Head of Compliance & MLRO

Our client seeks a Head of Compliance & MLRO to join their team and lead the compliance function of the investment business. This is a pivotal leadership opportunity for an experienced compliance professional where you will be the firm's primary regulatory contact with the IOMFSA, lead the financial crime compliance framework, and provide independent, board-level oversight across regulatory, conduct, legal, operational and reputational risk. Key Skills and Experience: A relevant professional qualification (e.g. ICA, CISI, ACAMS) or a minimum of 5 years' senior experience in Compliance, Risk, Internal Audit or Legal within a regulated financial services environment. Detailed working knowledge of the IOM regulatory framework, including the Financial Services Act 2008, Regulated Activities Order 2011, Financial Services Rule Book 2016 and AML/CFT Code 2019. Proven experience operating as an MLRO or Senior Compliance Officer within an IOMFSA-regulated investment business. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with demonstrable experience presenting to Boards, senior management and internal committees. Ability to work independently, manage a varied workload under pressure and deliver consistently to deadline. Systematic and detail-oriented approach, with the capability to identify risk, drive remediation and evidence outcomes. Experience developing and delivering compliance training programmes. Sound understanding of AML, CFT, CPF, sanctions and data protection obligations in a regulated financial services context.
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