\n \nOur client is seeking a Senior Executive in Financial Crime and Regulatory Compliance to join their team with a primary focus on AML and CFT due diligence matters. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive customer due diligence measures, supporting AML/CFT audits and investigations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams on technical financial crime queries. You will assist in implementing customer onboarding systems, maintain compliance frameworks including policies and procedures, and support regulatory reporting requirements. The role also encompasses broader regulatory compliance responsibilities including GDPR, whistleblowing protocols, managing audits/ investigations by Regulatory bodies, and handling assessments while remaining informed with evolving regulatory laws and obligations. \n \nResponsibilities:\n
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Take ultimate responsibility for all firm-wide KYC and compliance obligations, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations and internal governance standards.\n\t
Conduct customer due diligence (KYC/KYB), risk assessments, and support onboarding and risk management tool implementation.\n\t
Collaborate with internal teams on technical financial crime queries and regulatory guidance.\n\t
Lead and support AML/CFT initiatives including investigations, audits, gap analyses, remediation, and advisory services.\n\t
Develop and update compliance policies, procedures, manuals, and monitoring programmes.\n\t
Prepare and submit periodic regulatory reports, and manage relationships with regulators and the wider network of our client.\n\t
Assist in the design and delivery of compliance training programmes.\n\t
Handle data protection impact assessments and data classification exercises.\n\t
Stay current with local and international AML/CFT regulations and industry developments.\n
\nRequirements:\n\n
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MQF level 6 or above in financial services, criminology, compliance, risk management, or a related field.\n\t
Prior work experience in a similar role of 5 years, 2 of which leading/mentoring teams.\n\t
Professional certifications such as ACAMS, ICA, or ICBF are considered an asset.\n\t
Solid understanding of AML/CFT regulations (local and international), GDPR, and risk management frameworks.\n\t
Practical experience in AML/CFT risk assessments, policy development, investigations, and remediation.\n\t
Strong interpersonal and project management skills.\n\t
Excellent analytical abilities and attention to detail.\n\t
Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.\n\t
Proficiency in MS Office applications.\n\t
A resilient, goal-oriented mindset with a proactive and adaptable approach.\n\t
Eagerness to learn and contribute within a collaborative team environment.\n
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