Compliance Assistant Manager & MLCO

jobs.jerseyeveningpost.com-job boards; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading offshore service provider in Jersey is seeking a Compliance Assistant Manager and MLCO to support the Head of Compliance in managing compliance frameworks. This role involves key responsibilities like overseeing regulatory controls, managing reporting, and providing advisory support. Ideal candidates will have proven compliance experience, strong regulatory knowledge, and excellent communication skills. The organisation values professionalism and offers career development opportunities in an inclusive culture.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Supportive culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in compliance, risk, or operational control.
• Strong understanding of relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in MLCO or MLRO roles is preferred.
• Ability to manage and develop team members.
• Excellent prioritisation skills.
• Confident communicator with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Act as the key contact for compliance matters.
• Manage MLCO and CO roles with regulatory reporting responsibilities.
• Lead maintenance of Business Risk Assessment and Risk Register.
• Support compliance oversight of UK law firm activities.
• Manage internal reporting of suspicious activities.
• Conduct regulatory horizon scanning and gap analysis.
• Provide compliance advisory support during client onboarding.
• Deliver training and promote best practices within the business.

Skills

Compliance experience

Anti-financial crime knowledge

Regulatory communication

Training delivery

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking a dedicated Compliance Assistant Manager and MLCO to join their Risk and Compliance team in Jersey on a full-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role within a forward-thinking, law-firm-led professional services business. The successful candidate will support the Jersey Head of Compliance in managing the compliance framework, hold regulated roles including MLCO and DMLRO (subject to approval), and contribute to broader risk and governance responsibilities across the business.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key point of contact for compliance matters in Jersey, supporting both internal and external stakeholders
• Hold the MLCO and CO roles for regulated trust and AMLSP activities, with responsibility for board reporting and regulatory controls
• Lead on maintaining the Business Risk Assessment and Risk Register in collaboration with the wider business
• Support compliance oversight of the UK law firm and TCSP-licensed company services business
• Act as DMLRO, managing internal reporting of suspicious activities
• Provide compliance advisory support during high-risk client onboarding and reviews
• Deliver a range of core compliance duties including policy oversight, periodic reviews, training, monitoring, and screening escalations
• Participate in cross-jurisdictional initiatives and promote consistent best practices across the group
• Conduct regulatory horizon scanning and gap analysis to ensure the business adapts to evolving legal and regulatory requirements
• Manage and develop team members, supporting professional growth and departmental efficiency

Qualifications

• Proven experience in compliance, risk, or operational control within a regulated corporate or fund services business
• Strong understanding of anti-financial crime and regulatory frameworks relevant to law firms, fiduciary or fund services
• Previous experience in MLCO, MLRO, or deputy roles preferred
• Skilled in regulatory horizon scanning and applying findings to business improvement
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Experience delivering training and presenting at board level
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and adaptable to different client systems and tools
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively and manage a high workload
• A collaborative team player with a pragmatic, risk-based approach

Benefits

What You'll Love: Our client is a leading offshore professional services business with a strong reputation for excellence, integrity, and innovation. With a clear sense of purpose and a people-first culture, they offer meaningful opportunities for career development in a supportive, inclusive environment. The organisation is committed to fostering a sense of belonging and helping every team member thrive as part of their long-term vision for success.

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