Chief Compliance Examiner

Responsible for the implementation of the Agency’s AML/CFT/CPF supervisory regime for Non-Profit Organizations and Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions, in accordance with the Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Code of Practice and other relevant legislation.

Chief Compliance Examiner

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation and ongoing development of the NPO/DNFBP supervisory framework, in accordance with FATF standards.
• Develops and ensures implementation of effective policies, procedures and systems to monitor supervised entities’ compliance.
• Creates and manages public awareness/outreach campaigns to communicate money laundering and terrorism financing issues and its consequences for the Territory.
• Develop and execute training workshops and programs geared towards increasing AML/CFT/PF awareness amongst the NPO/DNFBP sector.
• Provide leadership and coaching for the Supervision and Enforcement Unit, including conducting performance appraisals in accordance with the Agency’s performance appraisal program.
• Prepare annual training plans for the Supervision and Enforcement Unit based on the Agency’s needs and developments in the areas of AML/CFT/PF.
• Approve inspection reports and ensure the ongoing monitoring of deficiencies identified.
• Prepare reports and decision papers to be presented to the Director, the FIA Board and the other stakeholders.
• Provide advice and support to the Director on matters relating to the supervision of NPOs/DNFBPs.
• Participate in special projects designed primarily to evaluate and improve policies and procedures related to the supervision of NPOs and DNFBPs.
• Represents the Agency, including the Director and Deputy Director at meetings and other forums.

Minimum Qualifications/Experience/Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in law, finance, business administration, economics or accounting.
• Experience in a regulatory environment, including in-depth knowledge of AML/CFT/CPF principles and FATF Recommendations and Methodology.
• At least seven (7) years’ experience in a similar senior compliance role, which includes sound understanding of supervision and onsite inspections.
• Prior supervisor or management experience.
• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist, Certified Financial Crimes Specialist, International Compliance Association Certification, or Certified Fraud Examiner qualifications
• Sound knowledge of the Territory’s AML/CFT/PF framework and AML/CFT/PF legislation.
• Ability to draft reports and make recommendations concisely.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters and to exercise tact and professionalism at all times.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong analytical skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work under pressure and manage a high workload.
• Sound knowledge of relevant computer software, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Complete application must include a cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications that meet the requirements of the post.

All applications should be addressed to:

Human Resources Manager

Financial Investigation Agency

2nd Floor, Ritter House

Wickham’s Cay II

PO Box 4090

Road Town, Tortola