Compliance Officer (SMF16/17)

Our client is a growing Alternative Asset Manager looking to hire a Compliance Officer (SMF16/17), based in their London office.

The job holder will be the sole compliance officer for the UK entity and would be responsible for:

• Acting as the Compliance Officer/MLRO for the UK firm (SMF16/17)
• Monitoring and advising on regulatory changes that may impact the firm
• Review and implement the compliance monitoring programme, conducting reviews in accordance to the annual programme
• Draft, review and implement compliance policies
• Horizon scanning / research upcoming regulatory initiatives which may impact the firm
• Review and approve fund documentation for submission to the FCA;
• Liaise with the FCA Fund Supervisions team in relation to queries on fund applications & ad-hoc requests for information.

About the Candidate:

• 4+ years' experience with an alternative investment manager or MIFID investment firm,
• Strong understanding of regulatory rules and guidance in UK
• Strong organisational, analytical and methodical skills,
• Resourceful and capable of working autonomously,
• Confident in their decision making,
• Excellent problem-solving ability,
• Excellent team player,
• Resilient and enthusiastic.

The budget is up to £75,000-90,000 basic salary plus yearly bonus