Senior Compliance Manager
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About the Role
j. awan & partners seeks a Senior Compliance Manager to lead regulatory compliance and AML/CTF obligations for a portfolio of client mandates in the region. The role involves implementing compliance frameworks, conducting monitoring, serving as regulatory liaison, and supporting business growth.
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Responsibilities
- Provide ongoing compliance and AML support to clients
- Draft, implement, and manage compliance and AML frameworks
- Ensure adherence to local and international regulatory requirements
- Coordinate internal/external audits and conduct compliance reviews
- Deliver training on compliance, AML, and governance topics
- Support business development and client engagement
Requirements
- Strong background in compliance and AML/CTF
- Experience in regulatory compliance delivery and client management
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Mission / Purpose of the Role
- The Senior Manager – Compliance role will lead and oversee regulatory compliance and AML/CTF obligations across a portfolio of client mandates within the Region.
- The role ensures clients are fully aligned with regulatory expectations by implementing best in class compliance frameworks, conducting ongoing monitoring, and serving as the principal regulatory liaison.
- Reporting to the Director of Compliance, the role drives business growth by converting existing relationships into new opportunities and supporting the expansion of the compliance practice across our operating jurisdictions.
12 – 18 Month Mission Outcomes
- Act as a trusted outsourced Compliance Officer and MLRO: Timely execution of compliance deliverables; clients’ regulatory obligations consistently met; Effective communication with Regulators.
- Deliver high quality Regulatory Compliance and AML services to clients: Applications submitted on schedule; licences obtained with minimal Regulator queries or rejections; Positive client feedback; No material regulatory breaches or audit findings.
- Develop and implement robust Compliance and AML frameworks and training programs: Policies aligned with regulatory requirements; regular AML and Compliance training conducted, resulting in improved compliance awareness among clients.
- Audit, monitor, and improve compliance processes: Regular compliance reviews completed; identified gaps addressed with corrective action; internal controls strengthened.
- Manage and expand the compliance client portfolio while supporting business growth across the Region: New business opportunities identified and supported; Strengthened client retention and satisfaction; Growth in brand visibility and market presence.
- Continuously improve compliance and AML/CTF systems: Implementation of new processes, tools, or automation; measurable reduction in compliance risks; adoption of industry best practices.
- Strengthen business development and client engagement: New client acquisitions; increased market share and revenue from compliance services; successful representation at industry events.
- Contribute to firm culture, brand, and people development: Positive internal and external stakeholder feedback; Support in recruitment and retention initiatives; Active mentorship and knowledge sharing within the team.
Key Accountabilities
- Regulatory Compliance Delivery: Provide ongoing compliance and AML support to clients; Draft, implement, and manage compliance and AML frameworks; Ensure adherence to local and international regulatory requirements.
- Audit & Monitoring: Coordinate internal/external audits; Conduct compliance reviews and spot checks; Identify and remediate control weaknesses.
- Training & Awareness: Deliver training on compliance, AML, and governance topics; Build client awareness of emerging regulations and risks.
- Business Development & B: Support business development and client engagement.
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