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Legal and AML Compliance Coordinator Jobs in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA at MarineMax
An exciting opportunity to work in a highly visible and collaborative environment inside the newly created Marine Max Superyacht Division, the global leaders in the luxury yachting and lifestyle industry. Two-time winner of The South Florida Business Journal’s Best Places to Work award and named by the Sun Sentinel as a Top Workplace, Marine Max offers a positive, inclusive culture, with life/work balance, great benefits and management that cares.
As a key member of our team, reporting directly to the General Counsel, the Legal and AML Compliance Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the company is conducting its business in full compliance with all national and international Anti Money-Laundering regulations and corporate governance requirements and regulations, as well as for supporting the day-to-day operations of all our different departments. This will involve the review and implementation of related policies and procedures within Marine Max Superyachts USA.
We are seeking a motivated candidate for the position, and the role is based in the vibrant city of Fort Lauderdale.
Responsibilities:
Provide general administrative support to the legal and compliance teams and contribute to the overall day-to-day operations by assisting our local teams based in Florida and California.
Assist with compiling, proofreading and drafting of contracts, policies and other legal documents for all departments.
Monitor the relevant general regulatory developments in the US, with a focus on KYC and anti-money-laundering compliance, specifically in the states of Florida and California, and assist with their effective implementation, in line with the needs of the Group. Periodically draft memos of such developments with the relevant departments, emphasising their impact on specific services they provide.
Support the maintenance of effective internal systems, standards, procedures, and controls.
Oversee the Florida and California operations and regularly report to the General Counsel, particularly as to any significant events, issues, or specific legal needs.
Be responsible for monitoring and filing local mandatory corporate governance filings and reports.
Together with the General Counsel, continuously develop and update internal templates, processes and procedures.
Ensure designated persons in all departments have a good understanding of their AML/KYC responsibilities and provide them with regular administrative support as needed in collecting, reviewing, storing and approving KYC documents in accordance with corporate policies and local regulations.
Investigate irregularities or general non-compliance issues and highlight or escalate areas of concern to the General Counsel.
Skills and
Qualifications:
Relevant legal background education
Previous experience working with UHNWI and an overall understanding of the yachting industry preferred.
Previous experience overseeing AML/KYC compliance and/or corporate governance
Mandatory familiarity with Florida and California legal and AML framework.
Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective relationships internally, as well as with regulatory bodies.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal and Administrative
Industries
Maritime Transportation
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Title: Legal and AML Compliance Coordinator
Company: MarineMax
Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
Category: Law/Legal
