Compliance Officer

Our client, an Investment Fund company based in Luxembourg, is looking for its future Compliance Officer.

This will be a temporary contract of 2 months . Please note that this assignment may be extended, in accordance with Luxembourgish law, for a maximum duration of 1 year.

LHH Recruitment Solutions offers extensive HR solutions through one unique brand. We are specialised in the employment of middle and top management and highly qualified professionals in contracting temporary and permanent placement. At LHH Recruitment Solutions, we believe in talent, not labels, and embrace diversity and promote more inclusive employment to our clients and partners.

Your responsabilites:

• Review investment transactions and mandates to identify money laundering and terrorist financing risks, both before execution and on an ongoing basis
• Analyse sanctions exposure linked to investment activities and ensure compliance throughout the transaction lifecycle
• Support the preparation of compliance assessments and formal approvals for investment decisions
• Help design, update, and enhance internal policies and procedures related to anti-money laundering (AML) and sanctions, and contribute to staff training
• Prepare and present AML/CFT risk updates and reports to internal committees and senior governance bodies
• Act as a subject-matter advisor to frontline teams, providing guidance, training, and oversight on AML and sanctions matters
• Carry out periodic risk assessments and monitoring programmes to evaluate the effectiveness of AML and sanctions controls

Your profile :

• A completed Master’s degree in a relevant subject such as law, finance, economics, political science, or a similar field
• Background or training in compliance, risk management, or anti-money laundering is a strong plus
• Professional certifications in compliance or financial crime (e.g. CAMS, ICA) are an advantage
• 5 to 10 years of professional experience in areas such as regulatory compliance, financial crime, sanctions, or investigations
• Experience working in international environments (financial institutions, regulators, public bodies, or international organisations) is highly valued
• Fluent English is required; knowledge of additional EU languages is a plus

Your competencies :

• A problem-solving mindset, with the ability to adapt and propose practical solutions
• Comfortable working as part of a team, with a strong sense of confidentiality, ownership, and reliability
• Proven ability to perform effectively in fast-moving and complex settings
• Able to remain calm and effective under pressure, meeting deadlines when priorities compete
• Skilled at gathering, analysing, and structuring information clearly
• Capable of handling complex analyses and sensitive topics with sound judgement
• A hands-on and pragmatic approach to day-to-day operational needs
• Strong interpersonal skills, especially in multicultural and international teams
• Confident in written and verbal communication, including drafting and presenting clearly
• Flexible and able to adjust quickly to changing organisational or regulatory requirements

To include yourself in this recruitment process; to find out more information about this role; or to discuss other career opportunities we have available, please contact Muriel Mercier as soon as possible - CONFIDENTIALITY ASSURED.

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