Compliance Executive – Financial Services

About the role

The Compliance Executive will support the Compliance Officer, MLRO and DMLRO in delivering outsourced compliance services for Mauritius FSC‑licensed entities, including Global Business Companies, funds and similar structures. The role ensures that all AML/CFT and regulatory obligations are fully met for our financial institution clients.

Key responsibilities

• Support day‑to‑day AML/CFT operations, applying FIAMLA 2002, the AML/CFT Handbook, FSC rules and sanctions regimes.
• Assist with compliance controls, screenings, transaction monitoring and CDD collection under the three‑lines‑of‑defence model.
• Draft periodic compliance reports for client boards and conduct business and client risk assessments.
• Review and recommend updates to clients’ AML/CFT manuals.
• Identify, document and escalate suspicious activities under MLRO/DMLRO guidance.
• Support AML/CFT audits, ensure timely closure of recommendations and implement compliance officer reports.
• Provide assistance during FSC off‑site and on‑site inspections, including preparation and follow‑up.
• Undertake ad‑hoc tasks and special projects as required.

Required profile

• Degree in Law, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Finance or related field, or professional qualifications such as ACCA, ICSA or ACAMS.
• 4–5 years of compliance administration experience in financial services, preferably with Mauritius Management Companies.
• Strong knowledge of FIAMLA 2002, AML/CFT Handbook and FSC rules.

Required skills

• AML/CFT compliance
• Risk assessment
• Regulatory reporting
• Client due diligence (CDD)
• Transaction monitoring