About the job
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Compliance Manager to oversee our Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and data protection protocols across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. As the appointed AML Reporting Officer (AMLRO), this role is classified as a Key Management Personnel (KMP) position in compliance with the regulations set forth by the Bank of Ghana. Additionally, the successful candidate will serve as the Data Protection Supervisor, ensuring that our company adheres to the highest standards of compliance and data protection. The ideal candidate will bring substantial expertise in compliance, AML, and data protection, complemented by appropriate qualifications. This role requires effective collaboration across departments to integrate compliance practices seamlessly into business operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, local privacy laws, and the ISO 27001:2022 standards.
Key Responsibilities:
AMLRO Duties:
- Manage and implement compliance policies related to AML/CFT in accordance with applicable local and international regulations across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.
- Maintain thorough records of all AML activities, including conducting periodic AML risk assessments.
- Monitor and investigate suspicious transactions, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of any suspicious activities.
- Act as the designated AMLRO, supervising daily AML operations and serving as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities.
Data Protection Governance:
- Oversee the company’s data protection policies and procedures in line with ISO 27001:2022, GDPR, and relevant local privacy laws in Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.
- Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and ensure accurate documentation of data processing activities, policies, and incidents.
- Keep abreast of changes in data protection laws and best practices, updating company policies accordingly.
- Manage investigations related to data breaches and ensure compliance with reporting obligations to authorities and affected individuals.
- Advise on new projects, products, and technologies, ensuring adherence to privacy by design principles.
- Act as the main point of contact for data subjects regarding their rights related to data protection, including data access requests and rectifications.
- Serve as the officially appointed Data Protection Supervisor and act as a liaison with data protection authorities in relevant markets.
Governance and Regulatory Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with licensing and reporting obligations of the Bank of Ghana, staying current with regulatory changes.
- Support internal compliance audits and ensure the implementation of any necessary corrective actions.
