Role: Head of compliance
Location: Amsterdam
Salary: Competitive and candidate dependent
Reporting To: Board of directors in Amsterdam
A global algo trading firm is seeking an experienced compliance officer, to become responsible for all EU-based compliance activities for their hub in Amsterdam. Our client trade across a broad range of asset classes, instruments and strategies, in a number of financial markets across the globe. If you are seeking a position within a global diverse trading firm who work together in solving complex problems, do not hesitate to look further!
The Candidate
* 7+ years of compliance and financial markets experience
* Experience with European exchanges and regulators
* Strong knowledge of MIFID, MAR and EMIR etc
* Strong organizational and presentation skills
* Analytical and problem-solving skills
* Fluency in English, and Dutch is a bonus
The Role
* 1st point of contact with the local regulators (AFM & DNB)
* Representing the institution in all trade associations internally/externally
* Working alongside the Director of the EU and the head of compliance in the UK
* Assist in the development, implementation of the compliance monitoring programme, policies, procedures and internal controls
* Oversight of EU market abuse surveillance
* Assessment of the impact of new trading initiatives with particular reference to surveillance and transaction reporting
* Guidance on Exchange rules and ad-hoc advisory
* Implementing compliance training program
* Developing a robust compliance culture
* Reporting directly to the board of directors in Amsterdam/UK