Deputy MLRO (m/w/d)
Key Responsibilities
- Act as Deputy MLRO and support the MLRO in fulfilling all regulatory and statutory obligations.
- Assist in the oversight and enhancement of the firm's AML, CTF, sanctions, and broader financial crime framework.
- Support the preparation of regulatory reports, suspicious activity reporting, and financial crime governance reporting.
- Conduct and oversee AML risk assessments, monitoring activities, and control testing.
- Provide financial crime advice on new products, business initiatives, and strategic projects.
- Work closely with Compliance, Risk, Legal, Operations, and Front Office stakeholders to ensure effective management of financial crime risks.
- Assist with regulatory examinations, internal audits, and remediation programmes.
- Support the development and delivery of AML and financial crime training across the business.
- Monitor regulatory developments and ensure policies and procedures remain aligned with evolving requirements.
- Serve as a key escalation point for complex AML, sanctions, and financial crime matters.
Requirements
- Several years of experience within AML, Financial Crime Compliance, Compliance, or Regulatory Risk gained within banking, capital markets, payments, or financial services.
- Previous experience as a Deputy MLRO, AML Officer, Financial Crime Manager, or similar role.
- Strong knowledge of German AML regulations (GwG), BaFin requirements, EU AML legislation, and sanctions frameworks.
- Experience conducting AML risk assessments, investigations, and regulatory reporting.
- Ability to engage confidently with senior management and regulatory authorities.
- Strong analytical, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.
- Fluency in English is required; German language skills are highly desirable.
- Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA, or equivalent are considered advantageous.
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