AML specialist (m/f/d)

ProCredit Bank Germany is a part of the ProCredit group of banks, which operate in eleven countries in South Eastern and Eastern Europe as the “Hausbank” for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and for private clients. In Germany, we target medium-sized companies that have business relationships with these markets. We work closely with the local ProCredit banks to facilitate the provision of longer-term loans for sustainable entrepreneurial investments in South-Eastern and Eastern Europe. As the correspondent bank for the group, we also manage group treasury, international payments and trade finance. With our work, we seek to make an active contribution to ecologically and socially sustainable economic development in the region.

In order to strengthen our capacities in AML & Compliance, ProCredit Bank Germany is seeking to hire a dedicated, responsible and qualified applicant for the following position that is based in Skopje:

AML specialist (m/w/d)

In this function, you have the opportunity to become a part of the Compliance Team of ProCredit Bank Germany. You will be screening and analyzing the customer profiles of the Bank as well as the transactions in close collaboration with different departments. You will play an active part in contributing the development of sound policies and procedures to prevent money laundering and potential terrorism financing in line with Group standards and local requirements.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Monitoring of transactions of customers on the subject of potential money laundering and terrorism financing based on risk-sensitive procedures and respective software solutions
• Identification of unusual or suspicious transactions subject to analysis and escalation, collection of additional necessary information from ProCredit sister banks as well as other correspondents
• Participation in risk assessments and evaluations
• Taking part in KYC (Know Your Customer), CDD (Customer Due Diligence) and EDD (Enhanced Due Diligence) procedures
• Contribution in ongoing review and update of IT-based AML monitoring system and parametrization
• Supporting the development and update of internal policies and procedures regulating the area of prevention of money laundering and terrorism financing
• Monitoring changes in high-risk jurisdictions and updating the respective procedures within the Bank
• Participation in various projects aimed at improvement of AML processes and procedures the Bank
• Preparation of respective AML and Compliance reports for the Compliance committee and Management

Your profile

• University degree or equivalent in a relevant field (e.g. Business Administration, Economics, Computer Science, etc.)
• Experience in banking area, ideally in AML, compliance, risk management or in a back-office position
• Knowledge of tools and principles of anti-money laundering and terrorism financing is an advantage
• Strong analytical and communicational skills
• Proficient in MS Office applications, especially Excel
• Very good knowledge of English; Knowledge of German is a plus

In addition, we look for the following qualities in all of our employees:

• You identify with the goals and ethical principles of the ProCredit group and are able to represent them.
• You are flexible and open to discussion.
• You enjoy working as part of a team and communicate clearly and openly.
• You work in an independent, goal-oriented and confident manner.
• You are willing to travel to Germany occasionally.

Additional requirements:

• The working place is located in Skopje, Macedonia, but periodical trainings maybe be conveyed in Frankfurt, Germany

What we offer

• Quick assumption of responsibilities in a sustainability-oriented bank
• An interesting and diverse working environment with very good development opportunities
• Training on the job and close contact to the international team in Frankfurt/Germany
• Dedicated, international teams with flat hierarchies and short channels of communication
• Open and clear communication

Have we sparked your interest? If so, we look forward to receiving your letter of application, including a detailed statement explaining your motivation for applying for the advertised position.

Please submit your documents (CV and motivation letter) via Fast Apply.

Deadline: 15.02.2025

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for an interview.