AML Specialist EMI

Our client is a fast-growing Electronic Money Institution (EMI) headquartered in Vilnius, has German roots, and has been serving international clients with payments and financial services since 2020. They operate in a higher-risk (no crypto), high-impact environment having compliance as a cornerstone of their operations.

We are looking for an AML Specialist to support our growing Compliance and AML function.

Key responsibilities:

• Investigate and analyze unusual or suspicious transactions in line with AML/CFT regulations
• Support the MLRO in preparing and submitting internal and external AML and Compliance reports
• Assist in implementing and completing remediation actions following Bank of Lithuania action plans
• Perform client onboarding tasks including KYC, enhanced due diligence, screening and ongoing monitoring
• Support the implementation and oversight of AML/CTF, Sanctions and Fraud policies, procedures and controls
• Assist in coordinating internal and external audits related to AML/CTF, Sanctions and Fraud
• Support the preparation and delivery of AML/Compliance training for employees
  Assist in transaction monitoring rules, scenarios testing and optimization

About You

• Experience in AML, Compliance or Financial Crime within FinTech, banking or payments (ideally 3 - 5 years)
• Understanding of AML/CFT regulations and transaction monitoring processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and ability to work with sensitive data
• Proactive mindset and willingness to learn
• Native in Lithuanian and fluent in English

Why join

• Hybrid work model
• Opportunity to grow within the MLRO/ Compliance function
• Competitive salary, flexible for the right experience
• Opportunity to shape the compliance culture of a growing, ambitious EMI