Senior AML/KYC Officer

Luxembourg

Permanent

€80,000 - €100,000 EUR a year

Regulatory

PR/606564_1787145820

Our client is a renowned private bank with an international footprint and a strong commitment to regulatory excellence. As part of its continued growth, the organisation is seeking an experienced AML/KYC Officer to join its Compliance function.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct risk-based customer due diligence reviews for new client onboarding and account opening activities.
Assess and validate KYC documentation, ownership structures, source of wealth/source of funds information, and client risk classifications.
Perform ongoing monitoring and periodic review activities to ensure client records remain accurate and compliant with regulatory and internal requirements.
Partner closely with relationship managers and business stakeholders, providing practical guidance on AML, KYC, and regulatory matters.
Support investigations into potential compliance concerns and escalate issues where appropriate.
Assist with regulatory reporting obligations and interactions with external parties, including auditors and supervisory authorities.
Contribute to risk assessments, control reviews, regulatory change initiatives, and compliance-related projects.
Participate in the development and delivery of compliance awareness and training programmes across the business.
Help strengthen the organisation's framework for identifying, managing, and mitigating financial crime and regulatory risks.

Candidate Profile

Degree in Law, Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
at least 5 years of experience gained within Compliance, Financial Crime, Audit, Risk, Legal, or a related function in the financial services sector.
Strong knowledge of AML/CFT regulations, customer due diligence requirements, sanctions screening, and financial crime controls.
Good understanding of corporate entities, legal structures, and client documentation requirements.
Experience working in a regulated banking, wealth management, asset management, or financial services environment.
Professional fluency in English and French is highly desirable; additional European languages would be considered an advantage.

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