Compliance Officer

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Strategic role with direct exposure to senior leadership.Broad scope across compliance, AML/CFT and legal matters.

Added 24/09/2026

  • Strategic role with direct exposure to senior leadership.
  • Broad scope across compliance, AML/CFT and legal matters.

Sobre o nosso cliente

  • Our client is a dynamic investment management company operating in the alternative investments space. With ambitious growth plans and a strong commitment to governance, risk management and regulatory excellence, the firm offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of a robust compliance framework while gaining exposure to investment funds and private market structures.

Descrição

  • Act as the formally appointed Compliance Officer and AML/CFT Responsible Officer.
  • Monitor compliance with applicable laws, regulations, internal policies and procedures.
  • Coordinate AML/CFT activities, including KYC/KYB reviews, beneficial ownership assessments, sanctions screening and PEP verification.
  • Maintain compliance registers, controls and reporting frameworks.
  • Identify, escalate and monitor regulatory breaches, deficiencies and compliance risks.
  • Track regulatory developments and support regulatory filings and interactions with authorities.
  • Provide day-to-day legal and regulatory advice to the management company and funds under management.
  • Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, fund documentation and service provider contracts.
  • Liaise with external legal advisers and regulatory stakeholders.
  • Support the Board in governance, regulatory and legal matters.
  • Contribute to the design, implementation and enhancement of compliance policies and internal controls.
  • Assist in building and strengthening processes within a growing organisation.



Perfil ideal

  • Law degree is mandatory.
  • Admission to the Portuguese Bar Association is preferred.
  • Minimum of 6 years' experience in Compliance, Legal or Financial Regulatory roles.
  • Background within asset management, investment funds, private equity, venture capital, banking or law firms with a financial regulatory practice.
  • Solid understanding of Portuguese and European financial regulations.
  • Strong knowledge of AML/CFT requirements, sanctions, KYC/KYB processes and beneficial ownership frameworks.
  • Ability to draft, review and negotiate legal and regulatory documentation.
  • Previous experience interacting with CMVM or other financial regulators is highly valued.
  • Experience within investment funds, management companies or private market structures is strongly preferred.
  • Excellent drafting and communication skills in both Portuguese and English.
  • Strong professional judgement, integrity and independence.
  • Comfortable operating in an entrepreneurial and fast-growing environment.



Vantagens

  • Take ownership of a critical and highly visible compliance function.
  • Work closely with senior leadership and decision-makers.
  • Gain broad exposure across legal, regulatory and AML/CFT matters.
  • Contribute directly to the development of governance and compliance frameworks.
  • Join a growing and ambitious investment management platform.



Pesquise mais Ofertas
Catarina Matias
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7111715

Resumo da Função

Setor
Legal
Subsetor
Gestor de Compliance/Técnico de Compliance
Adicionar indústria
Financial Services
Localização
Lisbon
Tipo de contrato
Indefinido
Nome do Consultor
Catarina Matias
Referência da Oferta
JN-092026-7111715

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