AML / Financial Crime Advisor (Italian)

David Kennedy Recruitment is working with a leading Outsourcing/BPO company that is looking to recruit an Italian-speaking AML / Financial Crime Advisor for their office in Athens, Greece .

Position: AML / Financial Crime Advisor

Location: Athens, Greece

Work model: On-site

Employment type: Full-time

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Analyze AML alerts according to defined priorities, regulatory requirements and client procedures

- Conduct the necessary due diligence and identify required supporting documentation

- Build clear and complete analysis files based on available information

- Perform enhanced reviews of AML/CFT and financial risks

- Analyze account statements and transaction activity

- Investigate atypical operations and potential suspicious transaction patterns

- Conduct clarification and homonym checks where required

- Assess alerts based on predefined analysis scenarios and procedures

- Make well-supported decisions and document the rationale accurately

- Ensure cases are processed within defined timeframes and quality standards

- Maintain accurate records and follow established compliance procedures

- Work independently while collaborating effectively with the wider team.

REQUIREMENTS

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Native or near-native Italian (C1+) and English at B2 level

- Previous experience in AML, KYC, financial crime, banking or financial services is advantageous

- Good general understanding of financial and banking systems

- Knowledge of KYC and AML/CFT principles and practices

- Ability to analyze account statements and transaction activity

- Understanding of atypical transactions and suspicious activity patterns

- Strong analytical and written communication skills

- Excellent attention to detail and ability to make objective, well-supported decisions

- Ability to interpret procedures and apply predefined investigation scenarios consistently

- Comfortable working with repetitive tasks in a fast-paced, target-driven environment

- Good computer and general PC skills

BENEFITS

- Private health and life insurance from Day 1, including dental and eye care

- Free access to the company gym

- Performance Bonus

- Daily net meal allowance for office and hybrid employees

- Fixed working hours for eligible parents with children up to 2 years old

- Training and ongoing development opportunities

- And many others!!!