Financial Crime Officer

ABOUT US:

As a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, Alter Domus (meaning “The Other House” in Latin) is proud to be home to 90% of the top 30 asset managers in the private markets, and more than 6,000 professionals across 24 jurisdictions. 

With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different - in what we do, in how we work and most importantly in how we enable and develop our people. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take. 

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With global reach and a commitment to excellence, the Financial Crime Monitoring & Oversight team is responsible for the oversight and monitoring of financial crime controls. As a member of the team, you will report to the Financial Crime Monitoring and Oversight Manager supporting the team in the delivery of Alter Domus’ financial crime monitoring and oversight framework. This is an officer level role designed for a proactive professional eager to develop a broad expertise in financial crime compliance within the financial services industry.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Risk Assessment Support: Assist in the development and maintenance of the Enterprise-wide Financial Crime Risk Assessment methodology, tools and documentation.
• Monitoring Program: Support the design of and execute the Group Financial Crime Compliance and Monitoring Programs (CMPs) through control testing, assess compliance risk, communicate results and deficiencies, monitor mitigation measures implementation.
• Reporting: Produce high-quality monitoring reports for key stakeholders and Boards, communicating results, deficiencies and mitigation measures in a clear and timely manner.
• Systems & Technologies: Develop working knowledge of key financial crime products, systems and technologies (KYC, screening, Transaction Monitoring) to support Group oversight activities.
• Risk Events & Issues Tracking: Assist in tracking financial crime risk events and issues and support the implementation of remediation actions identified following audits, regulatory reviews or control failures.
• Audit & Regulatory Engagement: Support engagement with internal and external audit, assist in regulatory change monitoring, and help oversee outsourced financial crime processes and controls.
• Record Keeping & Follow up: Ensure accurate and timely recording of compliance information by maintaining registers, managing shared mailbox, and organizing files. Proactively follow up on open items and escalate unresolved issues for prompt resolution.
• Additional Tasks: Undertake any other relevant task assigned to support the overall compliance function within the Financial Crime Monitoring & Oversight team.

YOUR PROFILE

• A university degree is not required; we value equivalent professional experience and proven, relevant skills in a compliance, audit, or legal role, preferably within the funds industry, PSF, or banking.
• You possess a good understanding of European and/or UK regulatory and legal financial crime requirements including anti-fraud and anti-bribery and corruption legislation.
• You have good communication skills and can build positive working relationships with a variety of people.
• You have the ability to handle sensitive information with absolute discretion.
• You demonstrate strong analytical and organizational skills, with sharp attention to detail.
• You are proficient in English, with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Any additional language skills are an asset.
• Data analytics capabilities are a plus.
• You are technically competent and have a strong interest in using artificial intelligence and integrating it in our processes.
• You are proactive, a quick learner, and consistently strive for results.
• You have a "can-do" attitude with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, international environment.

WHAT WE OFFER

We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you. 

Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning. 

Our global benefits also include:

• Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave 
• Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday!
• Continuous mentoring along your career progression 
• Active sports, events and social committees across our offices 
• 24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program 
• The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan 
• Plus additional local benefits depending on your location 

Alter Domus is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Equity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. 

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