Head of Compliance

4 days ago

Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Opus Fund Services Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

Why Opus?

At Opus, integrity isn't just a principle. It's how we do business. As an independently owned company operating in seven countries, we've built our success by staying true to our values: questioning everything, embracing change, building not buying, winning together, and doing the right thing. Our employees see the difference - we're a certified Great Place to Work in Canada, the USA, Ireland, and the Philippines. If you share our beliefs and want to be part of a team that values innovation, accountability, and doing the job right, we'd love to connect.

About the Role:

We are seeking a
Head of Compliance
to lead our international operation. The successful candidate will ensure our fund administration activities adhere to all relevant international regulatory requirements, fostering a strong compliance culture and managing risks effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Compliance Framework:
    Enhance, implement, and oversee the global compliance framework aligned with international best practice, maintaining compliance policies, procedures, and controls to mitigate risks and ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Regulatory Compliance:
    Act as a subject matter expert on global regulatory changes ensuring Opus complies with Irish, Cayman and Bermuda AML/ATF and FATCA regulations, and regulatory standards relevant to fund administration, such as AIFMD, UCITS rules.
  • Risk Management:
    Identify and assess compliance risks across Opus's operations and advise senior management on risk mitigation strategies.
  • Internal Reporting:
    Provide regular reporting to senior management and the board of directors on compliance matters, including risks, breaches, emerging trends, and team performance
  • Regulatory Reporting and Liaison:
    Manage relationships with regulators, prepare and submit required reports, and ensure timely communication of compliance issues.
  • Training and Culture:
    Promote a strong compliance culture and ethical standards within Opus through training programs and ongoing awareness initiatives.
  • Monitoring and Testing:
    Oversee ongoing monitoring and testing of compliance controls, conducting audits, and addressing any deficiencies identified.
  • Global Coordination:
    Act as an escalation point compliance-related queries, collaborate with regional compliance teams, legal advisors, and operational units across jurisdictions to ensure consistent compliance standards.
  • Team Management:
    Set goals for the team and monitor the team's productivity accuracy, timeliness, and adherence with procedures. Maintain and improve the efficiency of compliance processes and systems

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Minimum of 10 years' experience in compliance within financial services, with significant experience in fund administration or asset management.
  • Deep understanding of Irish regulations, AIFMD, UCITS, AML, and international compliance standards.
  • Experience working with regulators such as the Central Bank of Ireland, Bermuda Monetary Authority and Cayman Islands Monetary Authority with a strong understanding of the key laws and regulations applicable in each jurisdiction
  • Bachelor's degree in law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, CISA, CFA) preferred.
  • Proven leadership and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to manage a dispersed, global team
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Ability to interpret complex regulatory changes and implement effective policies.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

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