AML Compliance Manager - Fund Services

Introduction


Overview

The AML Compliance Manager, Fund Services will have responsibility for overseeing all day-to-day compliance within Fund Services and have a deep understanding of Bermuda AML/ATF regulations, as well as excellent communication skills. The AML Compliance Manager acts as Money Laundering Reporting Officer and AML Compliance Officer. Contributing to the continued enhancement of the Compliance & Risk framework and promoting a strong compliance culture.  This role will act as a key point of contact for Compliance-related matters in Bermuda and US and provide support on critical regulatory topics

How you'll make an impact

• Support the SVP, Head of Compliance & Risk, Bermuda & Cayman to maintain an effective control framework and to ensure compliance with all relevant external laws and regulations, internal codes and policies and good practices.
• Primary responsibility for Fund Services compliance with the ability to work cross-functionally across client service teams, including reporting directly to clients where necessary.  Partner with stakeholders to encourage adherence to compliance policies, procedures, and controls.
• Oversee compliance with the Proceeds of Crime (Anti-Money Laundering and Anti-Terrorist Financing) Regulations 2008, Insurance Act 1978, Investment Funds Act 2006, Fund Administrator Provider Business Act 2019, and applicable codes of conduct and all other relevant regulations applicable to ACS (“the Regulations”)
• Respond to compliance queries providing guidance and advice on matters relating to KYC and CDD for new and existing clients/investors and perform general AML/ATF activities for clients across all levels and client service teams.
• Liaise with internal and external clients as required, for problem resolution and appropriate relationship management, drive conversations directly with internal and external clients to ensure on-going compliance and satisfactory service delivery.
• Review and report on the administration of client’s KYC documents, including updating of records, monitoring on boarding policies, procedures, and risk assessments.
• Appointment as Compliance Officer (CO) and Reporting Officer (RO) with subsequent provision of AML CO & RO responsibilities for Fund Administration clients. 
• Conduct due diligence reviews for on boarding of new business and perform ongoing sanctions and compliance reviews to ensure adherence to policies and procedures and make recommendations for improvements where necessary.
• Active oversight and communication as it may relate to any local and international Sanctions that are imposed, and or lifted, and their impacts on the business and its clients/investors.
• Review and oversight of screening/sanctions reviews for new business, trigger events (change of directors, controllers etc.), new payees, beneficiaries, instructions from BMA & CFSC etc. (to include reviewing and clearing of all alerts, liaising with MLRO or DMLRO when escalation is appropriate).
• Support and provide AML/ATF & Sanctions guidance and training to all new and existing staff, including Board level.
• Oversee all BMA thematic and ad-hoc reviews and on-site examinations. Primary responsibility and main point of contact for a portfolio of clients.
• Assist in the execution, monitoring and enforcement of FATCA and CRS compliance.  Provide efficient reporting of FATCA and CRS data.
• Assist in various ad-hoc risk & compliance initiatives as required to improve the efficiency and productivity of the business.

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field.
• A recognized advanced compliance designation or certification.
• At least 5 years of KYC/AML compliance experience in a similar client-facing role, with practical, hands-on application of the responsibilities outlined above.
• Demonstrated comprehensive understanding and application of Bermuda compliance, Sanctions and legislation requirements.
• Experience and exposure to Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) and CRS regulations.
• Working knowledge of international sanctions, financial crime (money laundering, bribery, corruption, insider trading and fraud), and counterparty due diligence and risk management as well the regulatory regime of offshore jurisdictions.
• Effective communicator with strong written and collaboration skills, able to build meaningful relationships across diverse teams and regions.
• Comfortable engaging with and presenting to senior leadership and client Boards.
• Able to work both collaboratively and independently, managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines in a dynamic setting, while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and sound judgment in supporting business goals.
• Deep knowledge of Bermuda regulatory requirements is required, experience with U.S and Cayman regulatory requirements is a plus.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and maintain flexibility in a fast-paced environment. Must be prepared to work extended hours and public holidays as required.