Our Client acts as an investment manager in the Cayman Islands for commodity hedge funds focused on agricultural and energy commodities. We are seeking a Compliance Analyst to support the Compliance Officer in delivering regulatory compliance across all business lines. This engagement is structured as a service agreement with a Brazilian Pessoa Jurídica (PJ) — the selected professional must operate through their own registered Brazilian legal entity and will be contracted on a business-to-business basis. The role sits at the centre of the firm’s risk and compliance framework, with hands-on involvement in AML/CTF/CPF procedures, KYC, regulatory filings, and day-to-day compliance operations.
Working closely with the Compliance Officer and across investment, operations and administration functions, the engaged professional will help maintain a robust and well-documented compliance environment that meets the expectations of regulators, counterparties and clients. This is a high-accountability role suited to a compliance professional who takes ownership, communicates clearly, and thrives in a lean, high-trust team.
Purpose of the Role
To support the implementation and ongoing monitoring of the firm’s compliance and risk framework — ensuring regulatory obligations are met, client and counterparty KYC standards are upheld, and the organisation is well-prepared for regulatory oversight.
Responsabilidades e atribuições
KYC & Client Onboarding
- Conduct KYC reviews and client risk assessments, including periodic review forms, assigning appropriate risk ratings under the supervision of the Compliance Officer;
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Support the onboarding of new clients and funds, including performance of AML/CTF/CPF procedures;
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Respond to KYC and due diligence requests from counterparties, prime brokers, administrators, custodians and correspondent banks, ensuring timely and accurate provision of the Organisation’s KYC documentation pack;
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Maintain and update the Organisation’s KYC documentation pack, ensuring all entity documents, UBO information and regulatory certificates remain current;
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Monitor client activity and escalate concerns to the Compliance Officer as appropriate.
Regulatory Filings & Reporting
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Assist with FATCA and CRS obligations, including DITC registration, annual reporting and self-certification reviews;
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Support Economic Substance Notification (ESN) filings and assist in assessing the Organisation’s economic substance obligations;
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Assist with Beneficial Ownership Register (BOR) obligations and annual exemption notifications under the Beneficial Ownership Transparency Act;
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Support the preparation and timely submission of Fund Annual Returns (FAR) and other CIMA regulatory filings;
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Help prepare materials for AMLCO/MLRO reports and internal Board Reports.
Risk & Compliance Framework
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Support the development and communication of the risk and compliance framework, with an emphasis on risk mitigation and business risk assessment;
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Assist in reviewing and updating compliance policies in line with regulatory changes;
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Contribute to the maintenance of the company’s risk register and risk appetite statement;
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Support the preparation and updating of country risk assessments and the company’s geographical heat map;
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Assist in maintaining compliance with CIMA’s Corporate Governance Rule and Internal Controls Rule, including supporting annual governing body reviews and documentation;
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Maintain compliance logs and records as required by applicable governing regulations and CIMA guidance;
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Monitor regulatory developments and relevant legislative changes, flagging updates to the Compliance Officer.
Monitoring, Training & CIMA Readiness
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Assist in coordinating and conducting internal compliance reviews and monitoring activities;
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Support the implementation of corrective actions to address identified compliance gaps;
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Support the Organisation’s readiness for CIMA onsite inspections, including full-scope and thematic reviews;
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Help foster a culture of compliance awareness throughout the Organisation;
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Assist in delivering staff training on key AML regulations, cybersecurity procedures and internal policies;
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Assist with the preparation of Compliance Letters and support operations with compliancerelated workflow improvements.
Requisitos e qualificações
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University or business degree with a focus in Finance, Accounting and/or Law;
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3–5 years’ experience in a compliance role, preferably within an investment management or financial services environment;
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Solid understanding of AML/KYC requirements and best practices, including experience handling third-party KYC and due diligence requests;
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Professional compliance qualification (e.g., ACAMS) or active enrolment is advantageous;
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Must be registered as a Pessoa Jurídica (PJ) in Brazil (MEI, ME, LTDA or equivalent) and able to issue Notas Fiscais for services rendered; the engagement does not constitute an employment relationship;
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Strong written and oral communication skills, with good analytical and problem-solving ability;
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Proficient in English with a high standard of written expression;
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Organised, detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple tasks independently;
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A proactive ap.
Informações adicionais
Ideal Candidate
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Takes ownership and shows initiative — comfortable managing their workload with minimal direction;
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Pragmatic and solutions-oriented — focused on getting things done correctly rather than over-engineering processes;
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Comfortable in a small, high-trust, low-structure environment where judgment and discretion matter • Curious and commercially aware — interested in financial markets and the broader regulatory environment;
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Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy across all compliance documentation and filings;
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Able to communicate clearly with investment, operations and external counterparties.
What We Offer
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A dynamic and collaborative environment within a growing alternative investment firm;
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Direct exposure to a broad and varied compliance remit from day one;
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Significant scope to take ownership of compliance processes and contribute to a well-run regulatory environment;
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Deep involvement in Cayman Islands regulatory frameworks and commodities-focused fund compliance;
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Competitive service fee commensurate with experience; engagement structured as a B2B service agreement with no employment relationship or statutory benefits.
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