Role Summary
We are a specialist advisory firm operating at the intersection of financial services, commodity markets, and geopolitics. Our mission is to support boards, senior executives, and public authorities in navigating complex policy, reputation, regulatory, and governance challenges.
As the Senior Advisor / Head of Compliance, you will provide strategic leadership on policy matters (EU, Swiss, and US), trade and geopolitical issues, governance, sanctions, and market conduct risks across highly regulated and politically sensitive environments. You will be entrusted with advising multinational corporate firms, investment banks, asset managers, governments, and ultra-high-net-worth structures on policy analysis, operational and regulatory strategy, new business initiatives, and crisis situations.
Your work will span Europe, the UK, the Middle East, APAC, and the US, where you will engage directly with regulators, law enforcement agencies, and international institutions. Additionally, you will lead the design, implementation, and optimization of global or regional governance and risk frameworks. This role combines hands-on technical expertise, executive advisory capabilities, and external representation at the highest level.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Compliance & Governance Leadership:
- Advise on the design, implementation, and oversight of enterprise-wide governance and risk frameworks covering trade flows, risk, and compliance.
- Provide guidance to boards and executive committees on political strategy, regulatory risk, enforcement exposure, and strategic decision-making.
- Serve as a trusted senior advisor in high-risk jurisdictions and complex political environments.
- Political Affairs & External Engagement:
- Bring deep experience in political and regulatory analysis at the European Commission and country levels within the EU, the UK, and Switzerland.
- Facilitate client representation and conduct technical analysis on topics including economic stability, energy security, food security, and financial market stability.
- Deliver briefings to law enforcement and political arms of governments on current geopolitical events and trade impacts.
- Financial Crime, Sanctions & Market Conduct:
- Lead advisory and remediation efforts related to economic sanctions, AML, anti-bribery & corruption, and market abuse.
- Provide expert insights on sanctions regimes and manage escalation and regulator engagements.
- Design and implement market conduct and derivatives compliance frameworks across commodity markets.
- Advisory, Remediation & Special Projects:
- Lead post-enforcement remediation programs and governance reviews.
- Advise on M&A transactions, trade and structured finance, and digital currencies.
- Support vendor selection and technology architecture deployment.
- Leadership, Culture & Capability Building:
- Build, lead, and mentor global compliance teams across EMEA and APAC.
- Design and deliver compliance training programs for various stakeholders.
- Drive cost-effective compliance solutions by harmonizing processes while ensuring regulatory adherence.
- Thought Leadership & Expert Representation:
- Act as an expert witness in commercial and regulatory disputes regarding compliance and financial crime.
- Represent the organization at industry conferences and academic institutions.
- Contribute to public policy debates through publications and government briefings.
Core Competencies
- Executive compliance leadership – board-level advisory and regulatory strategy.
- Financial crime & sanctions expertise – mastery of AML, ABC, and economic sanctions.
- Commodity markets & derivatives – understanding of market dynamics and trade flows.
- Regulatory affairs & enforcement – experience with lobbying and investigations.
- Crisis & high-risk advisory – effective operation in sensitive environments.
- Systems & process optimization – managing technology infrastructure and data digitalization.
- Influence & communication – trusted advisor to regulators and executives.
Required Qualifications
- Experience: 20+ years in senior compliance, regulatory risk, and governance roles within financial services and commodity markets.
- Extensive background in investment banking, commodity trading, and international advisory contexts.
- Proven track record as Chief Compliance Officer, Global Head of Compliance, or Senior Advisor.
- Deep understanding of global regulatory frameworks and enforcement bodies (US, EU, UK, APAC).
- Experienced public speaker, lecturer, and author on compliance topics.
- Languages: Full professional proficiency in English; additional European languages are advantageous.
- Ability to operate independently at a senior level with significant autonomy and discretion.
Why Join Us?
This role offers the opportunity to engage at the forefront of global compliance, geopolitics, and financial crime risk, advising sophisticated market participants and public authorities worldwide. You will work on high-stakes matters where judgment, credibility, and experience are paramount in shaping regulatory outcomes and protecting institutions in volatile environments.
Our organization emphasizes intellectual independence, strategic impact, and global exposure, making this position ideal for a senior professional eager to leverage deep expertise across advisory, leadership, and thought leadership dimensions.
Application Process
Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.