Head of Compliance

A well-established international financial services organisation is seeking a Head of Compliance to join its Luxembourg office.

Operating within a CSSF-regulated specialised PSF, this is a senior control-function position responsible for overseeing the compliance and AML/CFT framework, providing independent challenge to senior management, and acting as a key point of contact for regulatory matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as RC for AML/CFT matters.
• Lead the Compliance function and oversee the compliance monitoring programme.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with the CSSF and other relevant authorities.
• Maintain and enhance the AML/CFT, compliance and risk management frameworks.
• Prepare and present compliance and AML/CFT reports to Senior Management and the Board.
• Conduct regulatory risk assessments and monitor regulatory developments.
• Provide oversight and challenge of customer due diligence, onboarding and financial crime controls.
• Support business acceptance decisions through participation in governance committees.
• Deliver compliance advice and guidance to senior stakeholders across the organisation.
• Promote and maintain a strong culture of compliance and ethical conduct.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 6 years' experience in a senior compliance and/or AML/CFT position within the Luxembourg financial services sector.
• Previous experience as Head of Compliance, RC, MLRO, Conducting Officer Compliance, Chief Compliance Officer or similar.
• Strong knowledge of Luxembourg AML/CFT regulations, CSSF requirements and financial crime frameworks.
• Experience within a specialised PSF, corporate services provider, fiduciary business, fund administrator, AIFM, ManCo or related environment.
• Proven track record interacting with regulators, senior management and Boards.
• Strong understanding of compliance monitoring, governance frameworks and risk-based control environments.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.