Accounting / Audit

Cyprus

KPMG LIMITED

Lawyers

Finance

AML, Compliance and Risk Management

The successful candidate, as part of the existing advisory team will provide a wide range of advisory services to the Financial Services industry (e.g. Investment Firms, Payment Institutions and Banks), mostly on AML regulatory compliance maters.&nbsp;The Opportunity:&nbsp;The job holder will be required either to take responsibility for areas of regulatory change, compliance reviews, as part of a larger engagement team or to manage small teams carrying out risk and compliance engagements. Apart from project delivery responsibilities, support will be given for other aspects of the team's work including sales and marketing, research and development and knowledge management. The key responsibilities include, amongst other:&nbsp;<ul><li>Performing compliance reviews / assessment on AML-advisory related matters and projects</li><li>Drafting policies and procedures customized to the clients’ needs and specificities, and at the same time ensuring compliance with the regulatory requirements</li><li>Participating as a team member in various engagements, meeting the set requirements of delivering the assigned work</li><li>Develop in-depth understanding of the regulatory framework by using business knowledge, analytical skills and experience</li><li>Communication with clients</li><li>Drafting of reports</li><li>Presenting / preparing deliverables and trainings to clients</li><li>Attending professional development seminars and keeping up-to-date with upcoming regulatory changes</li><li>Assisting in the business development process of the Department, being involved in tendering procedures and drafting of proposals, and be able to grasp any arising opportunities</li><li>Prepare reports / deliverables of a high standard subject to Manager’s review. Be able to support content of the report in terms of factual accuracy and completeness as per the defined scope of work</li></ul>&nbsp;What we are Looking for:&nbsp;<ul><li>University Degree with a minimum grade of 2:1 (or equivalent) of any discipline. A background in Business, Risk, Finance, Economics or Legal or Compliance, will be considered an advantage</li><li>A minimum of 3 years’ working experience in the Financial Services sector, Banking industry or in an advisory/audit firm, preferably in the area of regulatory compliance and specifically on AML matters, will be considered as an advantage</li><li>Prior experience in a Compliance function within the Financial Services sector will be considered an advantage</li><li>Knowledge of other regulatory compliance matters of the financial services sector, such as MiFID, EMIR, SFDR etc., will be considered as an advantage</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills in both Greek and English</li><li>Strong report writing skills</li><li>IT literacy with sound knowledge and experience of Excel/Word/ PowerPoint (Microsoft Office)</li></ul>&nbsp;Personal Characteristics:&nbsp;<ul><li>Flexible and eager to work on demanding and challenging projects, collaborating with team members across different business units&nbsp;</li><li>Strong presentation and communication skills</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills, with a high level of self-motivation, professional discipline, accuracy and reliability</li><li>Exceptional analytical, problem solving, time management, organizational, project management and evaluative skills</li><li>Strong supervisory and coaching skills</li><li>Professional attitude with a strong sense of initiative, enthusiasm, career orientation, and a collaborative team spirit</li><li>Ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously</li><li>Proactive and capable of taking ownership of tasks while working under the guidance of the engagement manager</li><li>Creative, innovative, and a strong team player</li></ul>&nbsp;Why join KPMG Cyprus?The Benefits:&nbsp;Financial<ul><li>Competitive remuneration package (incl. 13th salary)</li><li>Bonus Scheme that reflects firm &amp; individual performance</li><li>Provident Fund</li><li>Fully sponsored ACA/ACCA/ADIT studies</li></ul>&nbsp;Health and Wellbeing<ul><li>BeWell@KPMG – a holistic programme to support employees’ wellbeing</li><li>In-house occupational psychologist</li><li>Occupational doctor</li><li>KPMG Gym benefits</li><li>Regular Participation in corporate and Outdoor Team Building events</li></ul>&nbsp;Life at KPMG<ul><li>Excellent opportunities for career development &amp; advancement</li><li>Hybrid working model (working from the office, client and home)</li><li>Flexible working hours</li><li>Friday afternoon off</li><li>Flexible Lunch Break</li><li>Flex Fridays for July &amp; August (Reduced Hours – 36hours)</li><li>Reduced hours and/or Mother’s scheme working options</li><li>Paid Maternity &amp; Paternity Leave</li><li>Paid Sick Leave</li><li>Holiday entitlement from the 1st day you join</li><li>Global Mobility programme</li><li>Dress for your Day</li><li>Free Parking</li></ul> If you believe that you have the above qualifications, and this opening sounds interesting&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://career5.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=2418&amp;company=KPMGHEMAPROD">apply now</a>.&nbsp;All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. Only successful applicants will be contacted.&nbsp;Should you have any queries in completing the online application form, please do not hesitate to contact us.&nbsp;T: 22 209196, E:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@kpmg.com.cy">recruitment@kpmg.com.cy</a>

The RoleWe are currently looking to recruit a Financial Services Regulatory Compliance Consultant to join our Financial Risk Management team in Nicosia. The successful candidate, as part of the existing advisory team of the Financial Risk Management Department, will provide a wide range of advisory services to the Financial Services industry (e.g. Investment Firms, Payment Institutions and Banks), mostly on regulatory compliance matters, such as MiFID II, AML, PRIIPs, EMIR etc.The ResponsibilitiesThe job holder will be required either to take responsibility for areas of regulatory change, compliance reviews, as part of a larger engagement team or to manage small teams carrying out risk and compliance engagements. Apart from project delivery responsibilities, support will be given for other aspects of the team's work including sales and marketing, research and development and knowledge management. The key responsibilities include, amongst other:<ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Perform compliance reviews on AML related matters</li><li>Participate in gap / impact assessments on MiFID II / MiFIR and other key regulations</li><li>Involved in the authorization procedures for various financial institutions and the preparation of the application packs for the Competent Authorities</li><li>Draft policies and procedures customized to the clients’ needs and specificities, and at the same time ensuring compliance with the regulatory requirements</li><li>Participate as a team member in various engagements, meeting the set requirements of delivering the assigned work</li><li>Develop in-depth understanding of the regulatory framework by using business knowledge, analytical skills and experience</li><li>Develop clear and concise written recommendations and addressing matters which require management attention timely and in an efficient manner.</li><li>Present recommendations and resolve issues with client management.</li><li>Attend professional development seminars and keep abreast of new legislation and techniques</li><li>Seek to be up to date with any new business and regulatory developments and requirements in meeting client needs.</li><li>Assist in the business development process of the Department, being involved in tendering procedures and drafting of proposals, and be able to grasp any arising opportunities</li></ul><ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Prepare reports / deliverables of a high standard subject to Manager’s review. Be able to support content of the report in terms of factual accuracy and completeness as per the defined scope of work.</li></ul>The Individual<ul><li>University Degree with grade 2:1 (or equivalent) of any discipline. Finance, Economics or Legal and Compliance background will be considered an advantage.</li><li>A minimum of 2 years working experience in the Financial Services sector or in the Banking industry or in an advisory or audit firm.</li><li>Prior experience in a Compliance function within the Financial Services sector will be considered an advantage</li><li>Possession of professional accounting or other banking qualification (e.g. ACCA, ACA, CFA) or knowledge of BASEL II will be considered as an advantage. </li><li>Knowledge of MiFID and / or AML and/ or BASEL will be considered as an advantage.</li><li>Flexibility and desire to work on demanding and challenging projects, and interact with team-members from other business groups. </li><li>Strong presentation skills.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills, self-motivation, professional discipline, accuracy and reliability.</li><li>Exceptional analytical, problem solving, time management, organizational, project management and evaluative skills.</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills in both Greek and English.</li><li>Professionalism, self-motivation, career orientation, enthusiasm, team working spirit.</li><li>Excellent Report writing skills.</li><li>Strong supervisory and coaching skills.</li><li>Must be able to work under pressure and perform multi-tasking activities.</li><li>Take initiative in own work under the supervision of the responsible manager of each engagement.</li><li>Innovative, team player.</li><li>IT literacy with sound knowledge and experience of Excel/Word/ PowerPoint (Microsoft Office).</li></ul>The company offers an attractive remuneration package based on qualifications and experience, including medical fund, flexible working hours as well as excellent opportunities for career development and advancement.If you believe that you have the above qualifications and this opening sounds challenging apply now, through our <a href="https://onlinerecruitment.exelsyslive.com/?c=0a78ffe2-98d8-4927-ad81-944e0932aebd&amp;v=2019/0054">Online Application</a>.<div style="text-align: justify;"> </div>Should you have any queries in completing the online application form, please do not hesitate to contact us.<div style="text-align: justify;"> </div>T: 22 209196, E:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@kpmg.com.cy">recruitment@kpmg.com.cy</a><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div>All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Financial Services Regulatory Compliance Consultant - Nicosia

Financial Services Regulatory Compliance Consultant - Nicosia

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