COMPLIANCE OFFICER – BLUTHORN FUND MANAGERS

Job Overview

We are looking to hire a motivated, passionate and professional individual to join the team as a Compliance officer. The Compliance Officers key duties are to ensure that the company complies with all regulatory requirements as well as internal processes and procedures. The incumbent will also be responsible for embedding a risk management culture within the business, facilitate the development and maintenance of risk controls.

The successful candidate should be a reliable professional who is not afraid to stand by their decisions. You should be familiar with risk management and have a firm understanding of regulatory landscape of the financial services industry.

Key responsibilities of the role entail reporting all compliance issues to the Board of Directors, implementing and maintaining compliance programs and procedures as well as providing support to Management on regulatory matters.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to;

• Compliance risk management plans for all compliance requirements
• Enhance and promote a compliance culture through awareness activities
• Advise the company on compliance issues and provide recommendations
• Ensure timely completion of Compliance training
• Serve as the key contact person between the Regulator and the company
• Evaluate business activities (ie investments to assess compliance risk)
• Develop & implement an effective compliance program
• Draft & revise company policies
• Create sound internal controls & monitor adherence to them
• Ensure regulatory, client and other corporate records are maintained
• Ensure that the company addresses concerns raised by the Regulator and delivers commitments made to the Regulator.
• Manage the full reporting process, findings and appropriate recommendations for improvement as required.

Experience and qualifications required for the role

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related qualification.( Qualifications in Law or Risk will be advantageous)
• Knowledge of Capital Markets and Investment Products
• Knowledge of Compliance policies and other compliance requirements
• Strong understanding of current & anticipated regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of risk management principles, methodologies and processes.
• Good knowledge of FATF,FIA,CIU, NBFIRA requirements and expectations
• Salary will be negotiated according to experience.
• Expected commencement date 01 JANUARY 2020.
• NB: The successful candidates will be subject to employee screening to ensure they are fit and proper.