Compliance Administrator at Apex Group

Description

• The Client Compliance FCC / Compliance Administrator role plays a critical role in delivering regulatory compliance and financial crime obligations across Apex-managed entities. The position is primarily responsible for executing the Compliance Monitoring Program (CMP) and preparing accurate, regulator-ready reports. This is an execution-focused role forming part of the first line of defense within the Client Compliance operating model.

Job specification 
Compliance Monitoring Program 

• Support the team in Guernsey in executing CMP reviews for managed entities in line with the approved annual CMP plan. 
• Support the team in Guernsey performing Perform monitoring activities across regulatory compliance and financial crime risk areas, including AML/CFT, sanctions, governance, client onboarding, and ongoing monitoring controls. 
• Complete CMP testing, evidence gathering, and documentation in accordance with internal standards and GFSC expectations. 

Reporting & Documentation

• Draft clear, accurate, and regulator-ready CMP reports for review by the CMP 
• Manager and ultimate acceptance by the CO, MLCO, and MLRO. 
• Maintain consistent report structure, language, and risk articulation across  entities. 
• Support preparation of management information (MI) and summary reporting for internal governance forums. 
• Maintain orderly, auditable CMP files and evidence repositories.
• Maintain regulatory registers, trackers, and correspondence logs. 
• Assist with training coordination and promote a positive compliance culture. 
• Support AML/CFT compliance, sanctions screening, and regulatory submissions as directed.

Governance & Escalation

• Escalate identified issues, control failures, or material risks in line with defined thresholds. 
• Ensure accurate recording of issues, breaches, and remediation actions within internal tracking tools.

Skills Required:
Essential:

• Experience in compliance, AML/CFT, or financial crime support within a regulated financial services environment.
• Understanding of CMP and testing methodologies.
• Strong report-writing and documentation skills; high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Desirable:

• Experience within managed licensee or fiduciary services environment.
• Experience using compliance monitoring tools or case management systems.

Key Behavioral Competencies:

• Methodical and process-driven approach. 
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability. 
• Professional judgment and confidence to escalate issues appropriately. 
• Clear written communication suitable for regulatory and Board-level audiences.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Candidates will have financial sector experience and a good understanding of, and experience with, performing Financial Crime Compliance roles and will have: 
• Candidates with approximately 1 + years’ experience are likely to be well positioned for this opportunity. Apex remains open to those who may not meet this benchmark but can demonstrate a strong track record of delivery, leadership potential, or subject matter expertise;
• Relevant compliance or financial crime qualification (or working towards), e.g., ICA,  ACAMS. 
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.