Senior Compliance Consultant - job 1 of 2

Ocorian is a global leader in corporate and fiduciary services, fund administration and capital markets. Wherever our clients hold financial interests, or however they are structured, we provide compliant, tailored solutions that are individual to their needs.

We manage over 17,000 structures for 8000+ clients with a global footprint operating from 18 locations. Our scale offers all our people great opportunities to develop their knowledge and skills and to progress their careers.

The position of Senior Compliance Consultant is to offer assistance to clients, including prescribed positions where required, to ensure they comply with their regulatory requirements and internal policies. The role will differ for each client based on their industry type and specific requirements. Ultimately, the role will be to analyse all compliance, AML/CFT, risk and governance requirements and design appropriate solutions whilst providing a proactive and efficient service and continuing to build the New Gate client base and the New Gate brand.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to clients as required in relation to Compliance, AML/CFT, risk and governance
• Assist with ongoing monitoring of compliance in accordance with the client’s Compliance Monitoring Programme
• Act as the dedicated consultant for clients where New Gate is the Corporate Compliance Officer and hold prescribed positions as required (MLCO, MLRO and NO)
• Prepare and provide compliance reports and present at Board meetings
• Undertake Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism (“AML/CFT”) file reviews to ensure compliance with the client’s policies and procedures and any relevant regulations
• Ensure consistent and timely feedback when undertaking file reviews for clients
• Ensure detailed and prompt investigation of all client’s AML/CFT incidents and cases
• Provide assistance to clients in preparing for impending regulatory changes or revisions to regulations
• Improve and maintain clients’ policies and procedures
• Aid in the improvement of tools to monitor and analyse due diligence and to report suspicious activity
• Identify and inform clients of any changes to legislation and other regulatory requirements relating to AML/CFT
• Handle the management and execution of second line monitoring and assessment program for AML/CFT
• Assist in general compliance awareness and refresher training
• Build and maintain strong on-going relationships with clients
• Train others within the New Gate team, and at clients when required, and encourage a compliance culture across the industry
• Keep up to date with relevant laws, rules and regulations
• Provide support to other members of the New Gate team
• Maintain an effective relationship with regulatory authorities
• Assist with the development of the profile of New Gate Compliance
• Assist with any other duties as required as part of a small team

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• A detailed understanding of undertaking AML/CFT and regulatory compliance activities within the financial services sector
• Excellent knowledge of Guernsey rules and regulations
• The ability to demonstrate initiative
• Self-motivation and excellent organisational skills
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) Friendly and helpful manner

All staff are expected to embody our core values that underpin everything that we do and that reflect the skills and behaviours we all need to be successful.  These are:

• We are AMBITIOUS - We think and act globally, seizing every opportunity to support our clients and staff - wherever in the world they may be.
• We are AGILE - Our independence from any financial institution gives us the flexibility and freedom to keep things simple, efficient and effective.
• We are COLLABORATIVE - We take the time to understand our clients' needs so that we can deliver personalised solutions every time.