Senior Compliance Executive

About the role

The Senior Compliance Executive will lead the implementation of Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and anti‑money laundering (AML) measures across the organization. Reporting to the Compliance Manager, you will ensure that internal controls are robust, risks are identified early, and regulatory obligations are met.

Key responsibilities

• Apply effective CDD measures on applicants, principals and transaction‑related parties.
• Identify, monitor and escalate deficiencies in internal compliance practices within the AXIS group.
• Diagnose high‑risk areas and provide compliance input to mitigate them.
• Assist in day‑to‑day monitoring of the firm’s AML policies and coordinate with other departments.
• Conduct World‑Check and internet searches, including sanction‑list screening.
• Prepare and maintain CDD trackers, checklists, and related documentation.
• Attend to KYC/CDD queries, flag suspicious transactions and prepare risk‑committee minutes.
• Schedule and drive monthly compliance operational meetings and ensure follow‑up actions are completed.
• Maintain accurate KYC records, respond to regulator inquiries and produce annual compliance reports.
• Train and coach junior team members and contribute to compliance‑related training material.

Required profile

• Proven experience in compliance, AML or KYC within a financial services environment.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to identify and assess risk.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Detail‑oriented and capable of managing multiple compliance projects simultaneously.

Required skills

• World‑Check screening tool