementing regulatory changes; and supporting the business in ensuring that its interpretation of existing rules and guidance is appropriate and in accordance with risk appetite.This role is ideal for anyone aspiring to become a PCF role holder in a compliance discipline. This will be a CF2 role under the Irish F&P Regime.*What you'll be doing:*GeneralAs a CF2 role holder, comply with all relevant regulatory and legal standards that apply to the role as set out by the CBI and other relevant regulators.Support the SJPI Head of Compliance and MLRO with ensuring that the key components of SJPI's AML/FC and Regulatory Compliance frameworks meets or exceeds all applicable regulatory obligations and remains within SJPI's stated risk appetite.Assist in ensuring that SJPI's AML/FC and Regulatory Compliance policies & frameworks are embedded into its business processes & procedures. This may include monitoring them to ensure they are being executed effectively by the business.Assist the SJPI Head of Compliance and MLRO in ensuring that SJPI's activities in its primary international markets (UK, Spain, Singapore, Middle East) remain compliant with all applicable AML/FC legislation, regulations and market practices by engaging with local staff there.Assist the SJPI MLRO in discharging their key regulatory responsibilities, as mandated under Irish & EU AML/CFT legislation (e.g. preparing PEP approvals, suspicious transaction investigation reports etc).Provide input into monitoring the regulatory horizon and assisting management with assessing & implementing relevant regulatory changes across the organisation.Support the SJPI Head of Compliance and MLRO in the preparation of their annual AML/FC and Regulatory Compliance plans and monitoring programmes.Help prepare staff training materials to address their development needs and ensure they are fully aware of existing and changing compliance obligations.Where required, act as the SJPI HoC or MLRO's delegate on local industry bodies and forums on compliance and regulatory matters.Assist with overseeing the relevant services provided to SJPI by outsourcing service providers and suppliers.Provide compliance advice to the business on a range of regulatory issues, including process enhancements and regulatory controls.SJPI Board GovernanceAssist in preparing AML/FC and Regulatory Compliance-related reports for the Board Risk Committee and the Executive Committee.GroupLiaise with the Group Financial Crime Prevention Team within a matrix working environment - covering compliance monitoring, guidance & upstream regulation, advisory and regulator relationships.Participate in and contribute expertise to relevant Group-wide projects implementing new legislative & strategic requirement.Assist the SJPI HoC and MLRO with overseeing the AML/FC and Regulatory Compliance services provided to SJPI via intra-Group arrangements. Max 10 bullet Points)*Who we're looking for:*Knowledge and experience in various areas of financial crime prevention – including AML/CFT, Fraud Prevention, Anti-Bribery & Corruption, Facilitation of Tax Evasion and Market Abuse Regulations (referred to collectively as 'AML/FC').Understanding of regulatory compliance risks within the life insurance industry – particularly in areas such as Fitness and Probity, SEAR and Data Privacy/Protection. You will ideally have had some exposure to legal and regulatory frameworks and conduct of business rules in both Ireland and the UK.Knowledge of the Central Bank of Ireland rules for life Insurance entities, and relevant EU legislation pertaining to Irish-based authorised firms (including the AML Regulation and related EU legislation).Proven experience of prioritising work - meeting deadlines and working as part of a multi-disciplined / multi-location team.Pragmatic decision-making skillsDesirable experienceWorking towards a recognised compliance qualification (LCI/LCOI or equivalent)An AML/FC-related qualification is also desirableExperience in AML/FC compliance roles would be preferable.The annual salary range for this role in the primary location is €50,000 - €60,000What's in it for you?We reward you for the work you do,whether that's through our discretionary annual bonus scheme that reflects both personal and company performance, competitive annual leave allowance (28 days plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 5 days), or online rewards platform with a variety of discounts.We also have benefits to support whatever stage of life you are in, including:Competitive parental leave (26 weeks full pay)Private medical insurance (optional taxable benefit)10% non-contributory pension (increasing with length of service)Reasonable AdjustmentsWe're an equal opportunities employer and want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive for all, if you require reasonable adjustment(s) at any stage please let us know by emailing us at Research tells us that applicants (especially those from underrepresented groups) can be put off from applying for a role if they do not meet all the criteria or have been on an extended career-break. If you think you would be a good match for this role and can demonstrate some transferable experience please apply, regardless of whether you tick every box.What's next?If you're excited about this role and believe you have the skills and experience we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you Please submit an application by clicking 'apply' below and our team will be in touch.As a business regulated by the FCA we would advise you to familiarise yourself with the conduct regulations and in particular consumer duty obligations prior to an interview with SJP.