Compliance & Substance Consultant

Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance

• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance frameworks in line with applicable laws and regulatory standards (AML, CTF, FATCA, GDPR, and substance regulations).
• Oversee ongoing monitoring of client and company activities to ensure alignment with licensing, corporate, and financial obligations.
• Conduct and review CDD/KYC checks for directors, shareholders, and beneficial owners.
• Prepare and update internal policies, manuals, and risk assessments.
• Assist in the preparation of compliance reports for regulators and management.

Substance Management

• Ensure that the company maintains demonstrable economic and operational substance in its jurisdiction, including governance, management, and physical presence requirements.
• Coordinate board meetings, record minutes, and maintain statutory registers and corporate documentation.
• Liaise with service providers, local agents, and auditors to confirm ongoing substance compliance.
• Monitor and report on substance indicators such as local directorships, decision-making records, and operational infrastructure.

Consulting & Client Support

• Advise directors, shareholders, and beneficiaries on compliance obligations, regulatory updates, and corporate best practices.
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients, providing clear, practical compliance solutions and guidance.
• Support onboarding and client relationship management in cooperation with banking and payment service partners.
• Assist with due diligence queries from financial institutions and regulators.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in compliance, corporate administration, or financial services (banking, EMI, PSP, or fiduciary sector).
• Strong understanding of international AML/CTF regulations, substance requirements, and corporate governance.
• Experience in consulting or client-facing compliance roles is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of advising senior stakeholders.
• High attention to detail with sound professional judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Fluency in English and Russian (verbal and written) is essential; additional languages are an advantage.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant certifications such as ICA, ACAMS, CySEC Advanced or CFCS.
• Prior experience in an EMI, PSP or regulated corporate services provider.
• Familiarity with EU and offshore compliance frameworks

We offer

• Competitive remuneration
• Convinient location in Limassol
• On-site meals (breakfast and lunch)
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Friendly working environment