Who we are:

We are an energy trading company generating liquidity and value across global commodities markets. We combine deep trading expertise with proprietary technology and the power of data science to be the best-in-class. Our understanding of volatile, data-intensive markets is a key part of our edge.

At Dare, you will be joining a team of ambitious individuals who challenge themselves and each other. We have a culture of empowering exceptional people to become the best version of themselves.

What you’ll be doing:

Reporting to the Head of Compliance, the Compliance Officer’s primary focus will be on Counterparty onboarding. Responsibilities include those listed below:

• Receive and process counterparty onboarding requests, to ensure that counterparties are effectively on-boarded in line with best market practices and with Dare’s internal processes.
• Send appropriate customer due diligence (CDD) requests to prospective and existing counterparties.
• Liaise and communicate with stakeholders (Traders, Finance etc.).
• Analyse complex corporate structures to ensure regulatory requirements and internal processes are met.
• Take on responsibility for the Anti-Money Laundering (AML)/Know Your Customer (KYC) onboarding processes within Dare.
• Undertake KYC/Know your Business (KYB) checks on potential counterparties in a timely manner.
• Escalate higher risk or unusual cases in line with the escalation policy.

Core Requirements:

• Practical knowledge and understanding of UK, EU, and US AML and financial crime legislation, regulations, and best market practices.
• AML/KYC experience in the commodities trading/shipping industry.
• Experience in commodity markets, in particular the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM), Guarantees of Origin (GoOs), and International Renewable Energy Certificates (IRECs) as well as experience working from a commodity house, exchange, or bank would be preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Ideal Behaviours:

• Ability to be persuasive and relentless in reinforcing Dare’s best interests.
• Integrity.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, particularly when it comes to discussing legal/compliance matters with in-house stakeholders and counterparties.
• A self-starter, able to demonstrate good levels of initiative and motivation, but also able to work closely with other team members with trust and loyalty.

Desirable:

• Bachelor’s degree level of education, or equivalent by experience (ideally in a similar industry).
• Industry-relevant qualifications in relation to AML/KYC or wider compliance.

Benefits & perks:

• Competitive salary
• Vitality health insurance and dental cover
• 38 days of holiday (including bank holidays)
• Hybrid working
• Pension scheme
• Annual Bluecrest health checks
• A personal learning & development budget of £5000
• Free gym membership
• Specsavers vouchers
• Enhanced family leave
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Credited Deliveroo dinner account
• Office massage therapy
• Freshly served office breakfast twice a week
• Fully stocked fridge and pantry
• Social events and a games room

Diversity matters:

“Strength lies in differences, not in similarities.” – Stephen Covey

We believe in a workplace where our people can fulfil their potential, whatever their background or whomever they are. We celebrate the breadth of experience and see this as critical to problem-solving and to Dare thriving as a business. Our culture rewards curiosity and drive, so the best ideas triumph and everyone here can make an impact.

We’re also proud to be certified a ‘Great Place to Work’. Read more about our culture and what our team says about us here.