MERJE is currently supporting a highly reputable and well established global Alternative Funds/Private Equity firm in their search for a Compliance specialist to join their team in London.  The primary focus will be to support the Head of Compliance & MLRO both locally and globally to ensure the firm continues to manage their evolving regulatory requirements.

The Role

Taking on generalist remit, you will be responsible for:

• Providing advice and guidance on marketing literature, white papers, financial promotions and RFQ’s

• Supporting the global Compliance Monitoring Programme.

• Assisting with the oversight of staff disclosures and Individual Accountability regime requirements (such as SMCR)

• Providing advice and guidance on financial crime risks

• Supporting the MLRO and the AML/KYC champion in the onboarding process.

• Help to produce MI for Board Reporting and other governance

• Maintenance of written policies and procedures

• Delivering applicable training to the business and other colleagues.

• The review of applicable regulatory developments that impact the business in Europe & Asia.

Key Requirements

• 3-5 years of broad Compliance experienced gained in either a private equity / alternative investments or funds environment

• Relevant Financial Promotions/Marketing experience

• Good understanding of Financial Crime risks and knowledge of KYC & AML requirements

• AIFMD/MIFID/FCA Handbook knowledge

• Ideally some knowledge of regulatory requirements in other jurisdictions ie Luxembourg

• A good degree is a must

• Team Player - collaborative but also able to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Highly motivated, highly organised, strong work ethic.

• Strong written and verbal communications skills.