Legal and Compliance Officer

5 months ago


Dubai, United Arab Emirates Hantec Markets Holdings Limited Full time

Legal and Compliance Officer

About Hantec Markets

Having a global presence and embracing a diverse range of nationalities, our company warmly welcomes you. We take pride in our diversity, cultivating a vibrant working environment, and nurturing continuous growth. Alongside our outstanding leadership, we embrace an open-door policy, fostering a welcoming and trustworthy environment where everyone's input is valued. The opportunities for career advancement are endless, and your unique contributions will enhance our collective strength.

We are a regulated London-based financial brokerage firm, and our global reach extends to 12 countries, with ongoing growth initiatives. Our mission since 1990 has been to deliver an unparalleled trading experience that adheres to fairness and transparency in every aspect; an environment that allows our clients to gain knowledge, evolve, and trade securely.

Position Summary

As a Legal and Compliance Officer, you will play a pivotal role in upholding the integrity and compliance of our operations across all jurisdictions. Your expertise will support our expansion and ensure our adherence to the highest legal and regulatory standards. This role combines both legal prowess and compliance acumen, offering a dynamic and impactful opportunity for a professional eager to contribute to the success and growth of our firm.

Key Responsibilities

Legal
- Draft, review, and approve a wide range of legal documents, including contracts, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), policies, procedures, and terms and conditions.
- Provide precise and timely legal advice on various matters impacting the business.
- Assist with the formation, registration, and licensing of new companies worldwide, ensuring compliance with local and international laws.
- Oversee administrative and secretarial functions for all entities and affiliates, maintaining organizational legal integrity.
- Remain abreast of legal developments and regulatory changes affecting the financial industry, ensuring company compliance and risk mitigation.

Compliance
- Support the Global Head of Legal and Compliance in managing compliance reporting, filings, monitoring activities, and responding to departmental queries.
- Facilitate the registration and management of regulatory licenses, trademarks, copyrights, and Legal Entity Identifiers (LEIs).
- Handle client complaints and compliance issues, ensuring resolution in alignment with regulatory standards.
- Contribute to the oversight of regulatory compliance documentation and support during regulatory audits.
- Authorize all business-related content from a legal, compliance, and regulatory standpoint.
- Oversee compliance and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) activities, ensuring adherence to policies and regulations.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor's degree in law
- Minimum two years' experience in law firm or in-house legal in financial institution.
- Strong understanding of compliance and regulation in regulated jurisdictions.
- Multitasking and highly motivated
- Ability to work under pressure efficiently.
- Fluency in English

What Hantec offers in return
- Competitive compensation
- Annual leave - 30 calendar days per annum
- Medical Insurance
- Annual air ticket to your homeland after one year of service
- Inclusion in the annual discretionary bonus pool
- Exceptional team building and corporate celebrations
- Volunteering Time off Program
- Employee of the Quarter Program - with Certification and Prize
- An opportunity to grow and establish a long-term career

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