Head of AMLCO & Compliance

This is a unique leadership role. You will act as the designated Head of AMLCO & Compliance for a CySEC-regulated investment firm (CIF), while simultaneously collaborating with FINOM’s operations. You will be ensuring regulatory adherence, bridging operations between the CIF and FINOM FinCrime Risk Management Team via a KYC reliance model, and driving a business-enabling compliance culture.

Responsibilities

• Act as the approved Compliance Officer and AMLCO for CIF, representing the firm before CySEC

• Define reporting requirements and prepare, review, and submit mandatory regulatory reports to CySEC (e.g., Annual Compliance Report, Annual AML Report)

• Review and approve marketing materials, publications, and client communications to ensure compliance with MiFID II

• Oversee handling of client complaints and manage escalations to the Financial Ombudsman

• Act as the MLRO in Cyprus

• Own and maintain Cyprus-specific CDD and Transaction Monitoring (TM) policies and procedures

• Review escalations of complex, high-risk cases from the 1st Line of Defense (1LOD)

• Participate in risk assessment cycles and product risk approvals

• Provide Cyprus-specific financial crime insights and translate them into improvements for FINOM’s TM and CDD risk engine

• Lead ad hoc departmental projects (e.g., vendor initiatives, CDD geo-expansion)

• Perform additional duties to support operational efficiency, as needed or assigned by management

• Oversee and control the KYC reliance arrangement between Aksys and FINOM (per Article 31 of Cyprus AML Law)

• Collaborate with Control Testing & Quality Assurance teams to ensure FINOM’s 1LOD processes meet CySEC standards for Aksys clients

• Provide practical guidance, manuals, and procedures for 1LOD, 2LOD escalations, and Risk Management teams

• Design and deliver mandatory internal AML and Compliance training programs for staff

Who you are

• Must be a resident of Cyprus and currently living in Cyprus

• Holder of the CySEC Advanced Certificate and CySEC AML Certificate

• 3–5 years of proven experience in a 2nd Line of Defense (Compliance/AML) role within a CySEC-regulated Cyprus Investment Firm (CIF)

• Strong knowledge of Cyprus AML legislation, CySEC directives, and the EU MiFID II framework

• Detail-oriented, highly motivated self-starter with strong analytical and critical thinking skills

• Start-up mindset: proactive, results-driven, and able to work independently with minimal supervision

• Business-enabling mindset, avoiding a restrictive “Compliance says No” approach

• Ability to empower the business while maintaining regulatory integrity

• Critical thinker who challenges the status quo and develops innovative, practical solutions

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex compliance concepts clearly and concisely

• Comfortable engaging with stakeholders across different seniority levels

• Able to present ideas in a simple, practical manner to non-compliance professionals

Languages

English AND Greek – full working proficiency

What do we offer?

We offer a collaborative and flexible work environment, open and transparent communication, a chance to contribute and implement your own ideas and solutions, possibility to work remotely, competitive salaries, and an opportunity to become a part of a unique success story of a challenger bank.

Recruiter Interview

30 mins 1st interview - 60 mins case study & test Final interview - 60 mins

What You Will Get In Return

• Make a genuine impact on the product

• Join our upward trajectory, and grow with us. We provide the resources and opportunities for continuous personal and professional development, empowering you to make a genuine impact on our evolving product.

• Work in the EU

• Embark on this exciting journey with us and enjoy the flexibility of traveling and working remotely or in a hybrid model across Europe.

• Become a stock options holder

• Unlock your inner entrepreneur and align your aspirations with ours through our Stock Options Program. This exciting opportunity is available to every team member, from junior team members to our founders.

• Receive unwavering support and care

• Finom stands by you at every step, embodying our commitment to your well-being and success reflected in our modern, friendly, and eco-conscious corporate culture. We offer constant support and care to ensure your Finom experience is successful and fulfilling.

• Work & Swim program

• Immerse yourself in our exclusive Work & Swim Program. Spend one month in a comfortable corporate apartment in enchanting Cyprus. It's the ideal opportunity to strike the perfect work-life balance while enjoying breathtaking Mediterranean views.