Senior AML Consultant
Arendt Regulatory & Consulting (ARC) is Arendt’s dedicated regulatory consulting arm composed of diverse and experienced professionals with a strong background in regulatory and business consultancy.
Our 120 experts offer regulatory consulting and advisory services and assistance to an international and sophisticated client base across multiple industries. This includes a range of services from the classic regulatory consulting, working with funds, their asset managers and asset servicers on the practical implementation of rules and regulations, to topics such as risk management, fund distribution, fund governance, and compliance of Luxembourg regulated entities.
ARC responds to the growing needs of clients with a practical yet legally effective approach to regulatory change management and other regulatory matters.
Within Arendt, we uphold high standards. Our professionals work with clients on engaging projects, empowered from the start. With a strong local presence in Luxembourg and international reach, we support and train our team members to thrive in a culture of excellence. Specialised teams ensure the right skills are available, allowing for a focus on added value. Our leaders are approachable, providing support and mentoring.
We offer a vibrant social life with numerous events, embracing sports and art, our culture encourages openness and discovery beyond the professional realm. With over 50 nationalities represented, Arendt is committed to the well-being of its staff, serving the best interests of its clients, protecting the environment, and supporting education.
Given the ongoing development of our firm, we are currently recruiting:
Senior AML Consultant
Your role:
Assist the team in supporting anti-money laundering (AML) and counter terrorist financing (CFT) client assignments or projects while supervising Junior Consultants and review their works and reporting to Managers and above. You will be asked to provide advice and deliver services to clients from various industries in relation with their AML/CFT obligations and requirements, including but not limited to:
- Perform AML/KYC due diligence file review and remediation programs for international private banks, insurance companies, management companies and/or transfer agents
- Review, design and implement AML framework, policies and procedures, processes, and systems
- Conduct AML/CFT risk assessment, define and implement risk based approach
- Prepare training material and be involved in the development of approach and methodologies to execute client engagements
- Remain up to date in terms of AML/CFT regulations and changes and industry trends and contribute to the development of your own as well as leverage your expertise to other team members.
Your profile
- You ideally have a Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Law or another relevant field
- You have a minimum of 3 years of experience in AML/CFT, Financial Crime or Compliance ideally in a consulting environment
- You hold a CAMS or other industry related qualification
- You are fluent both written and oral in French and English. German will be considered a strong advantage
- You are skilled in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- You have a good working knowledge of KYC/AML softwares
- You are rigorous, able to provide work of high and consistent quality, often with tight deadlines
- You like reading and analysing regulation and are eager to learn
- You are dedicated to work in a fast growing environment
- You are seen as a proactive person with good presentation, communication as well as written skills.
We offer :
- Excellent career development opportunities with tailor-made internal training focused on both technical and soft skills;
- An entrepreneurial work culture where we promote talent & ideas;
- Multicultural, diverse teams encouraging collaborative work;
- The opportunity to work and interact within a wide network of specialists; and
- A hybrid working environment offering flexibility and the possibility to work from home.
Arendt promotes equal opportunities and value each and every employee for what they bring to the community.
For more information, please refer to our diversity and inclusion policy on our website.
Interested?
If you are interested in this job opportunity, we are looking forward to receiving your application.
All applications will be treated confidentially.
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About Arendt
Arendt & Medernach (A&M) is dedicated to providing top-quality legal services. Based in Kirchberg, A&M is the leading independent law firm in Luxembourg, representing local and international clients in all areas of Luxembourg business law.
Arendt Regulatory & Consulting (ARC) is a team of experts from a diverse range of fields. Based in Kirchberg, ARC offers the opportunity to advise asset managers and servicers on their fund regulatory matters.
Arendt Investor Services (AIS) acts as a regulated business facilitator. Supported by a team of experts in Hamm, AIS offers a full range of corporate, tax and funds services.
