AML Executive

Our client is seeking to recruit for an AML Executive to join their team. The person will report into the Head of Compliance and MLRO. 

Duties include: 

• Assuming an active role in the client onboarding process related to prospective clients, especially from a risk assessment, client screening, and customer due diligence perspective
• Conduct ongoing AML/CFT monitoring on existing clients as necessary.
•  Carrying out transaction monitoring from an AML/CFT perspective, and when this is deemed to be necessary;
• Conducting relevant risk assessments of the Company’s operations and business to identify exposure to ML/TF risks and determine measures to mitigate such exposure.
• Supporting the MLRO and Head of Compliance in establishing the Company’s AML/CFT, Compliance, and Risk Management Programs, focusing on creating policies and procedures and continuously updating them to reflect any new developments.
•  Providing AML/CFT and other compliance-related training to the Company’s employees.
• Serving as a point of contact and information for other departments to understand their needs and ensure they are well-equipped to fulfill their obligations in the Company’s AML/CFT Programme.
• Preparing regular AML/CFT and compliance reports for presentation to the Board of Directors.
• Preparing external reports and submissions to relevant regulatory or other authories in accordance with the Company’s compliance and AML/CFT obligations.
• ensuring that the Company’s business operations are conducted in a manner that complies with any applicable laws, regulations, professional standards, accepted business process and internal standards from an AML/CFT perspective 
• Conducting ongoing research into relevant AML/CFT and other regulatory laws that may apply to the Company and its operations 
•  Supporting other members of the AML/CFT and Compliance team in performing AML/CFT- related functions and duties, especially by providing guidance and assistance to client onboarding team members with their daily responsibiliies and tasks.
• Generally supporting the MLRO and Head of Compliance with daily AML/CFT, compliance, and regulatory responsibilities.

Requirements

• At least three years’ experience working in a similar role.
• Knowledge of the Corporate industry regulations and practices
• Knowledge in due diligence
• Excellent reporting skills
• Excellent communications skills in English
• Local experience is required for this role

Education and experience

• Degree Level of education or equivalent.