Assistant Legal & Compliance Assistant at Centum

Job Brief

• Nabo Capital Ltd is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Legal and Compliance Officer to join our dynamic fund management firm.
• Assistant Legal and Compliance Officer will be responsible for ensuring that our operations and business transactions follow all relevant legal and internal rules. This role involves working closely with internal stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and external legal counsel to uphold the highest standards of legal and regulatory compliance.

Principle Accountabilities:

Legal Compliance

• Interpret and ensure compliance with laws and regulations applicable to fund management.
• Review and provide legal advice on contracts, agreements, and internal policies.
• Monitor changes in laws and regulations that may impact the firm and recommend necessary actions.

Regulatory Compliance

• Develop, implement, and manage the firm's compliance program.
• Stay informed about regulatory developments and assess their impact on operations.
• Prepare and submit reports to regulatory authorities as required.

Internal Policies and Procedures

• Develop and update internal policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
• Provide guidance on compliance with internal policies to employees.
• Conduct training sessions on compliance-related matters.

Risk Management

• Identify and assess potential compliance risks.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with internal teams to address compliance-related issues.

Investigations and Resolutions

• Conduct internal investigations into compliance-related matters.
• Develop and implement corrective action plans to address identified issues.
• Collaborate with legal counsel as needed.

Contract Management

• Review and negotiate contracts, ensuring compliance.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in law or degree in business with legal and compliance qualification is required.
• Proven experience in legal and compliance roles, preferably in the financial or fund management industry.
• In-depth knowledge of CMA laws and regulations, and risk and compliance laws best practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.