Licensing and Research Officer – Forex – Limassol – HE920890

GRS are working with a global Forex brokerage with multiple locations globally and are looking to hire a Licensing and Research Officer. Our client has been established in Cyprus for over 5 years and offers a variety of trading options to their clients. A management team that has been in the business for over 20 years, you will be working with some of the most knowledge Forex minds in Cyprus.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the licensing and authorization process of investment firms and other financial institutions
• Assist with the handling and promoting collaborations on a local and global level and the entering into new product areas and geographies, constituting part of the group’s strategic expansion
• Perform the necessary research required and drawing results, related to the Company’s expansion
• Conduct initial analysis of regulations applicable in the countries subject to strategic expansion to determine their applicability to the business and conduct a compliance impact assessment
• Contribute to the delivery of timely and effective reporting on the status of research/ licencing applications to the Board and relevant competent authorityCommunicate with regulators and associates with regards to ongoing support, as part of the licensing process
• Assist with the drafting of policies and procedures for the purposes of acquiring local and global licences in, investment firms and other financial institutions
• Be up to date with multi- jurisdiction regulatory and legislative developments, changes, and trends
• Take lead on several projects and initiatives
• Develop a tight timeline and coordinate the activities of involved internal departments and providers towards achieving a high-quality licencing application report and on-time submission.
• Provide appropriate advice, information and guidance on licensing matters and related areas as required.
• Assess the impact on the business of future regulation and implement necessary changes policies and procedures as well as drafting new ones

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Good analytical organisational and research skills
• Strong and outgoing personality, with the ability to successfully represent themselves and the Regulatory Research Department
• Team spirit, excellent problem-solving abilities and willingness to study and develop
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with proven integrity and professional agility
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience in the Financial Services Sector
• Excellent command of English and Greek

Due to the high volume of applications we receive at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.

To apply for this position, please email your CV to Hayley Buckle, [email protected] quoting the above job reference or call +357 25 342 720 for further information.