For a leading Corporate Services firm, in the heart of Nicosia, we are looking for a Compliance & AML Consultant to join their team.
Responsibilities:
- Support the Compliance team in performing Client Acceptance and Continuance procedures, including Client Due Diligence (CDD), Know Your Client (KYC), Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) and Politically Exposed Person (PEP) assessments.
- Review client files to ensure compliance with applicable AML legislation, the requirements of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Cyprus (ICPAC) and the firm's internal policies and procedures.
- Conduct sanctions, adverse media and other compliance screenings using specialised compliance platforms.
- Assist with client risk assessments, compliance monitoring reviews and the evaluation of compliance-related risks.
- Support periodic compliance monitoring reviews and document findings and recommendations.
- Maintain and update compliance policies, procedures, registers and supporting documentation.
- Monitor regulatory and legislative developments and assist with the implementation of relevant changes.
- Provide compliance support and guidance to internal teams and assist regulatory queries.
- Support the preparation and delivery of AML and compliance training and awareness initiatives.
- Assist with regulatory inspections, internal reviews and other compliance-related projects.
Requirements:
- University degree in Law, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or another related discipline.
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in AML, compliance, risk management or a similar role, ideally within a professional services firm or another regulated environment.
- Good understanding of Cyprus AML legislation and regulatory requirements, with knowledge of the compliance framework applicable to professional services firms regulated by ICPAC considered an advantage.
- Professional qualifications or certifications in AML or compliance will be considered an advantage.
- Proficiency in MS Office; experience with compliance, client screening or case management systems will be considered an advantage.
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and ability to exercise sound professional judgement.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a team-oriented mindset.
- Fluency in English (written and spoken). Knowledge of Greek will be considered an advantage.
Salary:
€22,000 - 27,000 annual gross, depending on experience