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We are currently looking for an AFC Associate - SAR Delegate to join the Italian MLRO Team. In this role, you will provide critical support in the execution of key operational financial crime related tasks for the Italian Branch, working under the guidance of the Italian MLRO and the AFC Senior Associate(s). The AFC Associate will be assisting the MLRO Italy and the wider team in all their AFC control activities and will be based in Madrid. In particular, the AFC Associate will primarily support the SAR review process, assist in various AFC control activities, and help in the coordination between the branch Compliance/AFC function and (i) the Global AFC function and (ii) the other functions working for the Italian market at the Global level, including AFC Ops, KYC Ops, Complaints Management and Prevention, Regulatory Reporting.
Job Responsibility:
Initial Review and Validation Support of the SARs (segnalazioni di operazioni sospette), ensuring accuracy and completeness of the documentation before submission
Assist in the preparation of communications and documentation related to the FIU and other investigative bodies concerning AFC topics
Provide support in advisory and guidance to AFC Ops & KYC Ops Italy teams on standard processes and procedures
Assist in the coordination efforts with other operational functions working for the Italian market
Participate in the review of controls methodology, controls results, and action plans
conduct specific local controls as directed
Support the Italian MLRO in various tasks, including the preparation of standard communications and the compilation of data for the annual self-assessment
Participate in Global and local specific projects for the Italian branch, focusing on data gathering and execution tasks
Assist in drafting and reviewing Policies & Procedures concerning AML / TF, primarily focusing on formatting and cross-referencing
Support the preparation and delivery of the training plan material and assist in continuously checking the adequacy of the material used
Requirements:
A university degree in economics, law, business, or other relevant areas
At least 1 to 3 years of professional experience gained in an anti-financial crime or compliance or risk management role
Foundational knowledge of European and Italian regulations on Financial Crime (AML/CTF, fraud, tax evasion)
Fluency in Italian and English, both spoken and written, are mandatory
Good communication skills, with an aptitude for relating clearly to internal teams
Hardworking, team worker and highly attentive to detail (crucial for document review)
Strong analytical skills and willingness to learn quickly
Basic knowledge of the Italian regulatory environment and relevant processes regarding topics such as KYC, financial crime risk assessment, and transaction monitoring
You are detail oriented, diligent and reliable
You are a great team player with a proactive learning attitude
You have a hands-on mentality and take on ownership of assigned tasks
Nice to have:
Exposure to or basic understanding of the SARs filing process (segnalazione di operazioni sospette) with the Italian FIU is a plus
A professional Financial Crime qualification (e.g., ICA, ACAMS) is welcome but not mandatory
What we offer:
Accelerate your career growth by joining one of Europe’s most talked about disruptors
Employee benefits that range from a competitive personal development budget, work from home budget, discounts to fitness & wellness memberships, language apps and public transportation
As an N26 employee you will have access to a Premium subscription on your personal N26 bank account
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A high degree of autonomy and access to cutting edge technologies - all while working with a friendly team of peers of diverse nationalities, life experiences and family statuses
A relocation package with visa support for those who need it