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Anti-Money Laundering and Compliance Officer (German Branch)

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CEO Office

Location

Germany

We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting-edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best, so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever-growing talented team.

We're looking for a Anti-Money Laundering and Compliance Officer who will be accountable for the design, implementation, and ongoing oversight of the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing (AML/CTF) framework for the Germany entity, ensuring full compliance with BaFin requirements, German AML law (GwG), and EU regulations, aligned with group standards.

Key Responsibilities:

    AML/CTF Framework

  • Act as the appointed Anti-Money Laundering Officer (AMLCO) under German regulatory requirements.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain AML/CTF policies, procedures, and controls.
  • Ensure effective customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), transaction monitoring, and suspicious activity reporting (SAR).
  • Oversee AML risk assessments and ensure alignment with the firm’s risk appetite.

    • Regulatory & Governance

  • Serve as the primary point of contact with BaFin and FIU Germany on AML/CTF matters.
  • Ensure compliance with German AML Act (GwG), EU AML Directives, and applicable EBA/ESMA guidelines.
  • Lead regulatory reporting, audits, and inspections related to financial crime.
  • Provide regular reporting to senior management and the board on AML risks and controls.

    • Advisory & Oversight

  • Advise senior management on AML/CTF risks, regulatory developments, and control enhancements.
  • Review and approve high-risk clients and transactions.
  • Ensure effective escalation of financial crime risks and incidents.

    • Training & Culture

  • Develop and deliver AML/CTF training programs across the Germany entity.
  • Promote a strong compliance culture and awareness of financial crime risks.

    • Coordination

  • Collaborate with group Compliance, Risk, Legal, and Operations to ensure consistent application of AML standards.
  • Align local AML practices with group frameworks while meeting German-specific requirements.

Key Requirements:

  • Proven experience as AMLCO or senior AML function holder in Germany within a regulated financial services firm.
  • Deep knowledge of German AML law (GwG), BaFin expectations, and EU AML framework.
  • Strong understanding of brokerage/trading or fintech business models.
  • Experience dealing directly with regulators and FIUs.
  • Strong analytical, judgment, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Fluency in German and English.

What you will get in return:

    •  Competitive Salary:  We believe great work deserves great pay! Your skills and talents will be rewarded with a salary that makes you feel valued and motivated.
    •  Work-Life Harmony:  Join a company that genuinely cares about you - because your life outside of work matters just as much as your time on the clock. #LI-Hybrid
    •  Generous Time Off:  Need a breather? Our annual leave policy lets you recharge and enjoy life outside of work without a worry.
    •  Employee Referral Program:  Love working here? Share the love! Bring your talented friends on board and get rewarded for growing our awesome team.
    •  Comprehensive Health & Pension Benefits:  From medical insurance to pension plans, we’ve got your back. Plus, location-specific benefits and perks!
    •  Workation Wonderland:  Live your digital nomad dreams with 30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply). Adventure awaits!
    •  Volunteer Days:  Make a difference! Take two additional paid days each year to support causes you care about and give back to the community.
Be a key player at the forefront of the digital assets movement, propelling your career to new heights! Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding company that values and rewards talent, initiative, and creativity. Work alongside one of the most brilliant teams in the industry.
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