Senior Compliance Specialist
Engelwood Asset Management S.A. – Senior Compliance Specialist
Engelwood Asset Management S.A. is active in fund structuring, asset management and asset services. The company was founded in July 2001 and was renamed Engelwood Asset Management S.A. in July 2019.
Engelwood Asset Management S.A. is a CSSF regulated third party AIFM (European Alternative Investment Fund Manager) in Luxembourg.
Because of growing business and to reinforce our team, we are currently looking for an Senior Compliance Specialist to join our company.
Key responsibilities:
- Take a proactive lead role in executing AML/KYC reviews for clients, investors, assets, and counterparties, including onboarding, ad hoc, and periodic file reviews.
- Provide ongoing guidance and subject matter expertise to internal teams on AML/KYC compliance-related matters.
- Draft, coordinate, and follow up on compliance requests related to AML, FATCA, and CRS, including client identification, verification, and screening processes.
- Review and validate third-party compliance documentation packages, including those related to UBO, FATCA/CRS, and MiFID regulations.
- Supervise and assist junior staff in day-to-day compliance activities, offering mentorship and oversight.
- Perform AML/KYC assessments and second-level reviews of junior work.
- Contribute to the development and delivery of AML/KYC compliance and regulatory training sessions for team members.
- Maintain and update KYC databases and systems; identify, assess, and resolve data quality issues, including analyzing large datasets for accuracy and consistency.
- Ensure the KYC tool is consistently updated with accurate and complete information.
- Conduct transaction monitoring reviews, including the identification, verification, and screening of counterparties to detect unusual or suspicious activity.
- Prepare Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) in line with internal procedures and regulatory standards.
- Coordinate the Client Acceptance Committee process, including preparation of meeting materials and formal documentation of meeting minutes.
- Support the preparation of internal and external compliance reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Minimum profile requirements:
- Minimum 4/5 years of experience in a similar position in an AIFM or within a fund (Luxembourg);
- Degree in Business Law or Finance.
- Acting as a team member with flexibility and a proactive “can-do” attitude;
- Outstanding attention to details;
- Willingness to learn;
- Client-oriented and problem solver;
- Good knowledge of local AML laws and regulations.
- Good knowledge of standard computer tools (MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
- Good organisational skills, ability to work under pressure and set priorities;
- Fluency in English and proficiency in French, both written and oral, and any additional language (Italian, Spanish…) will be an asset.
The salary package offered will be commensurate with your professional expertise and experience. This position is available
immediately. This is a unique and potentially career-defining opportunity for the candidate with the right spirit and experience.
If you are interested in taking this challenging opportunity please send your application (cover letter, CV, supporting references)
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by our HR team.
In compliance with the law of 23rd July 2016, the selected candidate will be requested to provide a criminal record (section 3).
We are an equal opportunity employer, who believes that diversity is good for our people and our business. As such, we welcome
applications from candidates without regard to their gender, age, racial or ethnic origin, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation/
identity or disability.
