Compliance Executive

About the role

A management company in Mauritius is looking for an experienced Compliance Executive. The role requires deep knowledge of the regulatory landscape governing management companies in Mauritius and covers compliance with FSC, FIAMLA and AML/CFT requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure all entities comply with FSC regulations, FIAMLA and FIAML regulations, and AML/CFT guidelines.
• Help implement and improve the compliance framework, including internal controls, policies and procedures.
• Review client files periodically and make sure statutory filings are submitted on time to the Registrar of Companies, FSC and MRA.
• Handle client onboarding and acceptance, including KYC, CDD/EDD and risk profiling.
• Coordinate with AML/CFT external auditors and ensure independent AML/CFT audits are completed on time.
• Prepare and submit regulatory returns, compliance reports and board-level documentation.
• Monitor and classify clients under FATCA/CRS, including preparing filings and declarations.
• Assist in transaction monitoring, flag unusual activity and escalate suspicious transactions.
• Maintain compliance registers, risk logs and internal documentation, and prepare Business Risk Assessments (BRA) and Client Risk Assessments (CRA).
• Keep clients within the scope of their licensed activities and maintain accurate client data in the CRM system.
• Liaise with regulators and coordinate responses to inspections, audits and regulatory inquiries.

Required profile

• LLB, LLM, ACAMS, or a degree in Law, Finance, Management or a related field.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in compliance or risk management within financial services or management companies.
• Strong understanding of Mauritius' regulatory landscape and international standards.
• Familiarity with FATCA/CRS, AML/CFT frameworks and FSC licensing requirements.

Required skills

• Excellent analytical, communication and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with clients' CRM system.