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Compliance Officer Job Vacancy at Guyana Securities Council

The Guyana Securities Council has announced an exciting opportunity for suitably qualified individuals to apply for the position of Compliance Officer. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring entities comply with the Securities Industry Act 1998 and the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism Act 2009 as amended.

Responsibilities

As a key member of the Guyana Securities Council team, the Compliance Officer will be tasked with:

  • Conducting Anti-Money Laundering (AML) examinations of reporting entities in accordance with the AML/CFT Act and the council’s AML/CFT Supervisory Examination Policies and Procedures.
  • Reviewing and updating internal standard operating procedures.
  • Reviewing and proposing changes to all internal guidelines, procedures, manuals, strategies, etc.
  • Establishing training programs for reporting entities.
  • Updating internal AML registers.
  • Acting in a proactive manner to identify regulatory and supervisory developments.
  • Preparing and maintaining detailed reports of findings and ongoing surveillance of reporting entities.
  • Overseeing legal advice on matters relating to AML/CFT compliance and market surveillance.

Qualifications

To be considered for the position, applicants must:

  • Be admitted to practice as an Attorney at Law in Guyana.
  • Have experience in leading investigations related to regulatory and legislative compliance (an asset).
  • Be a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (an asset).
  • Possess knowledge of Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Recommendations and Mutual Evaluation Process.

Key Skills

The successful candidate will have:

  • Excellent presentation skills.
  • Problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work well within a team.
  • Exceptional written, oral communication, and report writing skills.
  • A willingness to learn and adapt.

How to Apply

Interested individuals are invited to submit their applications and curriculum vitae to:

34 King Street, Lacytown, Georgetown or via email at gsc@guyanasecuritiescouncil.com by November 17th, 2023.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. The Guyana Securities Council looks forward to receiving applications from qualified candidates who are passionate about ensuring regulatory compliance in the financial sector.