Head Of Compliance

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Compliance & MLRO to lead our compliance function.

This senior role will oversee regulatory adherence, risk management, and compliance operations across the firm, ensuring we meet obligations in all jurisdictions in which we operate.

You will provide oversight to key compliance areas, mentor a growing team, and play a pivotal role in shaping the firm's governance and risk culture.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Compliance Function as the second line of defense, ensuring regulatory compliance

Oversee market abuse surveillance, AML, Counter-Terrorist Financing, sanctions, KYC, and onboarding processes

Determine when to file Suspicious Transaction Reports and manage regulatory engagement

Ensure the firm meets all obligations across Ireland and other operational territories

Provide compliance advice to business lines and contribute to projects, new products, and business proposals

Train staff on regulatory risks and changes

Oversee risk-based compliance monitoring, including risk assessments, business reviews, thematic reviews, and testing

Execute core compliance processes : market conduct, gifts & entertainment, reporting, licensing, conflicts of interest, employee trading, breach management

Draft and maintain compliance frameworks, policies, procedures, and registers, including :

Compliance Framework, Fitness & Probity, SEAR / IAF

AML, CTF & Sanctions Policy

Anti-Fraud, Anti-Bribery & Corruption Policies

Market Abuse, Conflicts of Interest, Conduct Risk, Inducements, Whistleblowing Policies

Complaints Handling, Personal Account Trading, Transaction Reporting procedures

Produce management reports for internal committees and the Board

Mentor and develop junior compliance officers to foster a high-performing team

Candidate Requirements

10+ years' experience in compliance, ideally holding PCF-12 & 52 roles within a MiFID investment firm

Experience with equities, CFDs, systematic internalisers, MTFs, exchanges, or algorithmic trading tools in regulated environments

Strong knowledge of market practices and regulatory requirements (IFR / IFD, MiFID II, etc.)

Demonstrable interest in financial markets and the brokerage / investment industry

Minimum 2 : 1 degree in Business, Law, Economics, or related field

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly

Strong leadership, mentorship, and team development skills

High attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and ability to work under pressure

What We Offer

High-impact role with autonomy to shape and lead your function

Opportunity to make a significant contribution to a fast-growing financial services firm

Collaborative, high-performing, and innovative work environment

Competitive remuneration package, including health, life, and disability insurance, pension, 26 days annual leave, and performance-related bonuses

Opportunities for professional growth and development

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