We supervise the island's financial services industry for compliance with both conduct and prudential requirements, and under the anti-money laundering (AML), countering financing of terrorism (CFT), and countering proliferation financing (CPF) framework.

The JFSC is one of the few regulators globally to benefit from the regulator and the entity Registrar operating under a single financial services commission.

Division: Supervision

The Supervision division's primary function is to oversee the financial services industry to ensure relevant legal obligations and regulatory requirements are met. As part of this we continually assess whether existing or emerging risks, to which Jersey is exposed, are being effectively managed.

Team: Examination Unit

The JFSC’s Examination Unit is comprised of two teams -the Supervision Examination Unit, responsible for undertaking thematic and supervisory risk examinations; and the Financial Crime Examination Unit, responsible for undertaking financial crime risk examinations.

The teams are dedicated to reviewing compliance with all legal and regulatory obligations such as those arising under the relevant sector Codes of Practice as well as those arising under the Money Laundering (Jersey) Order 2008 and the AML/CFT/CPF Code of Practice set out in our Handbook.

The teams coordinate and delivers a programme of examinations ensuring businesses supervised by the JFSC are complying with statutory and regulatory requirements and publish feedback which notes the findings identified and highlights areas of good practice.

Role: (Permanent /Full-time)

You will assist the examination teams to manage and deliver the examination programme to the agreed standards, in line with procedures and key performance measures. You will be responsible for setting up examination cases and ensuring timely execution of tasks in our operational systems. You will be encouraged to attend and assist with the examinations undertaken by the team.

The successful candidate will join the JFSC at a key stage in its development, as it seeks to play an enhanced role in the continued success of Jersey as a highly regarded international finance centre. The candidate will deliver the following outcomes:

› Support the team in ensuring that all examinations are planned and conducted in line with the agreed methodology and within agreed deadlines.

› Support the team in ensuring that all examination processes are clearly mapped, documented and maintained.

› Adopt a risk-based approach to focus on key examination programme priorities.

› Assist in ensuring relevant stakeholders (internal and external) are kept adequately informed throughout the examination process.

› Contribute to the ongoing development of the examination methodology and process, including focusing on improving our use of data.

› Share knowledge and experience with colleagues to help to ensure continuous improvement of our operational systems and controls.

You will add value to the organisation by:

› Contributing to the JFSC’s mission to maintain Jersey’s position as a leading international finance centre with high regulatory standards, supporting its role in combatting regulatory risks as part of the wider international effort.

› Supporting the team’s collaboration with one another and the wider division to continuously share knowledge and feedback from the examinations.

What will success in this role look like?

› Providing effective support in the preparation for and execution of examinations

› Meeting deadlines for the completion of tasks and successfully balancing competing priorities

› Demonstrating strong planning and organisational abilities

› Displaying strong interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills, with a ‘can do’ attitude

› Providing solutions to problems or perceived limitations

Are you suitable for this role?

This role would suit an individual with an interest in learning more about the role of the JFSC as the Island’s financial services regulator and financial crime supervisor. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well in a team but also take the initiative to explore more efficient approaches and ways of working. An understanding of the importance of data and how that enhances our output would be an advantage.

Experience of working in the financial services industry or for a public authority is not essential, however, an understanding of the key functions and guiding principles of the JFSC would be desirable.

Motivation for continuous learning and development, a flexible approach, and an aptitude for responding positively when dealing with challenges are required.

Working in the JFSC will enable you to join a team people who have purpose, passion, and pride. It offers the opportunity to work alongside people, who are passionate about maintaining Jersey’s position as a leading International Finance Centre with high regulatory standards.

This clarity on our purpose is incredibly motivating and we leverage our core values of: Excellence, Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork to deliver our work. Our people are proud of their work and their contribution to Jersey.

If you are looking to make a difference, have a unique working experience and contribute to a bigger picture, then think JFSC; a diverse team of people who put their hearts and minds into what they do and have some fun along the way!