Chief Compliance Officer - Fund | London, UK

MERJE Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000

Job description

MERJE is currently working with a boutique funds specialist in their search for a Chief Compliance Officer in London. This critical hire offers an exciting opportunity to oversee compliance operations in a dynamic and fast-paced environment and will play a crucial role in maintaining regulatory standards and fostering a culture of compliance across the business.

Taking on a key leadership role with the firm, you will be responsible for:

• Providing broad compliance advisory support to the fund managers
• Maintaining and updating compliance manual and policies and procedures
• Managing the compliance program on a day-to-day basis, covering financial promotions, personal account dealing, updating compliance logs/registers, and preparing/submitting regulatory filings
• Proactively reviewing upcoming regulatory changes and assessing their impact on the firm and its funds
• Day-to-day management of the firm’s compliance-related technologies
• Managing service providers including outside legal counsel and compliance consultants
• Attending and preparing minutes for all compliance-related committees
• Providing ongoing compliance training to firm employees

Experience/Skills/Qualifications:

• Operated as a Head of Compliance (SM16) in a funds/alternative or private equity environment
• Thorough knowledge of the FCA’s regulatory rules as they pertain to asset managers
• Working knowledge of non-U.K. regulatory regimes (US/EU preferred)
• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to engage proactively with fund managers and colleagues at all levels
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills, capable of logical thinking, using initiative, and systematically resolving problems
• Proactive, self-supportive, and motivated in fostering a positive compliance culture
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills