Compliance Officer

Our client is an award-winning global Contract for Difference (CFD) and forex broker, regulated by authorities in Australia (ASIC), Cyprus (CySEC), the Cayman Islands (CIMA), and Mauritius (FSC).

Internal growth is not only welcomed but also encouraged, providing our employees with the opportunity to grow, develop and succeed in their current role and any future roles they might have with the company.

The Compliance Officer will be responsible for assisting in the development, implementation, and monitoring of compliance programs to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent analytical skills, and a passion for the financial services industry.

• Implement and maintain a comprehensive compliance program that ensures adherence to CySEC regulations, as well as all relevant laws and industry standards across the European region.
• Develop and implement compliance policies, procedures, and controls, and ensure their consistent application across all European operations.
• Ensure effective oversight of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) measures by maintaining robust Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate closely with the marketing team to ensure that all digital marketing and online advertising activities comply with applicable regulations and industry best practices.
• Review and approve marketing materials, websites, social media content, and promotional campaigns for regulatory compliance and accuracy.
• Provide guidance and training on regulatory requirements to various departments within the company structure.
• Stay up to date with regulatory developments and advise business stakeholders on the changes required to ensure continued compliance.
• Conduct periodic compliance audits and reviews to assess the effectiveness of the company's compliance program and identify areas for improvement.
• Investigate and resolve compliance-related issues, complaints, or incidents in a timely and effective manner.
• Prepare and submit comprehensive compliance reports, notifications, and filings as required by regulatory authorities.
• Assist in liaising with regulatory authorities and preparing reports or responses as required.
• Work closely with third-party providers to ensure that all outsourced services are executed to the highest standards, in full compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Foster a strong culture of compliance and ethical behavior within the organization by promoting awareness and understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Holder of CySEC Advanced and AML Certificates.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in compliance within the financial services or investment industry, with a focus on European regulations.
• Extensive knowledge of CySEC regulations, as well as other relevant laws and regulations pertaining to online trading, CFDs, and FX products across the European region.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, with the ability to effectively convey complex regulatory information to various stakeholders, including senior management and regulatory authorities.
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in additional European languages is an advantage.
• Strong sense of integrity and responsibility.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.