Experienced AML Officer, Central Compliance Services, Nicosia Office (Ref:714907WD)

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We are seeking an Experienced AML Officer with a strong understanding of regulatory and AML compliance, to join our centralized Compliance Services team. The successful candidate will play a key role in conducting due diligence and supporting the maintenance of compliance within a multi-jurisdictional regulatory framework. This role demands a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to independently apply international AML standards with expertise and judgment. 

The successful candidate will be responsible to: 

• →Lead and perform thorough AML/CFT due diligence and KYC Profiles reviews for new and existing clients, ensuring compliance with the Cyprus AML legal and regulatory requirements and the internal policies of PwC. 

• →Conduct client risk assessments to identify, evaluate, and mitigate AML/CFT risks. 

• →Be able to identify suspicious client transactions and behaviors and escalate any concerns for further investigation in accordance with the internal policies of PwC. 

• →Collaborate with business units and client-facing teams to collect, review, and validate onboarding documentation and KYC data, ensuring completeness and adherence to the internal policies of PwC. 

• →Manage and optimize KYC/AML on-boarding procedures and processes and monitor the automated systems and tools utilized by PwC. 

• →Provide expert guidance and training to junior team members as well as to the client-facing teams to promote KYC/AML compliance awareness. 

• →Respond promptly to inquiries, deliver high-quality work, and manage ad-hoc requests from client-facing personnel. 

• A University Degree and/or Master's Degree in the fields of Compliance and Risk Management, Anti-corruption, Corporate Governance and Compliance, Law, or another risk management and compliance related field. 

• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., ACAMS, ICA Diploma in AML) and/or relevant AML certificates presented by ICPAC and/or CySEC are strongly preferred. 

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in AML/CFT regulatory compliance roles with an ICPAC/CySEC/Cyprus Bar Association regulated entity. 

• Excellent command of Greek and English (written and spoken). 

• Advanced computer literacy, with experience using KYC screening tools, compliance software, and Microsoft Office applications. 

• Exceptional attention to detail combined with an analytical approach to problem-solving and risk assessment. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment. 

• Collaborative team player with demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities. 

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to engage with internal teams and external stakeholders at all levels. 

• Strong organizational skills with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.