Compliance Officer

2 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom EDF Trading Full time

Reports to:
Head of Compliance/MLRO

Location:
London, UK

Company information
EDF Trading is a leader in the international wholesale energy markets.

The company manages a portfolio of assets which give it the ability to source, supply, transport, store, blend and convert physical commodities around the world.

These capabilities enable EDF Trading to deliver essential asset optimisation services, risk management and wholesale market access to the EDF Group and its third-party customers, helping them to realise the value inherent in their asset portfolios.

EDF Trading is active in the electricity, natural gas, LNG, LPG, coal and freight and environmental products markets.

It is one of the largest wholesale market traders in Europe for power and gas and one of the leading marketers of gas and power in the US.

Its affiliate, EDF Energy Services is one of the main providers of generation services for power generation companies in the US and a leading US energy retailer for large commercial and industrial customers.

In 2017, EDF Trading broadened the scope of its coal and freight activities in the form of a minority (33%) stake in JERA Trading, one of the leading utility backed global coal traders.

EDF Trading is a 100% owned subsidiary of EDF, one of the world's biggest electricity generators.

EDF Trading has around 800 employees with key offices in London, Paris, Singapore, Houston and Calgary.

Department


The Compliance Function is primarily responsible for ensuring that an appropriate, robust, and practical global compliance framework is in place for EDF Trading.

The function develops, implements, and maintains policies, procedures, and processes to ensure that the business and functions comply with rules and regulations applicable to our business including market abuse, anti-money laundering and anti-bribery, along with the EDF Trading code of conduct.


The compliance team also provides support and training to ensure all areas of the business develops and maintains a well-understood ethics & compliance program.


Position purpose


The Compliance Analyst will support the Head of Compliance/MLRO and assist with the development and day to day running of EDF Trading's financial crime framework as well as provide general compliance advisory support.


The Compliance Analyst will keep abreast of the relevant rules and regulations impacting EDF Trading's activities, particularly in the field of KYC, AML, sanctions, anti-bribery, and corruption.

The individual will liaise with EDF Trading's Front Office, Credit Risk Department, and other impacted function to help identify and mitigate risks across the business, while promoting a proactive compliance culture.


Main responsibilities

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Support the Head of Compliance with the implementation of various financial crime and wider compliance initiatives.
  • Carry out KYC checks on new counterparties as well as conduct periodic KYC refreshes on existing EDFT counterparties.
  • Support EDF Trading's Front Office and Credit Risk Department with the onboarding of new counterparties, providing advice and expertise on various financial crime matters (AML/TF, sanctions, ABC, adverse media, etc.)
  • Monitor changes to relevant sanctions regimes and advise on the impact on existing and new business activities.
  • Keep abreast of regulatory changes in relevant jurisdictions.
  • Assist with the development and implementation of projects to enhance compliance procedures, policies, and internal controls as appropriate.
  • Help with the development of a compliance and financial crime training plan for employees.
  • Assist in the implementation of the compliance initiatives across EDF Trading.
  • Respond to and address regulatory enquiries and maintain regulatory filings.
  • Active and pragmatic involvement on new commercial initiatives to drive compliance issues and considerations.

Experience required

  • Experience in a trading environment or a related regulatory/compliance environment is essential.
  • Experience carrying out KYC processes and procedures.
  • Knowledge of relevant compliance, AML/TF and sanctions legislation and guidance.
  • Knowledge of commodity trading, derivative markets, regulated exchanges.

Experience desired

  • Knowledge of KYC risk management system Compliance Catalyst by Bureau van Dijk (Moody's) would be beneficial.
  • Experience of working with trading desks and the ability to give wellconsidered and practical compliance advice to senior leaders is desirable.

Technical requirements

  • Educated to the minimum of a degree level or equivalent professional qualification
  • Competent in MS Office packages

Person specification

  • Relationship management skills to deal with senior management & build partnerships with other functional departments.
  • Ability to effectively prioritize conflicting demands, make sound judgements based on available information.
  • Ability t

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