Emerald Zebra is partnering with a leading financial services consultancy based in Limassol, Cyprus, to recruit a Senior Consultant – Regulatory Compliance.
The Company:
Our client is a well-established financial services consultancy with a strong reputation in the market. They are expanding their Financial Services Advisory team and seeking experienced professionals who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity for career growth, working alongside highly experienced specialists.
Your Profile – Requirements & Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree from a reputable university in Economics, Mathematics, Business, Finance, Accounting, Risk Management, Law, or a related discipline
- Member of the Cyprus Bar Association (if a Law graduate)
- At least 2 years of experience in the Financial Services Industry
- Knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as AML, KYC, MiFID, EMIR, etc.
- Knowledge of the financial services sector, ideally gained within corporate environments
- Strong organisational, analytical, and strategic thinking skills
- Ability to take ownership and provide solutions to challenges
- Team spirit with a willingness to learn and develop
- Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills
- Excellent command of English and Greek (verbal and written)
- Computer literate, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
Considered an Advantage:
- CySEC Advanced Certificate and/or CySEC AML Certificate
The Role – Main Duties & Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, and update manuals, policies, processes, and procedures for the operations of Financial Institutions (Investment Firms, Funds, Payment and Electronic Money Institutions, Crypto Providers)
- Perform regular compliance monitoring of Financial Institutions following Compliance Monitoring Programmes
- Conduct onsite and desk-based inspections on compliance matters of Financial Institutions
- Ensure Financial Institutions fulfil their annual obligations and licence conditions
- Provide advice and solutions to Financial Institutions on compliance queries and issues
- Work as part of a compliance experts’ team, coordinating with other departments (legal & corporate, accounting & tax, capital adequacy, internal audit, etc.)
- Communicate on behalf of Financial Institutions with regulatory and other local and EU authorities
- Prepare applications and notifications to the Cyprus Securities & Exchange Commission (CySEC) on behalf of Financial Institutions
- Draft and review annual reports on Compliance and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) matters
- Conduct AML checks and reviews, including client identification and due diligence
- Review and analyse new regulations and advise on their impact on Financial Institutions
What is Offered:
- Competitive remuneration package, including 13th salary
- Medical fund and provident fund (after completion of 6 months)
- In-house training and professional development
- Flexible working hours
- Ability to work remotely once per week (subject to conditions)
- Annual leave entitlement of 22.5 days (plus half-day on your birthday)
- Paid wedding leave of 2 days
- Business smart dress code with casual Fridays
If you believe you are the right fit for this role, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today through Emerald Zebra!