THE OPPORTUNITY

Join our Financial Crimes Consulting team and play a pivotal role in assisting global financial services firms with process and policy improvements across a wide spectrum of regulatory compliance areas. Your role will involve contributing to initiatives that strategically enhance Anti-Money Laundering (AML) programs and operational processes that support financial crimes risk management. Utilize your expertise and client-facing experience to provide support in the following areas:

• Financial Crime Compliance
• Customer Due Diligence (CDD)
• Transaction Monitoring
• Sanctions Compliance
• AML Audit/Review and Enhancement
• AML Compliance for Cryptocurrency

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 5 years of work experience in financial crime compliance, risk management, or a related field within a financial services or management consulting firm, or equivalent experience advising financial services firms.
• Specialized expertise and experience in one or more of the following areas/functions:
• MLRO (Money Laundering Reporting Officer) function or assistant to MLRO
• Roles at AML regulatory bodies
• Cryptocurrency AML Compliance
• Sanctions Compliance
• Familiarity with financial crime frameworks and regulations, such as the Bank Secrecy Act and EU AML directives.
• Proven track record in effectively managing financial crime risks and in enhancing and implementing compliance programs.
• Experience in change management or transformational projects.

SKILLS

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify and evaluate financial crime risks.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective client and team interactions.
• In-depth knowledge of financial products, services, and the potential channels for financial crime.
• Proficiency in interpreting and applying complex regulations and laws to practical scenarios.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a thorough approach to documentation and reporting.
• Leadership capabilities with the skill to mentor and guide junior colleagues.
• A proactive approach, with the foresight to identify potential issues and devise strategic resolutions.
• Fluency in written and spoken English (minimum B2 level). Proficiency in German is highly advantageous.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• A thorough understanding of the regulatory environment and the ability to navigate and advise on compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Experience in conducting training sessions on financial crime awareness and compliance procedures.
• The ability to manage projects and initiatives, including the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Strong ethical standards and integrity, as the role often involves handling sensitive information and making judgment calls on complex issues.
• Ongoing education to stay current with the latest developments in financial crime prevention, detection, and enforcement.

SCOPE OF DUTIES

• Collaborate with a team to generate valuable and practical insights for our clients, tailoring methods and practices to meet their unique business requirements.
• Contribute to the development of innovative solutions that tackle complex financial crime risks and issues, assisting our clients in meeting global regulatory standards.
• Implement relevant regulations and adopt best market practices effectively.
• Foster strong relationships with EY colleagues and clients, encouraging a culture of collaboration.
• EY.AI - in this role, your capabilities are augmented by artificial intelligence. With AI-powered solutions your analyses, insights and innovative ideas will reach a higher level. Starting with a series of training sessions, you will then use EYQ - your virtual assistant, along with other unique tools often available exclusively at EY. We continuously invest in innovation to provide you with a work environment where you can focus on the most interesting aspects of your job and create the best solutions for clients.

Join our Financial Crimes Consulting team and play a pivotal role in assisting global financial services firms with process and policy improvements across a wide spectrum of regulatory compliance areas. Your role will involve contributing to initiatives that strategically enhance Anti-Money Laundering (AML) programs and operational processes that support financial crimes risk management. Utilize your expertise and client-facing experience to provide support in the following areas:

• Financial Crime Compliance
• Customer Due Diligence (CDD)
• Transaction Monitoring
• Sanctions Compliance
• AML Audit/Review and Enhancement
• AML Compliance for Cryptocurrenc