We are seeking for AML/MLRO Officer to oversee and enhance our compliance framework, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and fostering a culture of compliance within PaySaxas. The ideal candidate will have expertise in transaction monitoring, local regulatory compliance, due diligence to detect and prevent money laundering and financial crime to drive compliance initiatives.
AML/MLRO Lithuania
Lithuania
Responsibilities
Oversee AML operations, including training and advising on AML/CTF matters;
Ensure compliance with local and EU regulations, including creating and maintaining required policies and manuals;
Participate in design and implementation of a Risk and Compliance Strategy, including comprehensive Sanctions policies and controls;
Conduct due diligence and ongoing risk-based monitoring for new business customer applications;
Assist with client on-boarding through KYC/KYB verification processes;
Prepare AML reports, participate in audits;
Review internal SARs and prepare reports for the local FIU;
Develop effective relationships with local industry partners and the Bank of Lithuania;
Investigate and report illicit activities to law enforcement and respond to external requests;
Collaborate to ensure the firm maintains appropriate policies, procedures, systems, and controls to meet regulatory obligations.
Requirements
+1 years experience in AML (MRLO experience will be considered as advantage);
Experience of working in the fintech sector (PSPs, e-wallets, crypto, open banking, BaaS etc.);
Awareness of relevant EU-level legislation and their transposition into Lithuanian legislation;
Familiarity with the applicable international and domestic regulations in money laundering and terrorism financing;
Experience in transaction monitoring, due diligence to detect and prevent money laundering and financial crime;
Comprehensive understanding of KYC/KYB regulations and best practices;
Experience of communication with Lithuanian regulator (will be considered as advantage);
Experience of working with crypto (will be considered as advantage);
Must be a permanent resident or citizen of Lithuania;
Excellent verbal and written Lithuanian and English language skills (Ukrainian or Russian language knowledge will be considered as an advantage).
We offer
Full Remote work environment;
Flexible working schedule;
Performance-based bonuses;
Corporate events and activities;
Official employment in Lithuania.