Compliance Officer

ZEDRA is currently looking to expand its activities to AIFM services through the extension of its license to a fully authorized AIFM; in this context, ZEDRA is seeking to recruit a Compliance Officer to complete a team of professionals supporting this activity with our policies as well local regulations. Position will evolve to a “Conducting Officer” role when licence is granted.

The Compliance Officer seeks to ensure that the AIFM's activities comply with regulations.

This position aim to performing controls and providing recommendations, as a matter expert with regard to existing regulation, and/or related to the execution of market transactions in accordance with internal and external directives, professional code of ethics, rules of conduct and other legal market requirements in these matters. 

• Implement and follow-up of necessary controls to execute the annual compliance monitoring plan defined and approved by Zedra AIFM's management (planning, execution, documentation, reporting of findings and control of the implementation of corrective measures). 
• Centralisation of Compliance issues in accordance with the Compliance Policy and Charter;
• Serve as the primary liaison with CSSF regarding internal governance, Compliance, and AML/CTF matters concerning the AIFM 
• Act as a key individual in the annual long-form report conducted by external auditors
• Conduct AML/KYC due diligence on investment counterparts and prepare the AML/KYC acceptance committee 
• Monitor regulatory developments and review AIFM procedures to ensure compliance with new regulations and CSSF circulars
• Provide support to investors during onboarding, including preparation of subscription documents and coordination with transfer agents
• Oversee AML/CTF compliance of delegates and report findings to senior management
• Prepare for and facilitate AIFM quarterly board meetings and Conducting Officers meetings
• Offer proactive assistance in internal audits concerning internal governance, compliance, AML & CTF oversight of delegates, and related matters
• Onboarding of prospect clients for both SPVs and Funds, perform AML/KYC reviews
• Conduct activities to identify, assess and mitigate compliance risks
• Provide support to the business lines and operations teams with explanations, recommendations and trainings on their functions
• Cooperation with authorities (when/if necessary)
• Follow the new legislation and regulations in Luxembourg and adapt the existing procedures and policies
• Assist on new Compliance projects
• Delivery of the performance of the Compliance monitoring program
• Perform control reviews on ongoing due diligence performed for client side
• Review escalation for material daily hits
• Support on internal Governance by the way of submitting compliance reports and analysis
• Contribute to the development of a Compliance framework and culture
• Oversight of ICT outsourced activities to be compliant of DORA regulation , to be the point of contact with IT.
• Update and draft policies on an ongoing basis to be compliant with the AIFMD regulation
• Filing the yearly mandatory CSSF reports to be compliant with AIFMD

We are looking for highly motivated individuals with a strong work ethic, who have a keen interest and understanding of Compliance.

The preferred candidates for this position will be professionals who possess:

• Master’s degree in finance, law, or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role
• Exhibit a strong grasp of the AIFM regulatory framework, including the AIFM Law of 2013, Circular 18/698, and Delegated Regulation 231/2013, as well as AML/CTF and any other regulatory requirements applicable to the collective investment sector (including but not limited to : ESG / SFDR, etc …)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools ; any other IT skills considered as an advantage
• Display excellent teamwork skills, a proactive approach, curiosity, and attention to detail
• Fluently speak business English ; any other language considered as an asset
• Good communication skills and the ability to work within a team; and
• Be proactive, reliable and highly organized.