Compliance & AML Consultant
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Location
Nicosia
Hybrid
Type
full-time
Experience
Junior (1–2 yrs)
Salary (Gross)
€1,850 - €2,250 per month
Apply within
4 days
Category
AML, Compliance & Risk
About the Role
Our client, an independent advisory, accounting, and corporate services firm based in Nicosia, is looking for a Compliance & AML Consultant. This role involves supporting 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. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Law, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, along with 2+ years of relevant experience in AML, compliance, or risk management, preferably within a professional services firm or other regulated environment. The position offers a highly attractive remuneration package, including a 13th salary, provident fund, medical insurance, life insurance, hybrid working options, flexible working hours, and Friday afternoons off.
Responsibilities
- Support the Compliance team in performing Client Acceptance and Continuance procedures (CDD, KYC, UBO, PEP)
- Review client files for compliance with AML legislation and internal policies
- Conduct sanctions, adverse media, and other compliance screenings
- Assist with client risk assessments, compliance monitoring reviews, and risk evaluation
- Support periodic compliance monitoring reviews and document findings/recommendations
- Maintain and update compliance policies, procedures, registers, and documentation
- Monitor regulatory and legislative developments and assist with implementation of changes
- Provide compliance support and guidance to internal teams and assist with 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 a related discipline
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in AML, compliance, risk management, or a similar role
- Experience within a professional services firm or another regulated environment is ideal
- Good understanding of Cyprus AML legislation and regulatory requirements
- Knowledge of the compliance framework applicable to professional services firms regulated by ICPAC is an advantage
- Professional qualifications or certifications in AML or compliance are an advantage
- Proficiency in MS Office; experience with compliance, client screening or case management systems is 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 is an advantage
Benefits
- ✓13th salary
- ✓Provident Fund
- ✓Medical Insurance
- ✓Life Insurance
- ✓Hybrid working scheme
- ✓Flexible working hours
- ✓Friday afternoon off
- ✓Free parking
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