Compliance Assistant at IQ-EQ in Port Louis, Port Louis, Mauriti

companyDescription Who we are : We’re a leading Investor Services group offering end-to-end services in administration, accounting, reporting, regulatory and compliance needs of the investment sector worldwide.  We employ a global workforce of 6,500+ people across 24 jurisdictions and have assets under administration (AUA) exceeding US$857 billion. We work with 13 of the world’s top-15 private equity firms. Our services are underpinned by a Group-wide commitment to ESG and best-in-class technology including a global data platform and innovative proprietary tools supported by in-house experts. Above all, what makes us different is our people. Operating as trusted partners to our clients, we deliver intelligent solutions through a combination of technical expertise and strong relationships based on deep client understanding. We’re driven by our Group purpose, to power people and possibilities. jobDescription Job Summary : The Compliance Assistant will support the Associate Manager and Officers in maintaining regulatory compliance and managing client risk assessments. The role encompasses a range of compliance activities, including due diligence procedures, regulatory approvals, and comprehensive client reviews. What you will do : Assist in processing and maintaining regulatory approvals, ensuring all documentation is current and compliant with AML/CFT and Corporate Governance frameworks Conduct Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) and Related Exposed Persons (REPs), including risk profiling of client companies and World checks/internet searches as required Perform client file reviews of less complex structures and prepare re-assessment reports for AML/CFT, Corporate Governance, and Code of Business Conduct frameworks Prepare Administrators Compliance Reports and support Periodic Reviews for high, medium, and low-risk clients under supervision Ensure adherence to all relevant compliance processes and information security protocols, protecting IQ EQ MU's information assets in accordance with the Information Security Management System (ISMS) qualifications What we are looking for : Education / professional qualifications You hold a degree in Law or any other relevant field Background experience You have a minimum of 1 year's experience in the financial services sector, preferably in compliance or operations additionalInformation Our commitment to you and the environment: Sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on us building and maintaining long-term relationships with all our stakeholders – including our employees, clients, and local communities – while also reducing our impact on our natural environment. There is always more we can, and should do, to improve – whether in relation to our people, our clients, our planet, or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse culture for our people, led by our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion steering committee. Our learning and development programmes and systems (including PowerU and MyCampus) enable us to invest in growing our employees’ careers, while our hybrid working approach supports our employees in achieving balance and flexibility while remaining connected to their colleagues. We want to empower our 6,500+ employees - from 94 nationalities, across 24 countries - to each achieve their potential.  Through IQ-EQ Launchpad we support women managers launching their first fund, in an environment where only 15% of all private equity and venture capital firms are gender balanced. We’re committed to growing relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients’ sustainability and success lead to our sustainability and success. We’re emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.