COMPLIANCE EXPERT

Compliance Expert

The ideal candidate has 3 to 5 years of experience, will join the Compliance & AML team and, under the supervision of the Head of Service, will actively support all activities related to Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Financial Sanctions.

Key Responsibilities

• Analysis, evaluation, and implementation of regulatory updates in the AML/CFT and Sanctions areas
• Execution and updating of Customer Due Diligence (CDD/EDD) processes, including checks on high-risk customers
• Support and oversight of transaction monitoring activities, anomaly detection, and management of suspicious activity reports (SARs)
• Monitoring of international sanctions lists and management of screening activities on clients, counterparties, and transactions
• Execution of second-level controls on AML and sanctions processes, including thematic reviews and internal audit-like assessments
• Contribution to the drafting and implementation of AML/Sanctions policies and procedures, in compliance with both local regulations and Group requirements
• Management of regular reporting to local senior management, Head Office and relevant authorities
• Support in AML risk assessment and updating of the risk mapping
• Participation in regulatory projects and Group-wide initiatives related to AML/Sanctions
• Assistance during internal and external audits and inspections (e.g., Bank of Italy, external auditors, Group)
• Ongoing advisory support to operational and commercial units on AML/CFT and sanctions matters
• Contribution to the development of AML-related KPIs/KRIs for monitoring risks and performance

Requirements

• Degree in Law, Economics, Political Science or related fields
• At least 3 to 5 years of experience in similar roles within banks or financial institutions
• Excellent knowledge of AML/CFT regulations, both domestic and international (e.g., Bank of Italy, UIF, EU Directives, FATF, OFAC)
• Familiarity with main screening and monitoring tools (e.g., WorldCheck, Fircosoft, Actimize, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools; additional IT skills are a plus
• Native-level Italian and fluent English, both written and spoken
• Proactive attitude, analytical skills, attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, with a problem-solving approach

The resource will be hired directly by the company on a permanent contract . Salary will be commensurate with actual experience, along with opportunities for professional growth, welfare benefits, and ticket restaurants.

Workplace: Milan. Work Mode: Hybrid.