Regulator II, Compliance Inspection Unit

The BVI Financial Services Commission (“the Commission”) is seeking a highly motivated professional to join its Regulatory Divisions in the role of Regulator II - Compliance Inspection. Candidates will join the Commission’s cadre of professionals to assist in coordinating and delivering onsite examinations across all sectors. The primary focus will be AML/CFT and prudential inspections by undertaking full scope and/or thematic examinations of specific entities or sectors based on identifiable risks. Applicants should be independently motivated and able to work as part of diverse teams across various sectors of the organisation.

Candidates must be able to adhere to the Commission’s service standards and strict requirements for confidentiality, demonstrate an ability to prioritize and manage competing priorities while maintaining keen attention to details and accuracy in the quality of work produced. Professionally recognised qualifications related to AML/CFT, compliance, regulation, trust and company management is an asset.

Candidates will be evaluated based on the criteria below and will be required to complete an assessment as part of the interview process.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct ongoing compliance, supervision and monitoring of regulated entities by implementing the Commission’s Risk Assessment Framework;

Conduct risk assessments and impact assessments for regulated entities post inspection;

Assist in planning the Division’s onsite inspection schedule and liaise with the Deputy Director, Compliance Inspection Unit to execute;

Assist in the planning, conducting and reporting on compliance inspections and prudential visits in respect of all regulated persons;

Make recommendations for required corrective actions based on the findings detailed in the compliance inspection reports;

Ensure that CIU’s service standards are met;

Acts as Lead Regulator during the inspection/visitation of small sized licensees; plan, assign, and oversee the inspection process;

Prepare, reviews and edits compliance inspection reports to ensure completeness, accuracy, appropriateness of conclusions and recommendations for final submission to the EC, LSC and subsequently to the licensee;

Assess and analyse relevant compliance, supervision and regulation data as part of inspection process;

Analysis of contraventions identified in compliance inspections against statutory requirements and prepare appropriate letters, memoranda, decision papers for submission to the statutory committees;

Write/prepare/present papers for matters to be considered by the statutory committees and FSC Board;

Assist with ensuring ongoing compliance with international standards related to supervision and regulation (IOSCO, Basel, GIFSCs, GIICS, IAIS, FSB, FATF and CFATF) and where relevant make recommendations as to how these standards are to be implemented in the BVI regulatory regime; and

Undertake ad-hoc projects and tasks as assigned.

 Qualifications/Knowledge and Experience Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Management, or another relevant field; or

Associates degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Management, or another relevant field with four 4 years of relevant experience in the financial services or relevant industry;

Professional Qualifications a plus: Anti-Money Laundering and or Fraud Prevention & Detection, regulation and supervision.

Knowledge of domestic financial services legislation, in particular the anti-money laundering regime;

Knowledge of international standards related to supervision and regulation (IOSCO, Basel, GIFSCs, GIICS, IAIS, FSB, FATF and CFATF);

Good analytical capability;

Good oral and written communication skills;

Ability to maintain professionalism and strict confidentiality;

Ability to work independently and as part of a team;

Good time management, organisational and interpersonal skills;

Highly self-motivated with keen attention to detail and accuracy; and

Proficient in using Office applications or equivalent (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Competencies

 The following competencies are required:

Professionalism – complies with Commission’s code of conduct, acts with integrity and shows respect;

Quality of Work – consistently produces work that is thorough, accurate, relevant, timely, and in accordance with Commission’s policies, procedures and best practices;

Communication – effectively, professionally and comprehensively communicates, both orally and in writing, with colleagues, licensees and a large cross-section of industry representatives, in a timely and helpful manner;

Team Success - is a cooperative, helpful, and constructive member of the team who willingly shares opinions and ideas and makes suggestions on how to improve processes and service;

Time Management - effectively plans, coordinates, and seeks the most efficient methods to schedule, prioritize, and complete assignments within deadlines;

Customer Excellence - builds positive relationships with internal and external customers by determining their specific needs and responding in a timely, professional and courteous manner;

Continuous Improvement – constantly learning and developing skills and identifying and embracing changes to improve processes and practices within the organization; and

Confidentiality – protects and does not disclose any information relating to the affairs of the Commission to any unauthorized persons in or outside of the Commission, at all times.

Application Direction:

Applicants must submit the following: 

Cover letter indicating the position being applied for;

Resume;

Two (2) professional reference letters;

One (1) personal reference letter;

Certified copies of identification; and 

Certified copies of academic certification and or diplomas

Notice: Applicants must upload all required documentation through BambooHR using the link in this advert. Please do not submit hard-copies unless directed to do so. Only potential candidates will be contacted.

Disclaimer

This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work required for the position advertised. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The successful candidate will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested.

Closing Date: 3 February 2026