Senior Legal & Policy Analyst

Senior Legal & Policy Analyst

The Anti Money Laundering Unit (AMLU) of the Portfolio of Legal Affairs is responsible for the coordination of anti-money laundering (AML) and combatting the financing of terrorism (CFT) efforts of relevant competent authorities at the operational level domestically.  The Unit also serves as the secretariat for the Anti-Money Laundering Steering Group (AMLSG), which is the AML/CFT policy-making body for the Cayman Islands. The AMLU is currently recruiting for a seasoned professional to research, formulate policies and conduct legal reviews to enhance the effectiveness of the jurisdiction’s AML/CFT regime.    

Senior Legal and Policy Analyst                                         

Reporting to the Head of the AMLU, the Senior Legal and Policy Analyst will primarily be responsible for AML/CFT research, assessment, and development of relevant policies for the Cayman Islands.  The post-holder is also responsible for assisting the Head of the AMLU with the preparation of various papers required in the legislative process; as well as monitoring and analysis of international developments, and providing technical support to working groups for self–assessments and national assessments.  

Applicants must possess:

• a Bachelor’s degree in Law at a grade 2:1 or above, with candidates who also possess an LLM or a Master’s degree in Finance or Economics being favorably considered;
• at least four (4) years of relevant professional experience in one or more of the following areas: compliance, financial supervision, legal drafting or legal review; or six (6) years of relevant professional experience in the absence of the LLM or Master’s degree in Finance or Economics;
• demonstrated experience with, and up-to-date knowledge of, international standards pertaining to AML/CFT;
• ability to articulate in writing how best to implement international standards within the local context to all relevant stakeholders, and to prepare drafting instructions for legislative changes;
• excellent planning, organizational and prioritization skills; and
• strong oral and written communications skills, with the ability to draft clear and accurate reports and policy papers; and to make presentations and lead and conduct meetings. 

A detailed job description, information on benefits and a Government Application Form are available at:  www.recruitment.gov.ky  

Please submit your Government Application Form, as well as a cover letter, résumé or curriculum vitae to:  Colleen Williams, HR Manager, Portfolio of Legal Affairs, 4^th Floor, Government Administration Building, 133 Elgin Avenue, P.O. Box 136, Grand Cayman, KY1-9000. Telephone: 1 (345) 244 2336. 

Deadline for receipt of applications:  Friday – 16 July 2021