Director of Compliance & AML/CFT Governance

Waystone; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Waystone in Ireland is seeking a highly experienced Director – Head of Compliance (PCF-12) and Head of AML/CFT Compliance (PCF-52) to lead the firm's regulatory governance. You will oversee the design and execution of the compliance monitoring programme, risk assessments, policies, training, and governance frameworks to ensure ongoing regulatory adherence.

You will supervise the AML/CFT control framework, customer due diligence processes, sanctions screening, and reporting to the Board and Risk

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ compliance/regulatory experience in a regulated financial services business.
• Strong knowledge of Irish AML/CFT legislation and Central Bank of Ireland expectations.
• Experience in fund administration operations and governance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an effective compliance framework enabling compliant operation.
• Oversee compliance monitoring programme with risk-based priorities.
• Lead AML/CFT framework, policies, controls and governance.
• Escalate material AML/CFT issues to senior management and Board.
• Ensure timely regulatory filings and staff education on compliance matters.
• Present findings and recommendations to Board and Risk Committee.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Management skills

Clear analytical and written skills

Education

Third level degree

Professional qualification in Compliance/AML/CFT or Regulatory Risk

Job description

Waystone in Ireland is seeking a highly experienced Director – Head of Compliance (PCF-12) and Head of AML/CFT Compliance (PCF-52) to lead the firm's regulatory governance. You will oversee the design and execution of the compliance monitoring programme, risk assessments, policies, training, and governance frameworks to ensure ongoing regulatory adherence.

You will supervise the AML/CFT control framework, customer due diligence processes, sanctions screening, and reporting to the Board and Risk