Head of Compliance

Location: Luxembourg Workplace: on-site At TechBiz Global, we are providing recruitment service to our TOP clients from our portfolio. We are currently seeking a Head of Complience to join one of our clients ' teams. If you're looking for an exciting opportunity to grow in a innovative environment, this could be the perfect fit for you. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Regulatory Compliance & Governance • Oversee day-to-day compliance across all business activities, covering MiFID II, AML/CFT legislation, CSSF circulars, DORA, and relevant EU regulations. • Own the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of internal policies, procedures, and the compliance monitoring programme. • Support the implementation of a governance structure aligned with the three lines of defense model. • Provide practical regulatory guidance to management on new initiatives, product development, and operational changes. AML/CFT & Financial Crime Prevention • Lead the AML/CFT framework, including institutional and client risk assessments, onboarding controls, ongoing monitoring, and suspicious activity reporting. • Work closely with digital onboarding and RegTech functions to ensure effective controls without compromising the client experience. Regulatory Interface • Serve as a key point of contact with the CSSF on supervisory matters, licence conditions, and regulatory reporting. • Prepare and coordinate regulatory submissions, respond to supervisory queries, and help maintain a constructive and transparent relationship with the regulator. Operational Resilience & ICT Governance • Work alongside Risk and IT on DORA-related implementation, ICT risk governance, incident reporting, and oversight of outsourced service providers. Advisory & Culture • Act as a trusted advisor to senior management and the Board on regulatory developments, emerging risks, and compliance strategy. • Help set the tone from the top by embedding a strong compliance culture across the organisation from inception. Essential • Approximately ten (10) to twelve (12) years of relevant compliance experience within Luxembourg-regulated financial institutions. • Direct, hands-on exposure to the CSSF supervisory environment, including active interaction with the regulator. • Proven track record of managing regulatory expectations and navigating supervisory processes. • Strong working knowledge of MiFID II, AML/CFT requirements, and the regulatory framework applicable to investment firms. • Eligible, based on qualifications and experience, for CSSF approval as Responsable du Contrôle (RC) and MLRO. • Fluent English, written and spoken. Desirable • Experience in fintech, digital wealth management, or technology-enabled investment platforms. • Familiarity with Sharia-compliant investment products or Islamic finance principles. • Working proficiency in French.