Associate Director – MLRO

Waystone

Associate Director-AML Officer Services at Waystone handling offshore funds and ensuring AML compliance. Leading a team and managing client relationships while overseeing policy implementation.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeDublin • 🇮🇪 IrelandSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in AML compliance, particularly within financial services and fund administration, with a strong focus on regulatory interaction and compliance monitoring. Capable of leading and training teams while managing client relationships and ensuring adherence to AML policies.

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AML ComplianceCompliance MonitoringCayman AML LegislationAnalytical SkillsClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

AML PoliciesCompliance ReportingRegulatory InteractionPolicy DraftingKPI Identification

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailEffective CommunicationInitiativeTime ManagementTeam Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

ACOIAML Qualification

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesFund AdministrationOffshore FundsInvestment EntitiesBermuda AML LegislationIrish AML Legislation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as AMLCO and MLRO for predominantly offshore funds/investment entities.
Undertake AML Officer Services on behalf of certain clients and ensure the respective AML policies at fund level are implemented.
Draft and/or update of policies / procedures for the AML Officer Services (“AMLCO”) team.
Guide and train the AMLCO team to allow for a cohesive team that fosters growth & learning, with a key focus on quality of service.
Plan and track annual deliverables for the team.
Ensure team is on target to meet deliverables.
Manage client relationships along with the wider group.
Assist in the identification, review and reporting of relevant Compliance KPIs for management.
Support with regulatory interaction and correspondence.
Identify opportunities for growth and efficiencies in the team.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Approximately 10 years’ experience, preferably in financial services/ fund administration with exposure to AML compliance
Experience of compliance monitoring and reporting, preferably in a financial services environment
An understanding of Cayman , Irish and Bermuda AML legislation, preferably in the context of funds is desirable
Consistent attention to detail
Strong analytical skills
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues at all levels , in particular, at senior management and board level
Willingness to take on new challenges and ownership
Ability to use initiative and contribute to continuous improvement
Ability to work independently and to manage time priorities and workload efficiently.
University degree preferably specialising in law, business or regulation
Professional qualification (such as ACOI, AML qualification) desirable but not required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Professional development