Head of AML (Anti‑Money Laundering)

About the role

We are seeking a dynamic leader to overhaul, redesign and strengthen our Anti‑Money Laundering and Counter‑Funding of Terrorism (AML/CFT) processes, architecture and team. The Head of AML will manage a department of more than 30 professionals across several divisions, ensuring regulatory compliance, operational efficiency and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, allocate and supervise work for a 30‑person department, aligning tasks with competencies and KPIs.
• Coordinate activities across all AML/CFT divisions, ensuring adherence to internal procedures and legislation.
• Oversee KYC, transaction monitoring, suspicious transaction reporting, sanctions screening and risk assessment processes.
• Provide regular AML/CFT reports to the CEO and Management Board, including quarterly and annual performance reviews.
• Collaborate with Compliance, Operations, IT and other functions to drive technical enhancements and effective implementation.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Finance, Business or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of AML/CFT compliance experience in banking, payments or FinTech.
• Proven leadership of a multi‑team department.
• Deep knowledge of EU and local AML directives, KYC/KYB requirements and sanctions regulations.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with regulators, auditors and internal stakeholders.

What we offer

• Flexible working hours with remote work option.
• Progressive holiday policy with an extra paid day off per year of service.
• Fully paid educational leave (5 days per year) for exams or dissertations.
• Team‑building events, summer/winter parties and various gifts.
• Support for professional development, including course fees and certification expenses.
• Modern offices in the city centre and an international team across more than five countries.