Senior Manager - Client Compliance

About the role

Iq Eq is seeking a Senior Manager

Client Compliance to join its established team in St Helier, Jersey. This role is responsible for overseeing compliance functions across a diverse portfolio of clients operating in the fund services and corporate services sectors. The Senior Manager will ensure that every client engagement meets the highest regulatory standards and internal policy requirements. Reporting to the Compliance Director, this position plays a central part in maintaining the firm's strong reputation for delivering dependable compliance services to both institutional and private wealth clients throughout the Channel Islands and beyond.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Lead the detailed review and formal approval of client compliance documentation and onboarding materials for newly established fund structures.
• Monitor ongoing client portfolios on a regular basis to ensure strict adherence to anti-money laundering and know-your-client regulatory requirements.
• Prepare comprehensive compliance reports for senior leadership and external regulatory bodies, presenting findings and recommendations clearly and accurately.
• Coordinate closely with legal and tax advisory teams to address client-specific regulatory obligations that span multiple international jurisdictions.
• Develop, document, and maintain compliance procedures that fully align with Jersey Financial Services Commission guidelines and industry best practices.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments for each client relationship and escalate any potential compliance concerns to the appropriate internal stakeholders promptly.
• Train and mentor junior compliance staff members on the latest regulatory updates, internal policies, and professional best practices for client servicing.
• Manage the complete annual compliance review cycle for every client account, ensuring all deliverables are completed and filed within required timelines.
• Liaise directly with external auditors and regulatory authorities during formal inspections and inquiries related to client compliance matters and obligations.
• Support business development initiatives by advising prospective clients on compliance requirements and regulatory considerations for new engagement opportunities.

Requirements

• A minimum of eight years of progressive experience in compliance, regulatory affairs, or a closely related discipline within the financial services industry.
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification in finance, law, business administration, or a relevant academic field.
• Demonstrated track record of managing complex client relationships and leading a dedicated team of compliance professionals in a service-oriented environment.
• Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of Jersey financial services regulations, anti-money laundering legislation, and know-your-client statutory requirements.
• Strong working knowledge of fund administration processes and the broader regulatory landscape applicable to alternative investment structures and vehicles.
• Proven ability to interpret and correctly apply complex regulatory guidance to practical, real-world client situations with precision and care.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and professionally formatted compliance documentation.
• Substantial experience working with international clients across multiple jurisdictions and time zones within a professional services or financial services environment.

Nice to have

• A relevant professional certification such as ICA, ICSA, or an equivalent recognized compliance qualification from a respected body.
• Prior hands-on experience working within a fund administration or corporate services firm based in the Channel Islands region.
• Familiarity with regulatory technology platforms and compliance automation tools that are commonly used across the financial services sector.
• Solid knowledge of European Union and United Kingdom regulatory frameworks, including MiFID directives and the Money Laundering Regulations.

Skills & tools

• Proficiency in core regulatory compliance frameworks including anti-money laundering, know-your-client, and counter-terrorist financing standards.
• Hands-on experience with client relationship management systems and specialized compliance tracking software platforms used in professional services.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills for interpreting complex regulatory texts and applying them accurately to client-specific scenarios.
• Proven ability to manage multiple client accounts simultaneously while consistently maintaining a high standard of attention to detail.
• Working familiarity with a broad range of financial services products including investment funds, trusts, and corporate structures.
• Competence in preparing formal board-level reports, regulatory filings, internal policy documents, and other compliance-related written materials.

Practical notes

• This is a full-time position based in the St Helier office in Jersey, Channel Islands, with regular in-person attendance expected.
• All candidates must be eligible to work in Jersey or hold the appropriate work authorization and residency status for the jurisdiction.
• The role involves frequent and regular interaction with clients, external regulators, and internal teams distributed across the broader Iq Eq global network.
• Iq Eq provides a supportive professional development environment with structured opportunities for career progression and advancement within the compliance function.