Head of Compliance & MLRO – Guernsey

Frasia Wright Associates; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a Head of Compliance & MLRO to oversee regulatory compliance in Guernsey. This is a senior role responsible for managing compliance programs, advising on operational risks, and developing policies in a dynamic team environment. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in compliance, particularly within fiduciary or investment services, and a strong grasp of regulatory frameworks.

Qualifications

• 7 years’ PQE in compliance or risk within a regulated environment.
• Experience in fiduciary or investment services preferred.
• Understanding of Guernsey’s regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory and financial crime compliance for Guernsey-based businesses.
• Manage the local compliance programme and advise on risks.
• Oversee training, monitoring, and mentoring of the local team.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Financial crime compliance

Risk management

Leadership

Team mentoring

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Posted:

29.05.2025

Expiry Date:

13.07.2025

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Job Description:

Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking a senior compliance professional to lead regulatory and financial crime compliance for its Guernsey-based businesses.

This leadership role offers the chance to join a dynamic international team and drive a strong culture of compliance across legal, fiduciary, investment, and accounting services. The successful candidate will serve as both MLCO and MLRO, acting as the main regulatory contact in Guernsey.

Key responsibilities include managing the local compliance programme, advising on client and operational risks, developing policies, preparing regulatory reports, overseeing training, and monitoring, and mentoring the local team—with scope for team growth.

Applicants must have a minimum of 7 years’ PQE, senior-level compliance or risk experience within a regulated environment – ideally in fiduciary or investment services, and a strong understanding of Guernsey’s regulatory and anti-financial crime frameworks.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm that values collaboration, integrity, and innovation.

If this role interests you, please contact Cameron or Frasia for an initial and confidential discussion. (Assignment 17314)