AML & Financial Crime Compliance Specialist

Banco Finantia; Lisboa; Hybrid; EUR 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Banco Finantia in Lisbon seeks a Compliance Officer to strengthen AML, sanctions and regulatory compliance. You will assess financial crime risks, support controls and governance, and collaborate with business units to embed compliant processes across the bank.

With 2+ years in compliance or AML, you will interpret regulations, support due diligence and contribute to automation initiatives using Microsoft Copilot and Power Automate. Fluent English required, Portuguese preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Law, Economics, Business or related field with strong regulatory exposure.
• 2+ years in Compliance/AML or related field within financial services.
• Solid understanding of AML, sanctions and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to translate regulations into internal policies and controls.
• Experience with process analysis, documentation and digital solutions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor AML/CTF, sanctions and anti-corruption regulatory developments.
• Support AML controls, documentary collection and evidence maintenance.
• Perform AML reviews of customers and relationships; escalate as needed.
• Assist enhanced due diligence and ongoing monitoring activities.
• Provide guidance on regulatory requirements to business units.
• Prepare internal and regulatory reporting responses to authorities and auditors.
• Document AML governance activities and follow up on actions.
• Help automate AML processes using innovative tech and AI tools.

Skills

AML knowledge

Regulatory understanding

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Autonomy

Confidentiality

English proficiency

Spanish advantageous

Education

Degree in Law

Degree in Economics

Finance/Accounting degree

Audit / Information Systems

Tools

Microsoft Copilot

Power Automate

Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)

Job description

Banco Finantia in Lisbon seeks a Compliance Officer to strengthen AML, sanctions and regulatory compliance. You will assess financial crime risks, support controls and governance, and collaborate with business units to embed compliant processes across the bank.

With 2+ years in compliance or AML, you will interpret regulations, support due diligence and contribute to automation initiatives using Microsoft Copilot and Power Automate. Fluent English required, Portuguese preferred.