Compliance Officer

About Us:

Clermont Trust is an independent, dynamic, and entrepreneurial group with 30 years of experience and an international expertise. We provide bespoke fiduciary and family office services to private clients and high-net-worth families worldwide through a relationship-focused approach. We operate across seven jurisdictions and employ more than 130 people.

We place strong emphasis on building positive, long-term relationships across all aspects of our business, guided by a commitment to integrity, collaboration, and pursuing excellence.

Role Overview:

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a strategic and motivated Compliance Officer to join our team in Mauritius. This position offers exposure to an international environment and the opportunity to develop within a collaborative and supportive team.

As the Compliance Officer of Clermont Consultants (MU) Limited, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our firm operates with the highest standards of integrity, governance, and regulatory compliance. You will oversee adherence to the Mauritius Financial Services Commission (FSC) regulatory framework, maintain effective compliance programmes, and help embed a strong culture of governance across the organisation.

You will also monitor regulatory developments and maintain proactive engagement with the FSC and other relevant regulatory bodies. The role demands strategic leadership, meticulous attention to regulatory detail, and the ability to guide the business through complex compliance landscapes while safeguarding against financial crimes and regulatory breaches.

You will report to the Head of Compliance and join the Compliance Department, based at Cascavelle Business Park on Black River Road, Mauritius.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyse regulatory developments and trends in Mauritius
• Develop and maintain compliance and AML frameworks: design, approve, and oversee the implementation of regulatory compliance and anti-money laundering (AML) policies and procedures aligned with the company’s business model and FSC regulatory requirements
• Ensure ongoing regulatory compliance: oversee updates to Mauritius financial legislation and FSC regulations, ensuring timely adjustments to internal practices and policies to maintain full regulatory standing, while retaining oversight of the
• Company’s AML and Regulatory Compliance Monitoring Programmes
• Conduct regular policy reviews and updates to ensure continued alignment with regulatory requirements and best practice
• Manage internal reporting and external filings: serve as the primary, formally designated Compliance Officer and point of contact for the FSC and manage formal communications with relevant regulatory authorities
• Act as Compliance Officer / MLRO / DMLRO on client entities, as required
• Lead risk assessments and internal audits: plan and oversee detailed compliance risk assessments and internal audits to identify gaps, approve corrective actions, and support the resolution of complex AML and regulatory risks
• Prepare regulatory reports and board-level reporting, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and timely submission
• Deliver compliance training and other AML-related training to employees
• Support the team and the wider Clermont Group on compliance-related matters
• Perform any other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Hold a university degree in law, risk management, criminology, finance, or a related field
• ACAMS Certification or a recognised AML/CFT Certification
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a compliance role within financial services, with a strong understanding of Mauritius legislation
• Meeting the competency standards of the FSC to act as Compliance Officer
• Proven experience dealing with regulatory bodies in Mauritius, including (but not limited to) the FSC
• High levels of integrity, discretion, and professional maturity
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills

Skills & Experience:

• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft effective communications (emails, letters, memos, instructions, reports), with strong grammar and proofreading standards
• Well-developed organisational capability and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, demanding, manage pressure effectively, and meet deadlines
• Proactive and self-motivated, able to work independently while contributing effectively within a team
• Ability to always maintain high level of confidentiality
• Confident communicator with strong written, spoken, and presentation skills
• Fluency in English and French

What We Offer:

We are proactive and entrepreneurial in our approach, encouraging our people to take ownership, think creatively, and continuously improve. We believe that investing in the development of our teams naturally leads to better outcomes for our clients.

The role offers ongoing professional development through increased responsibility and accountability, exposure to complex regulatory matters, and close collaboration with other senior colleagues across the business.

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Hybrid working available (for suitable roles)
• Company pension
• Career progression
• Training courses (company funded)
• Clermont Trust’s culture is built on diversity and inclusiveness. We are a flexible and ethical employer, with a genuinely team-oriented approach.

Application:
If you are motivated by professionalism, accountability, and respect, and value working in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you. To be considered, please email your CV, cover letter, and any relevant supporting documents.