Head of Compliance

As the Head of Compliance at Trade Nation Portugal, you will play a critical role in overseeing and managing the compliance program for our Portuguese entity. This leadership position is responsible for developing and implementing compliance policies and procedures to ensure that all activities meet regulatory requirements and internal standards. You will work closely with various teams, including legal, finance, and operations, to create a culture of compliance and mitigate risks.

**Who we are**:
We are Trade Nation. We help our customers power up their trading through killer insights, transparent costs, and fairer ways to trade. We’re innovators, and proud of it. And we’ve grown a lot in our decade as a market-leading low-cost trading powerhouse. Our reach is global through our teams in the UK, Australia, South Africa, Seychelles, and The Bahamas.

Founded on transparency, forged in trust and powered by people, we’re committed to empowering our customers to outperform the markets. How? By minimising expenses and harnessing technology to prioritise the lowest trading costs.

But enough about us. Let’s hear about you.

**Who you are**:
You are a proactive compliance professional with a robust understanding of regulatory frameworks and requirements in financial services. You have experience in developing and implementing compliance strategies and policies that mitigate risk and enhance the company's reputation. Your strong leadership skills enable you to effectively engage employees at all levels of the organization to create a compliance-oriented culture.

You thrive on challenges and are someone who doesn’t back down from the tough conversations. You’re not just an advisor but also a strategic partner who understands the business's goals and is committed to protecting and promoting its interests. You are dedicated to continuous improvement and staying ahead in a constantly evolving regulatory landscape.

Ready to lead compliance initiatives and impact the future of Trade Nation?

**Our commitments to each other**:
**We have each other’s backs**

There when we need each other most

**We challenge each other**

Be more creative, more curious, more bold

**We thrive together**

Taking our work to the next level

**We form strong bonds**

Through team building and social events

**We don’t judge**

Instead, we teach and are open to learning

**We step up**

Taking ownership and supporting each other to do the same

**Responsibilities**:

- Ensure the company’s operations comply with all applicable regulations and guidelines set by CMVM.
- Develop, implement, and manage the compliance program, including policies and procedures.
- Monitor regulatory developments and ensure awareness within the organisation.
- Conduct risk assessments and compliance audits, addressing any deficiencies.
- Provide training and support to staff to promote a compliance-oriented culture.
- Serve as the main point of contact for regulatory authorities and engage with them effectively.
- Facilitate the timely reporting of compliance-related issues and incidents.
- Handle inquiries or audits from regulatory bodies and assist in internal investigations as needed.
- Ensure that all new projects, products, and services are compliant with CMVM regulations before implementation.

**Requirements**:

- Proven experience in a compliance role within the financial services sector for a minimum of 5 years.
- Strong understanding of Portuguese financial regulations and compliance challenges.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal in Portuguese and English, with an ability to influence at all levels.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with attention to detail.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships across various departments.
- Experience in developing and delivering compliance training programs.
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Previous experience working within a regulated environment in Portugal or the European Union.
- Experience with conducting compliance audits and regulatory reporting.
- Knowledge of anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF) regulations.

**Preferred qualifications**:

- Knowledge of FX/CFD’s is beneficial.
- Relevant compliance certifications (e.g., ICA, CAMS) are a plus.