We are working with a leading fiduciary services organisation to recruit a Risk & Compliance Manager to support the business across its Trust and Funds operations. This is a hands-on role offering the opportunity to provide regulatory guidance, oversee compliance monitoring and help shape a strong culture of compliance, while managing a small team of three. The role will also hold the positions of Deputy MLCO and Deputy Compliance Officer. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the Compliance Officer, MLRO and MLCO in maintaining compliance across the Trust and Funds businesses
• Provide regulatory guidance and support to management and staff across the business
• Perform compliance monitoring programmes and prepare relevant reports
• Promote a strong, proactive culture of compliance across Trust and Funds
• Support new business strategies, projects and initiatives, assessing regulatory and compliance risks
• Assist with implementing new and changing regulatory requirements, including policies, procedures, training and controls
• Monitor regulatory developments and provide relevant updates and reporting to the business
• Provide technical support and guidance on Trust and Funds compliance matters, including economic sanctions
• Identify and implement improvements to compliance processes, procedures and operating models
• Maintain awareness of industry developments and external best practice
• Lead and develop a small team of three, supporting performance and technical development

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum ICA Diploma or equivalent relevant qualification
• Experience within Trust and Funds Compliance
• Strong knowledge of financial services regulatory and legal requirements
• Excellent knowledge of economic sanctions and their application within financial services
• Experience providing sanctions guidance to staff and senior management
• Hold, or be studying towards, a recognised relevant professional qualification 

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Confident communicator with the ability to provide clear, practical guidance
• Excellent analytical and risk assessment skills with strong attention to detail
• Proactive and solutions-focused, with the confidence to challenge and influence
• Strong report writing and monitoring skills
• Commercially aware, with the ability to balance regulatory requirements with business objectives
• Effective team leader
• Must be Entitled or Entitled to work in Jersey