Senior AML Analyst (m/w/d)
Core
Identify, assess, and manage money laundering, terrorism financing, and other financial crime risks across the entire customer lifecycle for merchants, business partners, and corporate clients.
Role type
Senior AML Analyst (IC)
Builds
Risk assessments, due diligence reports, and compliance documentation for merchant onboarding and ongoing monitoring.
Domain
Fintech / Payments / Financial Crime Compliance
Required skills
AML, KYC, CDD, EDD, Sanctions screening, PEP screening, Adverse media analysis, Corporate structure analysis, Beneficial ownership identification, Regulatory compliance knowledge (German/EU), Case management systems, Transaction monitoring systems
Preferred skills
Merchant acquiring experience, Fintech background, Risk modeling development, Training and coaching
Technologies
AML systems, Screening tools, Case management platforms, Transaction monitoring systems
Responsibilities
Conduct KYC, CDD, and EDD examinations for merchants and corporate clients; Analyze complex corporate and ownership structures; Perform sanctions, PEP, and adverse media checks; Identify and escalate suspicious activities; Analyze transaction flows and customer behavior for financial crime risks; Develop and document risk-based decisions; Support merchant onboarding and remediation; Collaborate with commercial teams on complex cases; Contribute to the development of AML controls and risk models; Support regulatory audits and internal reviews; Coach less experienced team members.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC