Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer

About the role

This role assists the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) in implementing, monitoring and maintaining the company's AML/CFT framework, ensuring compliance with Mauritian legislation, FSC requirements and internal policies. It suits someone with strong analytical and investigative skills who wants to work in financial services compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the MLRO in ensuring compliance with FIAMLA, applicable regulations and FSC AML/CFT requirements.
• Review and monitor client onboarding, KYC, CDD and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) processes, including identification and verification of beneficial owners, shareholders and directors.
• Conduct PEP, sanctions and adverse media screening, and monitor high-risk clients, jurisdictions and relationships.
• Help investigate and escalate suspicious transactions to the MLRO, and maintain and update AML/CFT policies, procedures and risk assessments.
• Carry out periodic client file reviews, prepare regulatory reports and respond to FSC queries.
• Support AML/CFT training, compliance monitoring, audits and follow-up of remedial actions, and keep AML/CFT records up to date.

Required profile

• Degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in financial services or the global business sector.
• Good knowledge of FIAMLA, FSC AML/CFT requirements and Global Business operations; previous FSC registration or approval as a DMLRO is a strong advantage.
• Previous experience as an MLRO or DMLRO in an FSC-regulated institution is also considered.
• CAMS, ICA or equivalent professional qualification is an advantage.
• Eligible for appointment and registration/approval with the FSC, subject to regulatory due diligence.

Required skills

• Strong analytical and investigative skills.
• Good knowledge of KYC, CDD and AML/CFT requirements.
• Attention to detail, integrity, confidentiality and professionalism.
• Good communication and reporting skills.