
MLRO (Luxembourg)
Luxembourg · Compliance
We are looking for an experienced Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) to join our team in Luxembourg. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with Luxembourg’s anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, overseeing regulatory reporting, and acting as a key point of contact for local authorities. The position involves working with a diverse client base, ensuring compliance processes meet the highest regulatory standards.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the company's AML compliance framework aligns with Luxembourg regulations and international standards
- Oversee and manage local AML reporting, including SAR (Suspicious Activity Reports), STR (Suspicious Transaction Reports), and CTR (Currency Transaction Reports)
- Act as the primary liaison with local regulatory authorities such as CSSF and the FIU
- Lead customer due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) processes for a wide range of client profiles, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
- Monitor and analyze transactions to identify potential compliance risks, applying a risk-based approach to assessments
- Ensure the effective use of compliance and AML monitoring tools, testing their functionality and accuracy
- Coordinate internal and external audits related to AML compliance
- Adapt the company's AML framework to meet national and EU standards
- Maintain local compliance records, registers, and ensure quality assurance of compliance operations
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience in compliance, AML, or financial crime prevention, preferably within financial services, fintech, or crypto
- Strong understanding of Luxembourg’s AML laws and regulatory frameworks, including FATF, EU directives, and FinCEN guidelines
- Experience with fraud detection, risk assessments, and AML monitoring tools
- Proven track record in regulatory reporting and dealing with auditors
- Fluency in English is required; knowledge of French, German, or Luxembourgish is a plus
- A professional certification such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) is an advantage
Conditions
- This role is for candidates residing in Luxembourg or willing to relocate
- Self-development and training support.
- Effective management that listens actively and uses data-driven approach to guide decisions.
- Working among professionals in their field.
Important information for the applicants: We’ll reach out within 2 weeks should your profile be a match.
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