AML Assistant/KYC Officer

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The opportunity

As assistant to our Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Officer and a team member of the Risk Management team you will have a large variety of tasks including:

Your key responsibilities

• Play an active role and assisting the AML Compliance Officer (AMLCO) for implementing and optimizing the compliance monitoring program in accordance with the firm’s compliance and client acceptance guidelines;
• You will ensure that the client onboarding and AML/KYC processes limit the risks of anti-money laundering, corruption and other financial crimes;
• Actively participate to the design and implement the training programs for AML & communication packages;
• You will compile and control the compliance documentation for the purposes of client identification and risk assessment;
• You will liaise with fee earners and personal assistants to ensure the compliance documentation is completed in a timely and accurate manner;
• You will advise partners and senior associates in compliance matters based on a sound risk assessment;
• You will work together with the AMLCO on subjects as knowledge, change legislation, process, reporting and client complaints;
• Support the AMLCO in liaising with local authorities, regulators, and police with regards to their requests;
• Conduct periodic compliance reviews on specific areas of the business, such as client KYC, policy revisions, to establish whether the controls and procedures in place are adequate to ensure continuing compliance local Regulator requirements and relevant legislation;
• Take responsibility for ensuring that the duties imposed by the Money Laundering Regulations and all regulations relating to the business are complied with;
• Actively participate to the design and implement the training programs for AML & communication packages.

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree with a background in Law or “business management – legal practice”;
• Experience in the function (minimal 3-5 years ‘experience);
• You have a good spoken and written knowledge and communication skills of the following languages: Dutch, French and English.

Skills and attributes for succes

• You are self-motivated, service-minded and flexible;
• You have the ability to work effectively on your own and as part of a team;
• You have a sense of organization and precision;
• You are stress-resistant.

What we offer

• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you
• Type of contract: Permanent – Full time

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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