Compliance Administrator

Compliance Administrator

November 2025

Trident Trust is a leading independent provider of corporate, trust and fund services to the financial services sector worldwide, employing over 1,000 staff across a global footprint that spans Africa, the Americas, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe and the Middle East.  We are seeking an experienced Compliance Administrator to join our team in Bridgetown, Barbados.

General description of role

The individual’s position will provide support to the Compliance Manager with the management of AML/KYC, compliance and regulatory matters.  These responsibilities include but are not limited to the process of on-boarding new business from an AML/KYC perspective, handling administrative matters related thereto and assisting with the administration of compliance policies and procedures.  The individual will report in the first instance to the Compliance Manager and ultimately to the General Manager.

Primary duties

• Process and manage the on-boarding process of new business.
• Ensure that all business accepted complies with current anti-money laundering and
  ‘Know-Your-Client procedures and Trident’s internal policies and procedures.
• Maintain Compliance/AML/KYC data in Viewpoint for new and existing clients.
• Maintain the Compliance physical and digital filing system.
• Assist with maintaining the general operations of the Company’s Compliance Program and related activities to prevent illegal, unethical or improper conduct.
• Assist with the investigation and preparation of internal Suspicious Transactions/Activity Reports.
• Assist with general Compliance queries and Regulatory audits.
• Conduct Transaction Monitoring.
• Perform periodic Risk Assessments including investigations, triggered checks, and adverse findings reports.
• Perform Compliance checks for Foreign Currency Permit renewals and for the Trident Vancouver (TVAN) office.
• Manage Case Manager and perform World Check screening.
• Provide administrative support on compliance related projects and committees as needed.
• General – undertake such other duties as may be delegated by the Compliance Manager and/or General Manager.

Key skills and requirements

• Qualified or enrolled in studies leading towards ICA or ACAMS qualification.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ Compliance and Anti-Money Laundering experience.
• Knowledge of the AML/KYC rules and regulations governing financial service providers and the ability to effectively interpret and apply laws, rules and regulations.
• Proficiency in analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and deal with workloads to meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to concisely express themselves especially when liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
• An understanding of managing AML/KYC and compliance matters related to the Global Business sector.
• An understanding of the “global transparency” reporting requirements such as FATCA and CRS.
• Knowledge of the business activities undertaken and products provided by Trident.

Compensation

Competitive compensation will be offered based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience and overall suitability for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Trident Trust provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.  It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Applications

All interested candidates should submit an application including a cover letter and a complete C.V. no later than November 30th, 2025.  Please apply directly via LinkedIn or via https://tridenttrust.bamboohr.com/careers/156.  All applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence.