Anti-Money Laundering and Compliance Officer (German Branch)
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Job Location:
Frankfurt am Main - Germany
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting-edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever-growing talented team.
Were looking for a Anti-Money Laundering and Compliance Officer who will be accountable for the design implementation and ongoing oversight of the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing (AML/CTF) framework for the Germany entity ensuring full compliance with BaFin requirements German AML law (GwG) and EU regulations aligned with group standards.
Key Responsibilities:
AML/CTF Framework
- Act as the appointed Anti-Money Laundering Officer (AMLCO) under German regulatory requirements.
- Develop implement and maintain AML/CTF policies procedures and controls.
- Ensure effective customer due diligence (CDD) enhanced due diligence (EDD) transaction monitoring and suspicious activity reporting (SAR).
- Oversee AML risk assessments and ensure alignment with the firms risk appetite.
Regulatory & Governance
- Serve as the primary point of contact with BaFin and FIU Germany on AML/CTF matters.
- Ensure compliance with German AML Act (GwG) EU AML Directives and applicable EBA/ESMA guidelines.
- Lead regulatory reporting audits and inspections related to financial crime.
- Provide regular reporting to senior management and the board on AML risks and controls.
Advisory & Oversight
- Advise senior management on AML/CTF risks regulatory developments and control enhancements.
- Review and approve high-risk clients and transactions.
- Ensure effective escalation of financial crime risks and incidents.
Training & Culture
- Develop and deliver AML/CTF training programs across the Germany entity.
- Promote a strong compliance culture and awareness of financial crime risks.
Coordination
- Collaborate with group Compliance Risk Legal and Operations to ensure consistent application of AML standards.
- Align local AML practices with group frameworks while meeting German-specific requirements.
Key Requirements:
- Proven experience as AMLCO or senior AML function holder in Germany within a regulated financial services firm.
- Deep knowledge of German AML law (GwG) BaFin expectations and EU AML framework.
- Strong understanding of brokerage/trading or fintech business models.
- Experience dealing directly with regulators and FIUs.
- Strong analytical judgment and stakeholder management skills.
- Fluency in German and English.
What you will get in return:
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
About Company
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