Head Compliance & Risk

We are supporting a dynamic and fast-growing financial institution specializing in alternative investments, including private equity, private credit, hedge funds, and real assets. Based in Liechtenstein and regulated by the Financial Market Authority (FMA), they serve a sophisticated international client base with tailored investment solutions and a strong commitment to excellence, innovation, and integrity.

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Senior Compliance Officer to join our client's team in Liechtenstein. This pivotal role will lead the compliance function, ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, and serve as a trusted advisor to senior management on all matters of regulatory risk. The successful candidate will bring deep compliance expertise, ideally from within the alternative investment space, and will play a key role in shaping the firm’s governance and control framework.

About the job:

• Serve as the primary liaison with the Financial Market Authority (FMA) and other regulatory bodies.

• Lead the design, implementation, and enhancement of the firm’s compliance framework, policies, and procedures.

• Oversee and manage all aspects of regulatory compliance, including AIFMD, AML, MiFID II, FATCA, and CRS.

• Conduct regular compliance risk assessments and internal audits; report findings to senior management and the board.

• Supervise and enhance the AML/KYC process, ensuring robust client onboarding and ongoing due diligence.

• Provide strategic regulatory advice to business units and support new product or market initiatives.

• Conduct training and promote a strong compliance culture across the organization.

• Review and approve marketing communications and investor disclosures.

• Coordinate with external legal and audit partners on regulatory filings and reviews.

About the candidate:

• University degree in Law, Business, Finance, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant compliance experience in financial services, ideally with exposure to alternative investment structures.

• Strong knowledge of the regulatory landscape in Liechtenstein and the EU, including direct experience interacting with the FMA.

• Fluent in German and English (both written and spoken).

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• High ethical standards, analytical mindset, and a detail-oriented approach.

• Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.