On behalf of our client, a company offering banking, legal counsel, and dealing support, we are looking for an AML & Compliance Officer to be based at their offices in Limassol, Cyprus.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Monitors the day-to-day company’s client transactional activities.
- Assesses, identifies, and reports any suspicious or fraudulent transactions or activities.
- Assists in the collection, reviews, and assesses the onboarding and due diligence documents.
- Assists in the development of policies and procedures relating to the prevention of money laundering and terrorist finance.
- Assists in the preparation and drafting of periodic and ad-hoc AML compliance reporting obligations.
- Assesses, identifies, and advises on the corrective measures for the organization of any possible money-laundering risks and regulatory updates.
- Assist in the preparation of AML questionnaires and forms as may be required for onboarding purposes in the course of banking applications or otherwise.
- Participates in the liaison with third-party service providers for the integration and implementation of AML software and systems for the company’s clients.
- Deals with clients for the collection of all required KYC and due diligence documentation to ensure all internal records remain up-to-date.
- Collaborates with auditors, regulators, or any third parties as may be required to minimize money-laundering risks to the business.
- Takes part in and leads anti-money laundering compliance training on identifying suspicious activity for other team members.
Job Requirements
- BSc/BA and/or MSc in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum experience of 2 years in an AML regulatory officer role is preferred.
- AML Certificate preferred (issued under CySEC or another EEA regulatory body).
- Familiarity with industry practices and professional standards is highly preferred.
- Excellent knowledge of international AML regulations, practices, and procedures.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills in English (Additional languages will be advantageous).
- A great analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Private health insurance
- Discretional bonus
- Referral bonus
- Flexible working hours
- Corporate lunch every Friday
- Corporate and social events
- Professional growth and training opportunities
All CVs will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.
