Senior AML Compliance Officer

Responsibilities:

• Act as a subject matter expert in interpreting international AML regulations and KYC guidelines, ensuring alignment with local and global standards

• Conduct comprehensive legal and regulatory research to identify emerging trends, risks, and opportunities in global financial crime compliance

• Lead strategic KYC transformation projects by partnering with cross-functional teams (1st and 2nd Line) to review, simplify, and align policies and procedures

• Drive automation and integration of country-specific KYC/AML requirements into a globally consistent and scalable policy framework

• Manage policy-related initiatives and contribute to roadmap development, ensuring alignment with the client's broader KYC transformation strategy

• Create and deliver high-impact presentations to communicate policy changes, project updates, and strategic initiatives to key stakeholders

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and risk-based thinking within the compliance function

Requirements:

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in AML/KYC policy development, advisory, or transformation within the financial services industry

• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills with the ability to distill complex regulatory requirements into actionable and concise policies

• Proven experience in driving change and leading cross-functional projects in a large, global organization

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across senior levels

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (e.g., JD, LLM, Master’s in Compliance or Risk Management) preferred

• Very good command of English (oral and written)

• Legal background and professional certifications (e.g., CAMS) are highly desirable

Offer:

• Private medical care

• Co-financing for the sports card

• Constant support of dedicated consultant

• Employee referral program