Senior AML regulatory compliance consultant

AML regulatory compliance and financial crime risks related to money laundering and terrorist financing, bribery, sanctions compliance, and fraud as well as risk management of such risks are a high focus for regulated businesses and external scrutiny as regulation and practice continues to evolve. Currently, we are looking for an experienced Senior AML Specialist with experience in Latvian / international regulatory compliance, including AML and anti-financial crime regulations. Join us and you'll work in a growing team on challenging projects and accelerate your career within an international and supportive environment.

• Work with business stakeholders, internal and external auditors, lawyers, fraud investigators, and regulatory authorities on projects related to regulatory compliance, including AML/CFT, risk management, internal control systems (assessments, improvements, developments), as well as fraud investigations.
• Handle a large amount of structured and unstructured information from a variety of sources.
• Perform an analysis of information in order to identify potential fraud risks or non-compliance with laws and regulations.
• Organize work in a team, delegate tasks and review the tasks completed by junior members of the team.
• Together with more senior team members look for new opportunities to create value for our new and prospective clients.

• University graduate in Law, Finance, Business, or related area with at least 2 years of experience in AML in financial sector, regulatory compliance or anti-financial crime area.
• Experience in consultancy would be a major advantage.
• Curiosity and excellent knowledge of Latvian as well as international AML regulatory compliance and anti-financial crime regulations.
• Supervise the work of the junior members within a team.
• Broad-spectrum knowledge of the financial sector, its services, and products. Keeping up with Latvian & international business news.
• Excellent analytical skills, conceptual thinking, and pragmatic approach.
• High sense of responsibility.
• Ability to act quickly and adapt to unforeseen circumstances or new developments.
• Excellent spoken and written Latvian, English, and Russian as we work with international clients.

Nice to have

• Strong career commitment and aspiration for professional and career development in AML regulatory compliance and financial crime consulting services.
• Strong academic record. Further qualifications in AML regulatory compliance or anti-financial crime area are desirable (e.g. CAMS, CFE, ICA certificate).

• Continuous learning & fast growth. Wide range of on- and off-the-job learning opportunities, and certification tailored to your individual career path. This includes EY Tech MBA, EY Masters in Sustainability and Business Analytics, etc.
• International experience. Working in an international environment with projects, events & initiatives, as well as a bright and energetic team.
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits. Regular salary review, additional bonuses, paid days off for your studies & development, volunteering activities, and tenure-based leave. Additional health insurance that covers various medical services, and travel insurance.
• Flexibility & wellbeing. We’ll provide the tools, support, and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, in your own way – a hybrid work model, flexible working hours, and part-time options.
• Transformative leadership. We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.