VC#0040 – Senior Regulatory Compliance and Legal Associate

Role Description

We are looking for a top Compliance & Legal business athlete™.

You are seeking an environment where complex projects inspire you and where your precision, adaptability, and sense of accountability drive tangible outcomes.

At SALVUS, doing the right thing and getting things right are fundamental. These principles guide how we advise, draft, and implement – across multiple jurisdictions and regulatory frameworks – for Cyprus Investment Firms (CIF), Crypto-Asset Service Providers (CASP), and other regulated entities worldwide.

This role calls for someone who enjoys diversity in their daily work, can manage multiple international engagements, and brings structure to demanding projects. You will need to be naturally thorough, exercise sound judgment in identifying and escalating risks, and bring a solutions-driven mindset to every challenge.

If you are a team player with strong analytical and drafting skills, excellent time management, and an ability to prioritise effectively, you will thrive and grow in this position.

Job Description

• Lead and coordinate the licensing procedures of new and existing clients across multiple jurisdictions, including CySEC, FSCA, DFSA, FSRA, FSA Seychelles, FSC Mauritius etc.
• Draft, and review regulatory documents such as compliance and AML manuals, policies, business plans, and internal control frameworks.
• Ensure ongoing compliance, and other licensed entities with applicable laws and regulations through periodic monitoring and advisory.
• Prepare and deliver regulatory reports, including Annual Compliance Reports, Internal Audit Reports, and Ad-Hoc submissions to regulatory authorities.
• Conduct internal audit engagements, perform on-site inspections, and issue detailed findings and recommendations addressing identified weaknesses and deficiencies.
• Review, draft, various contracts, including Letters of Engagement, NDAs, Escrow agreements, Share Purchase Agreements, ensuring consistency with SALVUS’ standards.
• Oversee and maintain the statutory obligations of client companies in Cyprus and abroad, ensuring compliance with local corporate and filing requirements – including annual returns, beneficial ownership registers, HE32 filings, and board resolutions.
• Monitor regulatory developments at EU and international level (MiFID II, MiCA, AMLD etc) and advise on their implementation.
• Prepare and deliver training materials, including content for the Institute for Professional Excellence (IforPE).
• Support M&A and corporate structuring projects, including due diligence, ownership changes, and regulated entity transfers.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in a Regulatory Compliance related function within financial or professional services.
• Strong knowledge of MiFID II, Investment Firms Law and Regulation (IFR/IFD), and familiarity with international frameworks.
• Degree in Law, Finance, or a related field.
• A background in a legal position is preferred.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills in English.
• Strong command of MS Office and proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

And a few things about SALVUS 

At SALVUS we believe we offer a unique culture, and you can reach your full potential with us.

SALVUS is a boutique advisory services group which combines unparalleled expertise and an unwavering focus on delivering for its clients. We support investment fund managers, global investment firms, crypto asset providers, family offices, and Electronic Money Institutions (EMI) operating worldwide.

We offer the environment to support your career aspirations, with a strong emphasis on continuous learning, your well-being, and a genuine interest in your professional and personal growth.

If you are interested in becoming a Senior Regulatory Compliance Associate at SALVUS, please get in touch with us by sending us your CV and a cover letter at grow@salvusfunds.com.

We look forward to and would love to hear from you.

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