GRS Recruitment is working with an emerging Forex company committed to strengthening its operations and ensuring regulatory alignment. The company are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Compliance Officer & AMLCO to join their Limassol-based team. This is a key position responsible for overseeing regulatory compliance and anti-money laundering efforts in line with industry standards. If you're both CySEC Advanced and AML certified, we encourage you to apply today.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES
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Act as the primary contact point with CySEC, MOKAS, and other relevant authorities.
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Prepare and submit annual and ad-hoc compliance and AML reports to the Board of Directors and CySEC.
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Ensure the Company’s full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and directives (including CySEC and MiFID II).
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Develop, implement, and maintain compliance and AML/CTF frameworks, policies, and internal controls.
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Monitor and assess the effectiveness of compliance and AML/CTF systems through reviews, inspections, and audits.
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Review and approve marketing materials, client communications, and website content for compliance purposes.
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Conduct compliance risk assessments and implement corrective measures where necessary.
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Oversee KYC, CDD, and EDD procedures to ensure effective client onboarding and monitoring.
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Supervise transaction monitoring, investigating and escalating suspicious activity, and filing reports with MOKAS when required.
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Maintain client screening against sanctions, PEP, and adverse media lists.
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Provide compliance and AML/CTF advice to Management and the Board on regulatory obligations and business decisions.
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Supervise and guide the Compliance Assistant and other staff in their day-to-day compliance/AML tasks.
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Coordinate with internal departments to ensure consistent application of compliance and AML standards.
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Handle escalated client complaints, ensuring proper investigation and resolution.
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Liaise with internal and external auditors during compliance and AML reviews.
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Maintain accurate compliance and AML registers, records, and logs for audits and inspections.
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Deliver and supervise compliance and AML/CTF training (induction, annual, and ad-hoc).
CANDIDATE PROFILE
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University Degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Law or a related field.
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At least 3-5 of proven compliance/AML experience in financial sector.
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Excellent knowledge of the CySEC regulatory framework, AML/CFT legislation and MiFID II.
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EU work permit
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Excellent command of English (both written and spoken).
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Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to balance regulatory requirements and business needs.
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Leadership qualities with the ability to guide and train junior staff.
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Willing to work onsite
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Ability to manage a fast-paced workload, prioritize effectively, and maintain accuracy.
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Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Due to the high volume of applications, we receive at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
To apply for this position, please email your CV to
Alex Evangelides, alex@grsrecruitment.com quoting the above job reference or call +357 25 342 721 for further information.
