Senior Deputy AML Compliance Lead

Morgan Philips Specialist Recruitment; Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Philips Specialist Recruitment seeks an experienced Deputy AMLCO to strengthen its Financial Crime Compliance function. You will support the AML Compliance Officer in overseeing the AML/CFT framework and translate regulatory requirements into practical controls for business teams.

The role offers exposure to senior management, governance bodies, and cross-functional stakeholders, with opportunities for broader strategic responsibilities within a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in AML/CFT, compliance, or financial crime control.
• Experience in regulated financial services and second-line roles.
• Exposure to interactions with senior stakeholders and governance bodies.

Responsibilities

• Support AMLCO in maintaining AML/CFT framework aligned to Belgian/European rules.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess impact on controls.
• Design, review and enhance AML, sanctions, and financial crime policies.
• Challenge first-line controls; ensure risks are identified and mitigated.
• Contribute to periodic AML risk assessments and control evaluations.
• Provide guidance during product launches and strategic initiatives.
• Prepare reporting for senior management and governance bodies.
• Escalate material risks and support regulatory engagement.

Skills

AML/CFT

Regulatory knowledge

CDD/EDD

Risk assessment

Stakeholder mgmt

Communication

Education

Master's degree

CAMS/ICA asset

Job description

Morgan Philips Specialist Recruitment seeks an experienced Deputy AMLCO to strengthen its Financial Crime Compliance function. You will support the AML Compliance Officer in overseeing the AML/CFT framework and translate regulatory requirements into practical controls for business teams.

The role offers exposure to senior management, governance bodies, and cross-functional stakeholders, with opportunities for broader strategic responsibilities within a regulated environment.