The Financial Crime Compliance Officer is responsible for ensuring that the company complies with Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF), and other financial crime regulations.
The role involves monitoring transactions, investigating suspicious activities, and developing policies to mitigate financial crime risks.
Responsibilities
Oversee the implementation and enforcement of AML/CTF policies and procedures.
Conduct transaction monitoring and investigations to identify suspicious activities.
Ensure compliance with sanctions, fraud prevention, and anti-bribery laws.
File Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) or Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) as required by regulators.
Collaborate with regulators, auditors, and internal teams to address financial crime risks.
Conduct AML risk assessments and recommend controls to mitigate risks.
Provide training to staff on financial crime compliance.
Stay updated on financial crime regulations and ensure company policies align with regulatory requirements.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Law, Business, or related field.
2 years of experience in financial crime compliance, AML, or risk management.
Strong knowledge of global AML/CTF regulations (e.g., FATF, EU AML directives, FinCEN).
Experience with blockchain analytics, sanctions screening, or fraud prevention tools is a plus.
Relevant certifications (e.g., DCP, CCFC, CCI) are a plus
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