Company description

ZEDRA is an international provider of Active Wealth, Corporate Services & Global Expansion, Pensions & Incentives and Fund Solutions.

Our experienced teams deliver tailored high-quality advice to companies and family businesses expanding overseas on a range of corporate, global expansion, accounting, tax, global mobility, payroll, pensions and HR matters.

More about ZEDRA Group

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.

Purpose of Role

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.

Key Accountabilities

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

Knowledge and Experience

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.