MLRO (Money Laundering Reporting Officer)

at  Evotym

At Evotym, we specialize in providing top-tier tech staffing solutions tailored to the unique needs of startups and scale-ups. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated MLRO (Money Laundering Reporting Officer) for our esteemed client, a leading company in the payments industry.

ABOUT THE CLIENT:

Our client is an established business in the payments sector, currently in the process of obtaining a DLT (Distributed Ledger Technology) license. They are looking for a dynamic and creative MLRO to join their team and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are looking for an experienced MLRO with a minimum of 2-3 years in a similar role within a payments company (and over 5 years in the payments industry). The ideal candidate will be proactive, solution-oriented, and capable of independently addressing compliance issues.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certification: CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) certification is mandatory.
• Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years as an MLRO in a payments company, with over 5 years in the payments industry.
• Languages: Proficiency in Russian and fluent English.
• Location: Based in Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, Ukraine, or Spain (within 30 km of Gibraltar). The candidate must be willing to work in Gibraltar at least 3 days a week.
• Skills: Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to think creatively and solve problems independently.

• Client Onboarding: Manually review companies, websites, and individuals during the client onboarding process.
• Transaction Monitoring: Oversee automated transaction monitoring alerts, determine which transactions to block or return, and create SARs (Suspicious Activity Reports) as necessary.
• Regulatory Compliance: Liaise with regulators and ensure all AML (Anti-Money Laundering) reports and audits are completed accurately and on time.
• AML Reporting: Prepare and submit AML reports to relevant authorities.
• AML Audits: Conduct regular AML audits to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Continuous Learning: Participate in mandatory courses and stay updated with the latest AML regulations and best practices.