Anti-Money Laundering Operations

About This Role

This role is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the Anti-Money Laundering (AML) operational framework within the Netherlands. It involves leading the implementation of Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), Transaction Monitoring (TM), and Screening processes, as well as driving data governance and operational efficiency improvements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the execution and optimization of the AML operational framework in the Netherlands
• Lead the standardization and efficient implementation of Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), Transaction Monitoring (TM), and Screening processes to ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency
• Drive AML-related data governance initiatives, establish and maintain high-quality data standards to enhance data accuracy, completeness, and traceability, supporting risk identification and regulatory reporting
• Lead operational efficiency improvement projects through process re-engineering, adoption of automation tools, and cross-functional collaboration to continuously optimize AML workflows, reduce operational risk, and accelerate response times
• Establish and maintain AML operational quality control mechanisms, including periodic audits, KPI monitoring, and issue closure management, to ensure consistent achievement of quality benchmarks
• Closely monitor regulatory developments at the EU, proactively assess their operational impact, and lead internal process adjustments and staff training to ensure ongoing compliance
• Collaborate closely with Compliance, Risk, Technology, Legal, and Business teams to foster cross-functional alignment and ensure AML operations are consistent with Group strategy and risk appetite

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance, Law, Economics, Accounting, Risk Management, or related disciplines
• Minimum 5 years of experience in AML/Compliance Operations, including at least 3 years in a management or team lead role
• Proven experience leading EDD, TM, or Screening workflows within international financial institutions or FinTech/PayTech firms
• In-depth understanding of EU AML regulatory frameworks (e.g., AMLD5/AMLD6, DNB requirements), with proven ability to implement localized compliance solutions
• Demonstrated capability in process optimization, data governance, KPI management, and cross-functional collaboration
• Experience leading operational efficiency initiatives and implementing automation tools
• Fluent in written and spoken English (working language)
• Excellent communication, cross-cultural collaboration, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to articulate risk and operational insights clearly to senior management
• Familiarity with leading AML systems (e.g., Actimize, SAS, Quantexa, Socure) and data tools (e.g., SQL, advanced Excel, Power BI/Tableau)