Job Summary
Since our team in Cyprus continues to grow, we are looking for a Compliance Officer / AMLCO to join us! You will play a key role in protecting the company’s regulatory integrity while supporting sustainable business growth. You will act as a trusted partner to the business, ensuring full regulatory adherence while enabling marketing and expansion initiatives to scale safely and efficiently.
This role involves hands-on execution of compliance, AML, and governance tasks, requiring close collaboration with senior management and cross-functional teams in a dynamic international environment.
Responsibilities
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Act as the appointed AMLCO/CO and ensure full compliance with AML and CFT regulatory requirements and that operations align with CySEC standards
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Prepare and submit the Annual AMLCO and CO Reports to the Board
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Ensure timely filing of all mandatory reports to CySEC, MOKAS and any other relevant authority
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Design, implement, review, update and maintain the AML/CFT framework, internal compliance policies and procedures, along with manuals and risk assessments based on a risk-based approach
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Execute compliance controls including but not limited to monitor customer due diligence (CDD/KYC), ongoing transaction monitoring, suspicious activity reviews
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Implement and maintain the Compliance Monitoring Program, including AML monitoring provisions, to ensure ongoing adherence to MiFID II, CySEC Law 87(I)/2017 and applicable AML regulations
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Conduct comprehensive reviews and provide final approval for marketing materials, including company’s website, verifying they are developed in accordance with the company policies and ESMA guidelines
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Monitor regulatory changes, circulars and directives, provide ongoing reports to the Board and inform internal stakeholders on time-sensitive matters
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Develop and deliver annual AML and Compliance training programs for all employees
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Provide guidance to staff on compliance and AML/CFT matters
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Oversee the complaints handling process and maintain the Complaints Registry in line with regulatory timelines
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Maintain SAR/STR registry, reports registry, internal evaluation reports log and other registers
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Conduct due diligence and ongoing monitoring t of various counterparts, including but not limited to outsourced service providers, banks and payment service providers
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Act as designated contact person for MOKAS and CySEC for compliance queries
Requirements
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At least 2 years of experience in Compliance or AML roles within a CySEC-regulated CIF
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Holder of CySEC Advanced Certification and CySEC AML Certification
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In-depth knowledge of MiFID II, AML and CFT regulations, MAR, PRIIP, SFDR, and related regulatory frameworks
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Relevant qualification in Law, Finance, Risk, or Compliance
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Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines in a regulated environment
Will be a Plus
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Diploma-level professional qualification in Compliance or AML such as ICA, ACAMS, or CISI
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Degree in Law such as LLB or LLM
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Knowledge of the Greek language
We Offer
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21 paid vacation days per year
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10 paid sick leave days per year
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Public holidays according to the Cyprus
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Flexible working schedule
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Hybrid mode (after probation period)
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Medical insurance (after probation period)
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Professional education budget (after probation period)
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Language learning budget (after probation period)
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Wellness budget (gym membership, sports gear and related expenses) (after probation period)