Chiefpliance OfficerVacancy details
General information
Entity
Amundi, the leading European asset manager, ranking among the top 10 global players [1], offers its 100 million clients - retail, institutional and corporate - aplete range of savings and investment solutions in active and passive management, in traditional or real assets.
With its six international investment hubs [2], financial and extra-financial research capabilities and long-standingmitment to responsible investment, Amundi is a key player in the asset management landscape.
Amundi clients benefit from the expertise and advice of 5,300 employees in 35 countries. A subsidiary of the Crédit Agricole group and listed on the stock exchange, Amundi currently manages more than € trillion of assets [3].
Amundi, a trusted partner, working every day in the interest of its clients and society
[1] Source: IPE "Top 500 Asset Managers" published in June 2022, based on assets under management as at 31/12/2021
[2] Boston, Dublin, London, Milan, Paris and Tokyo
[3] Amundi data including Lyxor as at 31/03/2022.
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Reference
2025-102411
Publication date
30/07/2025
Job description
Business type
Types of Jobs -pliance / Financial Security
Types of Jobs - Asset Management
Job title
Chiefpliance Officer
Contract type
Permanent Contract
Expected start date
01/10/2025
Management position
Yes
Job summary
The Chiefpliance Officer holds thepliance Oversight Function (SMF16) in respect of the firm Amundi (UK) Limited.
The role as the Chiefpliance Oversight Officer (SMF16) for the firm carries specific accountabilities forpliance oversight, which include:
1. Responsibility for the Firm's relationship with the UK Regulator, the FCA and UK Takeover Panel
2. Responsibility for reviewing and maintaining the Firm'spliance policies and procedures
3. Responsibility for advising and training the Firm's employees on their regulatory obligations
4. Responsibility for maintenance and effectiveness of the monitoring plan, its ongoing execution and reporting
5. Responsibility for data protection between thepany and the relevant data protection authorities and ensuring continuingpliance with the UK Data Protection legislation, GDPR, and relevant codes of conduct
6. Coordinate with all UK business heads, SME's and Globalpliance Teams to embed regulatory andpliance requirements
7. Responsible for maintaining regulatory traceability across AUK vis a vis FCA and Amundi Group regulatory andpliance requirements
8. Prepare and deliver reports to the AUK Board
Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)
• Responsibility for Firm's relationship with relevant FinCrime/Sanction/Fraud regulatory authorities
• Responsibility for reviewing and maintaining the Firm's FinCrime/Sanction/Fraud policies and procedures.
• Responsibility for advising and training the Firm's employees on their FinCrime/Sanction/Fraud regulatory obligations
Data Protection
The Chiefpliance Officer also formally assumes the role of Data Protection Officer (DPO) for Amundi (UK)
• Act as the primary point of contact within the organization for members of staff, regulators, and any relevant public bodies on issues related to data protection
• Ensure continuingpliance with the UK Data Protection legislation and GDPR and relevant codes of conduct.
• Evaluate the existing data protection framework and identify areas of non or partialpliance and rectify any issues
• Devise training plans and provide data protection advice and support for members of staff
• Inform and advise the Data Controller or Data Processor on all matters related to data protection
• Promote a culture of data protectionpliance across all units of the organization
Leadership and Management
• Ensure team members are fit and proper and remainpetent to perform their role within thepliance team by means of careful recruitment and selection and regular appraisals
• Seek to continually enhancepetence of the team by providing internal and external training and supervision where required
• Ensure strategic priorities are met by working collaboratively with the business and other risk and control functions
• Lead, manage, and mentor thepliance team fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
Supplementary Information
Additionally the role holder will:
Ø Support the evolution of the Executive Management Team's regulatory andpliance related expertise and awareness
Ø Represent Amundi (UK) Ltd client interests and local requirements to Amundi Asset Management
Ø Conduct one's self as a leader by championing good client, staff and market oues.
Ø Escalate immediately to the Executivemittee and the Board of Directors any critical issues or concerns related topliance, regulatory matters, financial crime, or data protection that could impact the firm's operations, reputation, or regulatory standing.
Position location
Geographical area
Europe, United Kingdom
City
London
Candidate criteria
Minimal education level
Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent
Academic qualification / Speciality
Degree or Equivalent
Experience
Required Skills and Knowledge
• Extensive knowledge of UK financial services regulations, including FCA rules, MiFID II, MAR, GDPR, and other relevant legislation.
• Proven experience in a senior control function role within asset management or financial services, ideally with direct responsibility for apliance team.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop a high-performing team.
• Excellent understanding ofpliance risk management frameworks and best practices.
• Ability to interpretplex regulatory requirements and translate them into practical business solutions.
• Strongmunication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards.
• Experience in managing regulatory relationships and handling regulatory investigations.
• Proficiency inpliance monitoring tools and reporting systems.
Relevant professional qualifications such as ICA, ACAMS, or equivalent are highly desirable. Job ID 102411