Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Processes conflict check requests and background checks; presenting simple readable results to and liaising with fee earners and secretaries where necessary
- Determines whether new matters are in the scope of AML Regulations (Relevant Financial Business)
- Requests Client Due Diligence (CDD) according to the allocated risk rating, where necessary
- Assists in ensuring that client identification documents are suitable and meet Cayman and BVI regulatory requirements
- Creates and maintains the necessary physical and electronic files for storing CDD, when collected
- Ensures that systems are kept up to date, administering changes requested by secretaries and fee earners where appropriate
- Provides guidance to other staff members under the AMLCO’s supervision
- Ensures that all required compliance related Registers are kept up to date
- Assists the AMLCO with compliance and risk management special projects
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required:
- 1-2 years’ experience in a compliance role, preferably within a law firm or regulated financial services provider
- A compliance qualification is preferred, but not essential (ACAMS or ICA)
- The position requires attention to detail and good time management, organizational and communication skills
- Due to the nature of the position, a high degree of integrity and a proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality is essential
- Basic computer skills are essential. Knowledge of MS Office, AdEx and FileSite is a plus
- Candidate must have the ability to learn quickly and work with numerous individuals
- Research skills would be an asset
- Candidate is expected to be punctual and may be required to work overtime
Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and will be in the range of US$50,000-US$65,000 per annum, plus benefits.
Applications should be submitted no later than 12 January 2024 and will be treated as strictly confidential.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.