SVP Compliance Europe

About Citco Citco is a global leader in fund services, corporate governance and related asset services with staff across 80 offices worldwide. With more than $3 trillion in assets under administration, we deliver end-to-end solutions and exceptional service to meet our clients’ needs. For more information about Citco, please visit www.citco.com About the Team & Business Line: Citco Group provides services to our Citco Group of Companies and helps business to succeed in excellent client service. As a valuable member of our Group Compliance team, you will work closely with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to support business operations and help them to achieve their goals. The Group Compliance function strives for best practice across the divisions, providing technical support to the business functions, identifying, managing and reducing compliance risks across the business functions and continually developing key processes in line with industry and regulatory changes. About the Role You will lead compliance and regulatory oversight for the Pan European Citco entities. Currently this includes Citco entities providing Fund and Corporate Services in 7 jurisdictions across Europe. Your role builds strong stakeholder relationships, delivers compliance initiatives, and leverages data to support effective decision-making. It promotes regulatory integrity, manages compliance risks, and supports governance oversight by the legal entity. Stakeholder & Relationship Management Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with key stakeholders to support the business on compliance matters, including navigating situations with differing views through collaboration, empathy, and effective negotiation. Compliance Framework & Risk Management Design, implement, and maintain risk‑based compliance plans aligned with regulatory requirements and business objectives. Identify, assess, and manage compliance risks, supporting the embedding of effective risk management practices and a strong risk culture across the organisation. Provide metrics, data, and insights to support root‑cause analysis and informed decision‑making. Monitoring & Oversight Execute compliance monitoring activities, including reviews in line with annual monitoring plans and the Citco Compliance Monitoring Policy, and report outcomes accordingly. Analyse and escalate suspicious transactions and activities as required, including fulfilment of MLRO responsibilities where applicable. Advisory & Regulatory Support Act as a trusted advisor to the business on compliance‑related matters, including AML/KYC, data protection and confidentiality, outsourcing, and corporate governance. Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of regulatory developments and support impact assessments and implementation plans as required. Governance, Reporting & Regulatory Engagement Draft, maintain, and periodically review compliance policies to ensure clarity and practical application. Prepare compliance reports for the Board and contribute to Board and Committee meetings, clearly articulating compliance risks and recommendations. Lead and participate in communications with regulators and supervisors, ensuring transparent and effective engagement. Support the governance and oversight of the outsourcing framework, ensuring appropriate controls and accountability. Capability Building & Collaboration Promote a learning culture by sharing expertise, encouraging two‑way feedback, and delivering or coordinating training on compliance policies and regulatory changes. Actively contribute to the Compliance Forum, supporting the development and effectiveness of the Group Compliance team. Support regional and group‑wide compliance initiatives led by the Regional Compliance Officer, including cross‑regional collaboration where required. Proactively implement team‑level goals, suggest process improvements, and escalate relevant matters to the Regional Compliance Officer. General Travel as required. Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned, demonstrating flexibility, accountability, and professional judgment. Qualifications About You: You have a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or Economics. 5-7 years of Regulatory Compliance experience in Banking, Fund Administration, Trust and/or Corporate Services industry Prior experience as a Compliance Officer and as a Money Laundering Reporting Officer, including engaging directly with regulators Knowledge of compliance and regulatory matters, especially Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Prior experience in executing regulatory change gap analyses and implementation would be beneficial Prior experience in the planning, fieldwork and reporting stages of Compliance Monitoring reviews would be beneficial Ability to work independently and in a team environment Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise with all levels of management Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Key Competencies: Applies strategic thinking to align compliance activities with business objectives. Leads through influence by delegating effectively and supporting others to take ownership. Builds strong working relationships through empathy, professionalism, and clear communication. Uses data and structured analysis to make informed decisions and solve complex problems. Demonstrates resilience and adaptability in response to regulatory change and business growth. Models strong risk awareness and promotes a positive risk and compliance culture. Our Benefits Your well-being is of paramount importance to us, and central to our success. We provide a range of benefits, training and education support, and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve success in your career while balancing personal needs. Ask us about specific benefits in your location. We embrace diversity, prioritizing the hiring of people from diverse backgrounds. Our inclusive culture is a source of pride and strength, fostering innovation and mutual respect Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.