Compliance and Legal AVP

Job Description

Our client is a leading international corporate services and advisory firm with a reputation for first-class delivery and technical expertise.

They are currently seeking to hire a pro-active and self-motivated Head of Compliance to join their team.

This role will offer the opportunity to work with both international and domestic clients across a broad range of industries.

As detailed below, the minimum requirement of this role is responsibility for AML compliance however, for applicants with a legal qualification and appropriate experience, there is scope for the successful candidate to also assume ownership for Company Secretarial and Legal (In-House Counsel).

Requirements

Therefore, the core duties and requirements of this role is to assume ownership for client compliance on a daily basis as follows:

  • AML/KYC processes and activities, transaction execution in respect of new and existing transactions.
  • Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) for internal and external (Schedule 2) companies.
  • Liaise with clients, counterparties and advisers in respect of new and existing transactions, including coordination of on-boarding and transaction execution

The key requirement is relevant legal or AML/KYC qualification, though applicants with significant experience in a similar corporate services role will also be considered; (aviation experience is an advantage but not necessary).

As Outlined, a Qualified Solicitor Would Also Have The Opportunity To Head The Compliance And Legal Function Including The Following, Subject To Experience And Training

  • Provide directorship and advisory services to clients
  • Staff training / ongoing guidance
  • Review of output / arrange Review Meetings with assigned team members as appropriate
  • Assist with the review of client profitability schedules in conjunction with team members.
  • Review of client transaction documents and assisting internal client managers with legal or compliance matters, arising both at a Pivotal Corporate or client level.
  • Preparing transaction summaries and transaction minutes relating to clients across various industry sectors
  • Provide assistance or guidance on corporate and commercial law queries arising.
  • Liaise with external counsel or clients as deemed appropriate.

Skills

Compliance Legal Corporate Governance advisory MLRO corporate services