Our client a well established wealth advisor is seeking a Business Risk Officer to join the team.  The successful candidate will play a critical role in protecting the company against potential risks and ensuring compliance with regulations.

In return our client offers a competitive package and a supportive working environment where professional and personal development of all employees is encouraged.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversight, maintenance and enhancement of client lifecycle processes to drive continual improvement in operational efficiency
• Act collectively as the first line of risk control and defence for Relationship Managers
• Ensure the company is fully compliant with all relevant policies and procedures
• KYC/CDD/enhanced due diligence during the establishment of new structures and advise on the reporting of beneficial ownership information
• Working with Risk & Compliance to ensure that new business is correctly presented to the New Business Acceptance Committee and that the client meets JFSC regulatory requirements
• Assist the Executive Team to clear internal audit/compliance queries/findings and assist with remediation
• Record and maintain relevant registers
• Prepare reports for the Executive Team as require
• Implement relevant policies/procedures, liaising with the Heads of Enablement, IT and Operations
• Ensure the provision of timely and accurate monitoring and reporting, and production of relevant management information to the relevant Boards
• Provide effective training /refresher training to the company on compliance and AML/CFT matters

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Ideally educated to degree level
• 7 years plus experience in Financial Services Industry including extensive Trust & Company experience
• In depth knowledge of applicable Codes of Practice, AML/CFT legislation and regulations
• Exposure to operational functions within previous roles
• Comprehensive knowledge of the regulatory regime with a full understanding of the risk and process implications for the business

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Flexible and able to multi-task, setting appropriate priorities and adhering to deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills
• Good IT skills
• Ability to liaise and collaborate with individuals at all levels, being helpful and co-operative whilst working towards team goals
• Confidence to deliver practical compliance advice balancing risk management and commercial considerations
• Proven experience of working in a challenging and fast-moving environment, across multiple jurisdictions and with complex products