AML Operations Officer

HFM

AML Operations Officer reviewing transaction alerts and ensuring compliance with AML policies at HFM. Involves investigation, administrative tasks, and liaising with internal departments.

Posted 4/27/2026full-timeLarnaca • 🇨🇾 CyprusJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review and investigate transaction monitoring alerts generated by systems.
Conduct ongoing monitoring in accordance with AML policies, rules, and risk-based methodologies.
Analyse transactional behaviour and identify unusual or suspicious patterns in terms of AML.
Perform AML administrative tasks, including liaising with the Back Office Department for due diligence requests.
Complete PSP (Payment Service Provider) and banking questionnaires in accordance with AML policies and procedures.
Investigate potential money laundering, fraud, or terrorist financing activities and coordinate fraud investigations with relevant internal departments.
Escalate potentially suspicious activities to the AML Operations Team Leader in a timely manner.
Ensure prompt escalation of high-risk or time-sensitive matters.
Assist in drafting Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) / Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) under senior guidance.
Review and update internal operational guidelines between AML and Back Office.
Support the implementation of changes to AML monitoring rules, systems, and procedures.
Ensure adherence to internal AML policies and regulatory requirements.
Provide guidance to employees on AML matters.
Review AML training materials to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and effective communication.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BSc Degree in Finance, Law, Business, or a related field.
2+ years’ experience in a similar role.
Analytical thinking and investigative skills.
High attention to detail.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience with transaction monitoring and client screening systems.
Industry related experience will be considered as an advantage.
Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid Work Model (2 days working from home)
Monthly Wolt Vouchers
Comprehensive Health & Life Insurance
Provident Fund (Upon completion of the trial period)
Summer Short Fridays (August)
Additional Paid Annual Leave (up to 30 days, based on years of service)
Birthday Leave
Training & Education Allowance
Udemy Business access
Gym Membership
Referral Bonus Program
Additional Support
Visa Sponsorship and Relocation Assistance

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Hard Skills & Tools

transaction monitoringAML policiesrisk-based methodologiesanalytical skillsinvestigative skillsdrafting Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs)drafting Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs)due diligenceclient screening systems

Soft Skills

analytical thinkinghigh attention to detailstrong communication skillsinterpersonal skillsability to work in a fast-paced environment

Certifications

BSc Degree in FinanceBSc Degree in LawBSc Degree in Business