Chief Compliance Officer/Head of AML/CFT - Ireland - Soteriare

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Chief Compliance Officer/Head of AML/CFT

Job Description:

As a member of the FDA Compliance team, you will serve as an informed, trusted partner, promoting a culture of ethical conduct and commitment to supporting compliance, regulatory, and legal obligations. As the Head of AML/CFT for FDA Ltd. Ireland, you will be responsible for the Fidelity Digital Assets, Ltd Ireland's anti-money laundering and counter terrorist financing compliance program and will also act as the entity's Money Laundering Reporting Officer ("MLRO").

You will be responsible for:

• Ensuring an effective risk-based AML/CTF/Sanctions Compliance Program to comply with anti-money laundering, anti-terrorist financing and government and economic sanctions requirements across the EEA.
• Working with Risk and Compliance stakeholders to build out the firm's Three Lines of Defence model, as the business matures.
• Acting as the "Compliance Officer" for the Firm under section 54 of the Criminal Justice (Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing) Act 2010 (as amended) (the "CJA"). In addition to this role specification, the Head of AML will have regard to the duties expected of them by the Central Bank of Ireland AML Guidelines and the EBA Guidelines on the role of the AML/CTF Compliance Officer.
• Developing and maintaining an AML risk assessment framework for the Firm tailored to the Firm's money laundering and terrorist financing risk profile and ensuring adequate policies, procedures and controls are in place that are commensurate with the Firm's assessment and management of the risks identified.
• Conducting, at least annually, assurance testing programme on the AML/CTF controls and procedures of the Firm.
• Being aware of and communicating to the Board new regulatory developments and recommend any corrective measures required to be taken to address identified weaknesses in the AML/CTF framework of the Firm.
• Working closely with the firm's service provider to ensure it implements any identified AML/CTF and financial sanctions related changes to its processes on time and effectively.
• Responsible for the complete and timely submission of suspicious transaction reports.
• Coordinating and leading the Firm's response to regulatory inspections and engagements related to its AML/CTF and financial sanctions compliance and consulting and involving the Firm's board and, other service providers to the Firm, and legal counsel as required in the formulation of any response(s) or remediation plans.

The Expertise and Skills You Bring

• 12+ years of related experience in Compliance, Risk or Legal.
• 4-year college degree required.
• Prior experience in a Central Bank approved role as PCF-15 or PCF-52.
• Anti-money laundering expertise including knowledge of the applicable legal and regulatory AML/CTF framework (such as the CJA and relevant EU AML Directives), and the implementation of AML/CTF policies, controls and procedures.
• Relevant experience regarding the identification, assessment and management of the money laundering, terrorist financing and financial sanctions Experience working with regulators.
• Subject matter expertise on compliance and regulatory requirements for Ireland and across the EEA.
• Demonstrated reputation of operating with the highest honesty and integrity in performing your function meeting all ethical and conduct standards to meet the Fit and Proper standards of the CBI.
• Ability to influence key decision-makers through a combination of knowledge, reasoning, and relationships.
• Drafting policies and procedures, communications to the business and other leaders, including status reports, program updates and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and communicate regulatory guidance to support business unit initiatives and advise leaders how to proceed from a compliance perspective.

The Team

This team reports to the Chief Compliance Officer for Fidelity Digital Assets, a full-service, enterprise-grade platform for securing, trading, and supporting investments in digital assets. Fidelity Digital Assets is a subsidiary of Fidelity Investments and operates as a separate business dedicated to digital assets.

Company Overview

Why Fidelity?

• A company that is committed to innovation and being an industry leader by investing in technology.
• More than 12,000 technology professionals utilizing an Agile methodology enterprise-wide.
• Access to top-tier technology platforms, tools and frameworks.
• Challenging positions and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package that includes bonus, health insurance, pension, life assurance and a variety of work/life programs.

Company Culture

At Fidelity, we reward ambitious, passionate individuals with a work environment that fosters diversity, teamwork and collaboration as well as encourages innovative ideas and fresh thinking. We recognize the value that employees' individual differences can contribute to the bright and strong future of our company.

At Fidelity, we are focused on making our financial expertise broadly accessible and effective in helping people live the lives they want. We are a privately held company that places a high degree of value in creating and nurturing a work environment that attracts the best talent and reflects our commitment to our associates. Fidelity established an Ireland presence in 1996 and we currently employ 1,700 staff across IT and shared services, with offices in Dublin (City West) and Galway (Parkmore East).

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About Us

At Fidelity, we are passionate about making our financial expertise broadly accessible and effective in helping people live the lives they want We are a privately held company that places a high degree of value in creating and nurturing a work environment that attracts the best talent and reflects our commitment to our associates. We are proud of our diverse and inclusive workplace where we respect and value our associates for their unique perspectives and experiences. For information about working at Fidelity, visit

Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer.

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