Senior Compliance Officer

About the role

The GraceKennedy Financial Group is seeking a Senior Compliance Officer to help drive dynamic change across the group. The role covers compliance monitoring, AML/CFT/CPF oversight, risk-based testing, reporting to Audit Committees and Boards, and acting as a subject matter expert on new products and initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain compliance monitoring programmes, tools and reporting mechanisms to support adherence to laws, regulations and internal policies.
• Review and enhance compliance policies, programmes and procedures to stay aligned with regulatory requirements and industry best practice.
• Support and oversee AML/CFT/CPF compliance, including policy development, monitoring, reporting and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with risk-based compliance testing plans across business units and conduct compliance reviews.
• Monitor corrective action plans arising from audits, regulatory examinations and compliance reviews.
• Prepare reports and presentations for Audit Committees and Boards on compliance performance, risks and emerging issues.
• Act as a compliance subject matter expert on projects, products, services, systems and business initiatives.
• Deliver compliance training and awareness programmes.
• Act as a key point of contact for regulators and support timely submission of compliance and AML/CFT/CPF reports.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Management Studies, Finance, Accounting or a related discipline.
• A recognized compliance certification such as CAMS or an equivalent.
• Five to six years' experience in Compliance, Internal Audit or Operations within financial services.
• Strong knowledge of financial services legislation and regulations, and of AML/CFT/CPF obligations.
• Ability to communicate complex regulatory requirements clearly to stakeholders, including Boards and Committees.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience developing policies, procedures and compliance documentation.
• Understanding of the operational and technology environment of financial institutions.
• Strong organizational skills, accuracy and discretion, and ethical standards.

Applications close on 6 November 2026 through the careers section of the company website.