Compliance Policy & Regulatory Engagement Lead

• Leading the development, maintenance and implementation of the firm's compliance framework, including AML, CFT, CPF and sanctions.
• Acting as a key point of contact for regulatory engagement with local authorities.
• Preparing, reviewing and submitting regulatory reports and communications in line with guidance and deadlines.
• Coordinating and managing regulatory visits, inspections and consultations.
• Monitoring regulatory developments and ensuring policies and procedures remain current and compliant.
• Drafting, reviewing and enhancing compliance policies, procedures and control frameworks.
• Overseeing compliance analytics, data quality and management information reporting.
• Supporting the preparation, review and presentation of risk assessments and compliance reports to senior committees.
• Leading and coaching compliance team members, managing workload and quality standards.
• Providing advisory guidance to the wider business on compliance, regulatory and financial crime matters.
• Supporting compliance-related projects, remediation initiatives and continuous improvement programmes.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience within compliance, risk or regulatory functions, with a thorough understanding of relevant Channel Islands laws and regulatory expectations. They will be confident engaging with regulators and senior stakeholders, capable of drafting high-quality policies and reports, and able to apply a commercial mindset to compliance solutions. A relevant professional qualification is required, alongside strong leadership, analytical and communication skills. Experience in financial crime, regulatory reporting or acting as an MLRO or Deputy MLRO would be advantageous.