MLRO - Fluent French - Paris / Remote

Posted 21 January 2021
Salary €500 - €600 per day
LocationWhiteparish
Job type Contract
Reference111872_1611253213
Contact NameMary Fahy

Job description

A leading, global FinTech is seeking to appoint an MLRO fluent in French and English to support their Paris based business. This is a 6 month contract where you will play an integral part in an international, fast growing Compliance function. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic, industry disruptive FinTech with exciting and ambitious growth plans.

Duties will include:

- Ensure internal and external controls are being adhered to and regularly monitored

- Assess and refine internal control systems for Compliance and Anti Money Laundering

- Ensure timely and accurate SAR reporting and liaise with appropriate external counterparties

- Liaise directly with local financial services authorities, police and other law enforcement agencies regarding AML / CTF activities

- Act as SME and educator for all French colleagues regarding any AML / CTF activities ensuring all necessary training is taking place.

- Assess and recommend improvements, where necessary for internal AML / CTF controls and procedures

- Working with the wider Compliance team to proactively seek new ways to mitigate compliance risks

Essential experience includes:

- Experience working as a senior Financial Crime Compliance Consultant, Deputy MLRO or MLRO within a financial services or FinTech (highly desirable)

- Legal qualifications or relevant compliance certification

- Significant experience and detailed understanding of AML / CTF / ABC / Fraud

- Knowledge of Open Banking & PSDII highly desirable

- Experience assessing and improving policies and procedures