CareerFinders, on behalf of our client, an international provider of Fiduciary Services with offices in Cyprus, we are seeking to recruit an AML Officer to join their growing team based in the heart of Nicosia. The successful applicant will primarily be responsible for supporting and maintaining the local AML compliance framework, ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry best practices. You will also oversee KYC and due diligence processes, manage compliance-related interactions with banks and external stakeholders, monitor regulatory developments, and provide guidance on AML, sanctions, and compliance matters. Our client is seeking a candidate who holds the CySEC AML Certification, and any additional AML or compliance qualifications, such as the CySEC Advanced Certificate, ACAMS/CAMS, ICA AML/Compliance qualification, or similar certifications, will be considered an advantage. You will need to have minimum of 3+ years of experience in an AML, Compliance, or similar role, preferably within the fiduciary and corporate services sectors. Experience using AML/KYC screening and due diligence platforms, as well as knowledge of AML, KYC, sanctions, and banking regulatory requirements, is essential. An attractive remuneration and benefits package is on offer, including annual discretionary performance bonus, Provident Fund, Health Insurance, travel insurance, and more!

Key Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Maintain and enhance the group companies’ AML compliance framework, ensuring alignment with applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Ensure compliance with internal AML/KYC policies and procedures, local regulatory requirements, international standards, and other applicable legal and regulatory obligations.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on the local companies’ operations, policies, procedures, and compliance framework, recommending and implementing necessary changes.
• Maintain accurate and complete AML/KYC records and documentation in accordance with regulatory and internal requirements.
• Coordinate and manage ongoing KYC, AML, and due diligence reviews conducted by banks, financial institutions, counterparties, advisors, and other external stakeholders.
• Support and maintain relationships with banks and financial institutions, serving as the primary point of contact for AML, KYC, and compliance-related matters
• Provide guidance and support to management on AML, KYC, sanctions, and regulatory compliance matters.
• Assist in the development and delivery of AML and compliance training initiatives for local staff.

Key Skills/Experience: 

• CySEC AML Certification is required.
• Additional AML or compliance qualifications, such as the CySEC Advanced Certificate, ACAMS/CAMS, ICA AML/Compliance qualification, or similar certifications, will be considered an advantage.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in an AML, Compliance, or similar role, preferably within the fiduciary and corporate services sectors.
• Sound knowledge of AML, KYC, sanctions, and banking regulatory requirements.
• Experience using AML/KYC screening and due diligence platforms
• Good understanding of corporate bank account opening, maintenance, and periodic review processes.
• Familiarity with Cyprus corporate procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Key Benefits: 

• Annual discretionary performance bonus.
• Provident Fund.
• Health Insurance.
• Travel Insurance.
• Gym allowance.
• Dental allowance.
• Daily lunch benefit.
• Flexible working hours.

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV, along with any covering letter to [email protected] quoting the reference number CAR9139. Please note that due to the high volumes of applications received only shortlisted applicants will be responded to. By sending us your CV you are giving CareerFinders your consent to be contacted for this and any other suitable vacancies that we believe match your skills and experience. To view our privacy policy, please click www.careerfinders.com.cy/privacy-policy.