Money Laundering Reporting Officer
Trident Trust
Job location
Road Town
Employment status
Full–time
Job details
Trident Trust is a leading independent provider of corporate, trust and fund services to the financial services sector worldwide, employing over 900 staff across a global footprint that spans Africa, the Americas, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe, and the Middle East. We are seeking a talented compliance professional to join our team in the British Virgin Islands. The successful candidate will act autonomously as the firms Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) but will report to the Head of Risk and Compliance and be responsible for managing the firms AML program, AML reporting obligations and reporting to the firm’s leadership on the status of the firms AML compliance.
Role & Responsibilities:
• Assisting the Head of Risk and Compliance in managing, guiding, and mentoring the compliance team.
• Maintain constant awareness of the BVI and International AML Legislation.
• Ensure the firm’s compliance manual reflects the latest changes to the AML legislation.
• Manage all internal and external SARs received and any reporting to the FIA as needed.
• Manage all requests from the FIA, FSC, for information / KYC / DD.
• Assist Trident regional offices on matters of AML sanctions.
• Develop and deliver AML related training to Trident staff on a periodic basis.
• Be the first point of contact for all AML-related queries.
• Liaise with clients as needed on AML / KYC / DD related matters.
• Monitor and keep abreast of any regulatory changes.
• Monitoring and investigate incidents, errors, breaches and or complaints reported.
• Compile reports as directed to senior leadership; regulators as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Degree in a business or law related field.
• ACAMS or equivalent certification.
• 5-7+ years of experience in a compliance or AML role within the financial services industry, preferably in a MLRO position.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the BVI Financial Services Industry, workings of the Registry of Corporate Affairs, FIA, FSC or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in people management.
• Experience developing & delivering AML related training.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Knowledge & experience using Viewpoint would be advantageous but not required.
• Strong sanctions interpretation ability.
• Ability to multi-task and manage numerous assignments simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well with a team or be self-managed while demonstrating professionalism and positivity.
• Knowledge of the BVI Financial Services Industry.
• Ability to function in high-pressure situations with competing priorities and strict deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
In addition to the above essential duties and responsibilities, this role includes other duties as assigned. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Compensation:
An attractive compensation package is available and will be based upon the successful candidate’s relevant experience and overall suitability for the position.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Trident Trust provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training
