AML OFFICER H/F

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We are delighted to assist this reputable wholesale bank in the recruitment of a KYC Officer who will report to the AML/KYC Manager. The AML/KYC officer is responsible for the review, risk assessment, completion of KYC files and being a single point of contact. We are also looking for candidates to have a strong work ethic and to be good team members.

Responsibilities:

• Participated in the onboarding of new clients, ensuring that client documentation was current, accurate, and complete within established deadlines, and conducted customer due diligence checks and risk assessments on new and existing clients using a risk-based approach.
• Conducted name screening of clients and related parties.
• Investigated sanctions, PEP, adverse media, and other screening hits.
• Contributed to the maintenance and accuracy of KYC data within internal systems.
• Performed KYC reviews and completed periodic reviews of existing clients.
• Ensured compliance with ongoing AML and KYC controls.
• Conducted transaction monitoring activities.
• Escalated urgent and sensitive matters appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Liaised and coordinated with internal and external stakeholders on KYC and AML-related matters.
• Identified and evaluated KYC risks in line with the internal risk-based approach.
• Ensured that adequate controls and processing requirements were met.
• Supported internal and external reporting requirements as needed.
• Prepared information and documentation for internal and external AML and KYC audits.

• 3–4 years of experience in a KYC role, ideally gained within a Luxembourg-based financial institution, with a strong understanding of the local regulatory framework applicable to wholesale lending.
• Relevant academic qualifications, preferably in Economics, Accounting, Finance, or Law.
• Good knowledge of CSSF rules and regulations, as well as AML, KYC, and CFT principles, methodologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Solid understanding of onboarding requirements under Luxembourg law, with hands-on experience conducting due diligence on corporates, trusts, and funds, including the analysis of ownership structures and UBO identification and verification.
• Fluency in English.
• Strong knowledge of wholesale and syndicated lending products.
• Good understanding of banking practices and procedures related to wholesale and syndicated lending.
• Familiarity with loan agreements and related legal documentation would be considered an advantage.

Application process:

As an equal opportunity employer, we embrace diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Please note, however, that candidates must possess a valid Luxembourg work permit. As we represent our clients, we are required to submit only those who meet this requirement. Unfortunately, if you do not have a valid work permit, we will not be able to consider your application.

If you are selected for the position, you will be asked to provide supporting documentation, such as copies of your diplomas, proof of prior employment, and a standard criminal record check, as part of the final steps in our recruitment process.

We appreciate your interest in our company and look forward to the possibility of working together.