Senior AIFM Compliance Lead – EMEA

The Panel; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Panel in Dublin is seeking a senior compliance lead to own the Irish AIFM compliance programme and contribute to global regulatory initiatives. You will collaborate with the Head of Compliance, EMEA, and engage with product, investor relations, marketing, and operations to ensure rigorous, practical compliance across the business.

You should bring 7–10 years in compliance or governance, deep Irish AIFM knowledge (AIFMD, CP86, CBFD, SFDR, MiFID II, EMIR, DORA) and a proven ability to

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in compliance or governance within ManCo or asset manager.
• Strong practical knowledge of Irish AIFM requirements and applicable frameworks.
• Ability to translate complex regulation into clear, actionable guidance.

Responsibilities

• Own compliance with AIFMD, CP86 and Central Bank of Ireland requirements, including filings.
• Run monitoring, policies, logs, and report breaches to the Board.
• Design frameworks for new funds and distribution across EMEA.
• Advise product, IR, marketing and operations on regulatory matters and review materials.
• Support MLRO on financial crime compliance and regulatory change projects.

Skills

AIFMD compliance

CP86 knowledge

CBFD knowledge

SFDR

MiFID II

EMIR

DORA

Regulatory reporting

Education

Law degree

LCOI or equivalent

Job description

The Panel in Dublin is seeking a senior compliance lead to own the Irish AIFM compliance programme and contribute to global regulatory initiatives. You will collaborate with the Head of Compliance, EMEA, and engage with product, investor relations, marketing, and operations to ensure rigorous, practical compliance across the business.

You should bring 7–10 years in compliance or governance, deep Irish AIFM knowledge (AIFMD, CP86, CBFD, SFDR, MiFID II, EMIR, DORA) and a proven ability to