Fincrime And Aml Specialist

Bebeefinancialcrime; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm is seeking a skilled Fincrime and AML Specialist to oversee compliance in South Africa. The successful candidate will handle AML responsibilities, maintain regulatory adherence, and drive training initiatives. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and strong analytical skills. This role presents opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment, along with a competitive compensation package.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Competitive compensation package

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in AML and/or Compliance role, preferably within a Professional Services environment.
• Strong knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
• Professional certification in AML and Compliance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the designated AML Officer for South Africa, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Daily review of high and moderate risk AML folders to ensure documentation completeness.
• Provide feedback and guidance to relevant teams to strengthen AML documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Fincrime and AML Specialist

We are seeking a skilled professional to fill the role of Fincrime and AML Specialist.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a broad range of financial services clients and assignments, developing a set of core skills that are transferable across multiple projects.

Regional Financial Crime Lead – Africa

Lead the financial crime strategy across the Africa region, ensuring alignment with global compliance frameworks and local regulatory requirements.

Provide guidance on AML, sanctions, anti‑bribery and corruption (ABC) and insider trading.

Drive regional initiatives to enhance financial crime controls, risk assessments, and training.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the designated AML Officer for South Africa, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Ensure adherence to the RMCP framework.
• Maintain and update AML procedures in line with evolving regulatory expectations.
• Coordinate training programs across the organization to enhance awareness and understanding of AML legislation.

Audit and Compliance

• Daily review of high and moderate risk AML folders to ensure documentation completeness, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Identify recurring errors, trends, and areas requiring enhanced focus or remediation.
• Liaise daily with RDS, engagement teams, SLQ, and EPs around the interpretation of AML legislation and requirements.
• Provide feedback and guidance to relevant teams to strengthen the quality and consistency of AML documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in AML and/or Compliance role, preferably within Professional Services environment.
• Strong knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional certification in AML and Compliance.

What We Offer: A dynamic and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a competitive compensation package.