AML Officer (Remote)

Your Software Supplier; Poland; Remote; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A prominent financial services provider in Poland seeks an experienced AML Compliance Officer to manage compliance with AML regulations and frameworks. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in compliance departments and a strong understanding of blockchain technology. Strong communication skills and experience in high-growth technology companies are advantageous. This role provides an opportunity to work collaboratively with various internal teams to enhance compliance processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in compliance departments, preferably in financial institutions.
• Good command of written and oral English; proficiency in German preferred.
• Experience in a start-up or high-growth technology company is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Act as the central point of contact for AML related questions.
• Assist in policy development for compliance with regulations.
• Manage the AML and Financial Crime framework.

Skills

Communication skills

Team building

Understanding of blockchain technology

Knowledge of regulatory landscape

Ability to work independently

Education

University Degree in Law, Economics, Finance, Forensics or a related field

Job description

Tasks

What you'll do

• Act as the central point of contact for all internal and external stakeholders for questions related to AML.
• Assist in the development and implementation of company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Manage the AML and Financial Crime framework including client onboarding and KYC processes.
• Monitoring and supervising compliance with AML/KYC programs and the requirements of the national supervisory authorities.
• Monitor and interpret relevant laws and regulations, advising on their impact on the company's operations and business strategies.
• Conduct risk assessments and reviews of the implemented policies and frameworks.
• Undertake regular, periodic and ad-hoc reporting to internal and external stakeholders (e.g. regulators, management etc.).
• Collaborate with internal teams, including compliance, finance and operations, to address compliance issues and support business objectives.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and developments to proactively address potential compliance risks.
• Provide trainings to the business and compliance departments.
• Assist in managing suspicious activity reporting and support in creating operational structures ensuring compliance.

Requirements

What you'll need

• University Degree in Law, Economics, Finance, Forensics or a related field, with preference for candidates with legal background.
• Minimum 5 years of experience from compliance departments within financial institutions, banks, FinTech's. Prior experience within the crypto industry is a big plus but not required. Ideally, prior experience entails communication with supervisory authorities. For the Deputy AMLO slightly less strict requirements regarding qualification may apply.
• Good understanding of blockchain technology, digital assets, and the regulatory landscape surrounding cryptocurrencies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build a team.
• Good command of written and oral English, proficiency in German is strongly preferred (however, no knock-out criteria).
• Experience working in a start-up or high-growth technology company will be advantageous.