AML Analyst III
As part of SumUp’s Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), the AML Analyst III will play a key role in ensuring that our Anti-Money Laundering (AML) practices are aligned with local and international regulations. This position is critical for maintaining and improving our AML operations, supporting key processes across KYC, KYE, and KYS/KYP, and collaborating with different teams to enhance AML efforts.
What you’ll do:
Leadership & Strategy:
Mentor and Lead a team of three people;
Development and continuous updating of AML policies and procedures, ensuring full compliance
Lead AML reviews for new products, features, and technologies.
Operational Involvement:
Be the primary point of contact for all KYC regulatory requirements (e.g., PEP approvals, EDD critical case approvals).
Coordinate KPIs for the KYE and KYS/KYP processes.
Ensure the quality of the Transaction Monitoring (TM) and KYC processes by coordinating the QA processes.
Collaboration & Compliance:
Work with Legal, Risk, and Operations teams to ensure AML controls are integrated into business workflows.
Act as a key contact during regulatory audits and examinations, ensuring successful outcomes.
Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to foster trust and alignment on compliance priorities.
Automation & Process Improvement:
Identify opportunities for automating KYE and KYS/KYP processes and optimize existing workflows.
Review and update AML frameworks to improve operational efficiency and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements.
You’ll be great for this role if you have:
Proven experience in AML, including hands-on involvement in transaction monitoring and reporting.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to assess risk and identify suspicious activities.
Knowledge of local and international AML regulations, with experience in designing and implementing frameworks.
Excellent communication skills, particularly in English, both verbal and written.
Leadership skills with the ability to mentor and inspire junior analysts.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
Why you should join SumUp:
Global Team: Be part of a diverse, international company with over 3,000 employees from more than 90 nationalities.
Impact: Play a crucial role in shaping AML practices that align with global regulatory standards.
Growth Opportunities: Contribute to SumUp’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its AML operations, while developing your own skills and career.
Inclusive Culture: Join a company that values diversity, collaboration, and a sense of belonging.
About SumUp:
We believe in the everyday hero.
Small business owners are at the heart of everything we do. Our tools empower them to focus on what they love while we take care of the rest. At SumUp, our diverse teams across Europe, South America, and the United States work together with a founder’s mentality to deliver solutions that make a difference.
SumUp is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and we proudly embrace diversity in our workforce.
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