Head, Ethics and Compliance at Unified Payment Services Limited

Job Objectives

The Head of Ethics & Compliance ensures that ethical conduct is embedded within the organization's operations, AML/CTF/CPF risks are effectively managed, and robust data protection measures are implemented across all business functions.

Duties & Responsibilities

Regulatory and Compliance Management

• Contribute to the design and implementation of a comprehensive Compliance program in collaboration with regulators and internal management to ensure adherence to regulatory and compliance standards
• Monitor compliance with the organization's code of conduct and ensure operations remain legal, ethical, and responsible
• Establish and maintain an effective system for reporting and investigating AML/CFT/CPF and code of conduct violations within the organization
• Ensure compliance with applicable data privacy laws and regulations
• Develop and facilitate compliance risk assessment training workshops for all stakeholders

Risk Assessment and Management

• Conduct regular ML/TF/PF risk assessments of the organization's operations, products, and services to identify and mitigate potential financial crime risks
• Maintain an updated risk register and develop risk assessment reports for approval by senior management and the Board
• Monitor and analyze ML/TF/PF emerging trends and typologies to ensure the organization has adequate preventive measures against use as a conduit for financial crimes
• Collaborate with relevant departments to ensure ML/TF/PF controls and mitigation measures are in place and effective

Cross-Functional Responsibilities

• Engage in cross-functional responsibilities and perform additional compliance functions as assigned by the Chief Compliance Officer

Requirements

Education

• University degree in Finance, Accountancy, Banking, Law, or Financial Management
• Membership in a professional body is mandatory. Eligible organizations include:
  • Association of Certified Anti-money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS)