Financial Crime Officer

Job description

Financial Crime Compliance Officer 
Worldline Financial Services (Europe) SA (WFS EU SA) is a leading financial technology company dedicated to delivering innovative payment and transaction processing solutions across Europe.
As a part of the global Worldline group, we are committed to driving the digital payments revolution while upholding the highest standards of compliance and security in our operations, as well as actively combating financial crime.
 WFS EU, classified as a hybrid payment services provider under the Payment Services Directive (PSD 2), is headquartered in Luxembourg. We hold a license to provide payment services throughout the European Union and operate under the supervision of the Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF).
 Financial Crime Officer
We are actively seeking a motivated Financial Crime Officer to join our team. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a keen interest in compliance, possess strong analytical skills, and have an eagerness to learn about national and international laws and best practices related to anti-money laundering (AML).
Responsibilities
·         Lead and conduct comprehensive risk assessments, including developing methodology and frameworks to identify financial crime risks
·          Monitor, analyze, and implement changes in relevant laws, guidelines, and regulations related to anti-money laundering, countering terrorism financing, and sanctions to ensure organizational compliance
·         Provide expert advice and analysis to business units on financial crime matters, including policy interpretation and compliance requirements.
·        Independently investigate suspicious activity, make determinations on suspicious transaction reports, and manage escalated cases requiring complex analysis.
·        Develop and implement financial crime compliance strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure adherence to anti-money laundering and sanctions laws.
·         Represent the organization during regulatory examinations and audits, managing responses and remediation plans to address any findings related to financial crime risks.
·         Collaborate with auditors and regulators to minimize money-laundering risks to the business. 
Requirements
·       Master Degree or equivalent in Legal, Compliance, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.  
·       Minimum of 3 years’ experience within an anti-money laundering role in banking and/or payment sector
·       An AML and/or Sanctions certification is a MUST 
·      Demonstrated knowledge of anti-money laundering laws, regulations, and best practices 
•    Excellent analytical skills with eye for detail
•    Excellent communication and presentation skills.
•    Fluent in English and French 
•    good computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
•    Highly organized and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines
·       Demonstrated ability to report and present findings 
Offer
·         An interesting and diverse function in a dynamic sector.
·         Strong career opportunities in a fast growing international company.
·         Various training and development programs, including AML certifications.
·         A competitive salary package including various benefits.
Reporting line
The Financial Crime Officer will report to the Chief Compliance Officer located within WFS EU SA.

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About Worldline

Worldline [Euronext: WLN] is the European leader in the payment and transactional services industry. With innovation at the core of its DNA, Worldline’s core offerings include pan-European and domestic Commercial Acquiring for physical or online businesses, secured payment transaction processing for banks and financial institutions, as well as transactional services in e-Ticketing and for local and central public agencies. Thanks to a presence in 30+ countries, Worldline is the payment partner of choice for merchants, banks, public transport operators, government agencies and industrial companies, delivering cutting-edge digital services. Worldline’s activities are organized around three axes: Merchant Services, Financial Services including equensWorldline and Mobility & e-Transactional Services. Worldline employs circa 11,000 people worldwide, with estimated pro forma revenue of circa 2.3 billion euros on a yearly basis. worldline.com