Head of Compliance and Mlro - London, United Kingdom - Market Talent Ltd

Market Talent Ltd

Verified Company

London, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

We are working with an exciting new client who are a
highly reputable and well-established precious metals firm. They are seeking to hire leader of their new Compliance department to
create and build a team, as well as, develop their
compliance framework and financial crime controls.

The
Head of Compliance & MLRO will be hired to
evaluate current framework,
build, improve and enhance AML processes, take lead on building a robust compliance strategy and
ensure regulatory requirements are compliant.

This role will have 1 direct report with a view to grow the Compliance team.

Responsibilities:

Monitor the adequacy and effectiveness of the Company's measures and procedures.
To provide open and honest regulatory liaison, building a strong working relationship with regulatory bodies.
Providing advice and guidance on compliance and risk to all members of the organisation.
Assisting in responding appropriately to alleged breaches and noncompliance with applicable regulations and policies.
Staying abreast with regulations with regards to the precious metals market, and ensuring that the the firm's activities are compliant.
Contribute to the strategy and business planning, notably from a risk and compliance perspective. Develop and embed a strategic approach to risk and compliance.
To ensure that the Function is appropriately resourced and directed such that it is effective in delivering appropriate advice, guidance and challenge to the business on risk and compliance matters.
Liaise, communicate and support other teams such as Finance and Sales departments.
To be a trusted advisor to the business to help achieve good client outcomes and positive regulatory relations.
To maintain an independent mindset and effectively challenge where necessary to achieve a robust second line of defence.

Requirements:

A proven senior Compliance professional/ MLRO with a minimum 7 years of experience.
Ideally hold a background in precious metals/ physical commodity space.
A selfstarter and has previous experience in building a compliance and financial crime framework from a scratch start scenario.
Ideally demonstrate professional qualifications such as the ACAMS or ICA.
Willing to learn about gold Bullion industry and the relevant regulations.
Hold a commercial mindset partnered with a strategic mindset.
Excellent organisational and leadership skills to nurture a versatile team.

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Job Type:
Permanent

Salary:
£80,000.00-£90,000.00 per year

Schedule: