Job Description

CareerFinders, on behalf of our client, an independent advisory, accounting, and corporate services firm with offices in the heart of Nicosia, we are seeking to recruit a Compliance & AML Consultant to join their growing team. As a Compliance & AML Consultant, you will support the Compliance Department by 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. Our client is seeking applicants who are ideally educated to degree level in Law, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or another related discipline, who possess 2+ years of relevant experience in AML, compliance, risk management, or a similar role, ideally within a professional services firm, or another regulated environment. A highly attractive remuneration package is on offer, along with an outstanding benefits package, which includes hybrid working options, and flexible working hours.
 

Key Duties/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.

 

Key Skills/Experience: 

• 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.

 

Key Benefits: 

• 13th salary.
• Provident Fund.
• Medical Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Hybrid working scheme.
• Flexible working hours.
• Friday afternoon off.
• Free parking.

 

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV, along with any covering letter to jobs@careerfinders.com.cy quoting the reference number ERG9217. Please note that due to the high volumes of applications received only shortlisted applicants will be responded to. By sending us your CV you are giving CareerFinders your consent to be contacted for this and any other suitable vacancies that we believe match your skills and experience. To view our privacy policy, please click www.careerfinders.com.cy/privacy-policy.  

How to Apply

Interested candidates are kindly requested to send their CV to the HR Manager at jobs@careerfinders.com.cy.

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CareerFinders Recruitment Services Ltd

With offices in Nicosia and Limassol, CareerFinders was founded by two recruitment professionals with extensive industry experience both in Cyprus and Internationally. Our core business model is to provide superior recruitment services to both local and international clients and candidates, primarily throughout the Island of Cyprus. Built on foundations of quality, trust and experience our thorough, personal and tailored approach to recruitment assignments sets us above the competition and ensures that both employers and job seekers find that ideal match. The core industry sectors we service include, but are not limited to Accounting, Finance, Banking, Corporate Services, Engineering, Forex/Binary, Information Technology, Shipping, Legal and Oil & Gas.