Freelance AMLCO

Vivid Resourcing; Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 148,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

Vivid Resourcing is seeking a senior freelance AMLCO in Brussels to lead a 7-person team, improve remediation processes, and coordinate with regulators. You will ensure alignment with group standards and maintain 2nd line controls while assessing ML/FT risks of new products.

You should bring deep knowledge of Belgian legislation, KYC/AML, and strong English, NL/FR communication. Start ASAP for a 3-month contract with extension possible.

Qualifications

• University degree in law, finance, business administration or related field.
• Profound knowledge of Belgian AML/CFT legislation and regulations.
• Experience in an AML/CFT compliance role and leadership mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead AML team of 7 and coach junior members.
• Coordinate with regulator and manage reporting to authorities.
• Prepare and align compliance reporting with group standards.
• Assess ML/FT risks of new products and services and propose mitigations.
• Maintain 2nd line control framework and support controls by 1st line.

Skills

AML/CFT compliance

Regulatory reporting

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Belgian legislation

KYC knowledge

Education

University degree in law/finance/business

ACAMS/IIA certification

Tools

SharePoint

JIRA

Microsoft Office

Job description

For a global customer in Brussels, we are searching for a freelance AMLCO with profound FCC knowledge and experience, preferably within the payments Industry, for a remediation assignment.

You will lead a team of 7 people, improve processes, support and manage the improvement/remediation phase and have exposure to the Regulator/NBB. Success in the mission should mean you are recognised as the leader of the team, you've been able to resolve the backlog, improve process and contribute to the success of the remediation.

You should have profound knowledge of Belgian legislation.

Responsibilities

• You keep track of regulatory and industry Financial Crime standards and requirements in an international context.
• You support the AMLCO in coordinating the AML team and provide coaching to more junior team members
• You take up the AMLCO responsibilities in the absence of the AMLCO You prepare reporting to Management and to the authorities
• You play an active role in managing the relationship with the regulator and other external stakeholders
• You ensure alignment with the Group Financial Crime Compliance function and participate in the review and implementation of the Group minimal standards in the field of AML/CFT
• You perform compliance risk assessments
• You assess the ML/FT risks associated to new products and services and propose mitigating measures.
• You advise Management and stakeholders on KYC, AML/CFT and Sanctions and regulatory related risks and requirements.
• You coordinate and follow-up the progress on Compliance Projects in close collaboration with 1st line
• You prepare training on FCC topics
• You keep relevant KYC, AML/CFT and Sanctions policies, guidelines, procedures and work instructions up to date in alignment with regulations and group policies.
• You further extend the 2nd line control framework, conduct and support the performance of 2nd line controls and assessments. You assess the controls executed by 1st line

Profile

• You have a university degree in either law, finance, business administration or a related field, or equivalent through experience
• Preferably a completed certification course on one the themes from a renowned international organisation such as ACAMS, IIA.
• You have experience in an AML/CFT compliance role.
• You are willing to take responsibilities and act as a leader in a growing team.
• You are able to manage the relationship with the regulator and other external stakeholders.
• You have strong attention to detail in order to identify and correct risky practices.
• You possess excellent analytical skills and the ability to accurately interpret complex legislation, documents and policies.
• You have strong presentation and problem-solving skills.
• You have a strong knowledge of relevant supervision laws i.e. PSD2, EU AML legislative framework, local (at least Belgian) Anti-Money Laundering Act and Sanctions laws.
• You are proficient in the use of Microsoft-Office Products.
• You have excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• You have good communication skills in NL or FR and ENG.
• You have a Multicultural mindset and flexibility, able to work in an international and constantly evolving environment.
• You are a pro-active team player who can work independently and is focused on delivery and quality.
• You ensure compliance with international law and regulations (AML/CFT, Sanctions) and protect the company from being used for these activities.
• You actively participate in challenging Compliance projects.
• You prove integrity and professional ethics.
• You have a strong compliance focus, while looking for improved efficiency.
• You master statistical analysis and research.
• You have a solid understanding of business processes in the payment and e-transaction field.
• You have experience with good practices for information sharing (e.g. in SharePoint, Teams, OneNote, JIRA,…)

Additional Details

SENIORITY: Senior

START DATE: ASAP (July/August latest)

DURATION: 3 Months

EXTENSION: Yes

CONTRACT: Freelance

LOCATION: Brussels

ONSITE POLICY: Flexible

HOURS PER WEEK: 40

LANGUAGES: Fluent Dutch/French and English

INTERVIEW PROCESS: 1 stage