Senior Associate - Fund RC/AML Officer

Waystone leads the way in specialist services for the asset management industry.

Partnering with institutional investors, investment funds and asset managers, Waystone builds, supports and protects investment structures and strategies worldwide.

With over 20 years’ experience and a comprehensive range of specialist services to its name, Waystone is now serving assets under management in excess of $2Tn. Waystone provides its clients with the guidance and tools to allow them to focus on managing their investment goals with confidence.

JOB PURPOSE

The Fund RC / AML Officer will be an integral part of the Waystone team and will play a pivotal role of the team’s success.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Undertake the RC role for UCITS and AIF structures (SIF, UCI Part II, RAIF, SCS(p));


• Draft, review and update Fund AML policies and related AML/CFT documentation;


• Review and monitor KPIs provided by the Fund transfer agent


• Draft the quarterly, annual and regulatory RC reports.


• Liaise with different Fund service providers and manage escalations as RC of the funds;


• Attend quarterly board meetings and present RC reports as the appointed RC of the funds;


• Perform regulatory filings and act as contact person for AED/CSSF on behalf of the funds;


• Contribute to various RC matters (processed, agreements, etc);


• Perform regulatory research, monitoring and assess impact of new AML laws/regulations.


• Assist and support the RC team with other RC-related matters.

REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 Education

• Degree in Finance or Law;


• Ideally RC or AML certifications

Experience

• At least 5 years of relevant work experience with AML/KYC focus;


• Deep knowledge of the Luxembourg regulatory environment for investment funds (both UCITS and AIF), including of the roles and responsibilities of AIFM/ManCo and fund administrators;


• Extensive knowledge of the RC role and the Luxembourg AML/KYC regulations;


• Team player, proactive, client-oriented, accurate and detail-oriented;


• Fluency in English.