MLRO - Banking - Frankfurt (m/f/d)

Selby Jennings; Frankfurt; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Recruitment Consultant for the DACH Legal & Regulatory team in Frankfurt. The role involves leading the AML function, implementing compliance measures, and supporting staff development. Ideal candidates have at least 5 years of experience in Anti-Money Laundering and are proficient in both German and English. This is a full-time position offering growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Anti-Money Laundering.
• Strong academic background, ideally with compliance or legal qualifications.
• Proven experience in implementing and managing AML monitoring systems.
• Native or near-native proficiency in German/English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the MLRO function.
• Develop and maintain AML policies, procedures, and controls.
• Conduct regular and ad-hoc monitoring activities.
• Monitor business relationships and transactions.
• Design and deliver AML training programs for relevant staff.

Skills

Anti-Money Laundering

Compliance Management

Risk Analysis

Monitoring Systems

Bilingual in German/English

Education

Compliance or legal qualifications

Job description

Recruitment Consultant - DACH Legal & Regulatory @ Larson Maddox

Overview: Join a leading financial institution with a global presence and a strong commitment to building better financial futures. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a collaborative and supportive team, contributing to the integrity and compliance of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the MLRO function.
• Develop and maintain AML policies, procedures, and controls in line with regulatory requirements.
• Draft and update risk analyses related to money laundering, terrorist financing, and criminal activity.
• Conduct regular and ad‑hoc monitoring activities, document findings, and ensure remediation of deficiencies.
• Oversee outsourced AML‑related security measures.
• Advise internal departments on AML compliance and implementation of security measures.
• Support and develop MLRO team members and monitoring staff.
• Ensure reliability checks for new and existing employees.
• Monitor business relationships and transactions using appropriate systems.
• File suspicious activity reports with the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) and initiate criminal complaints when necessary.
• Design and deliver AML training programs for relevant staff.
• Act as the main contact for internal and external auditors on AML‑related matters.
• Provide regular and ad‑hoc reports to senior management and supervisory bodies.

Candidate Profile:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Anti‑Money Laundering.
• Strong academic background, ideally with compliance or legal qualifications.
• Proven experience in implementing and managing AML monitoring systems.
• Native or near‑native proficiency in German/English.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Finance

Industries: Banking

Location: Frankfurt am Main, Hesse, Germany