Where You Will Work
At Grant Thornton we go beyond business as usual, so you can too. A team of over 140 professionals together collaborate with more than 76,000 colleagues in more than 156 markets globally.
GT will embrace your uniqueness and what you bring to the table. We seek individuals who bring their own flair, passion, and diverse experiences to the forefront. Each individual adds a layer of richness and depth to our collective tapestry.
We want you not only to bring your skills and expertise, but also your essence, your passions, and your authentic self. At Grant Thornton, we know that when you bring your own self, you bring magic to the workplace.
What We Need From You
We are seeking a Financial Crime and Regulatory Compliance specialist to join our team with a primary focus on AML and CFT due diligence matters. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive customer due diligence measures, supporting AML/CFT audits and investigations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams on technical financial crime queries. You will assist in implementing customer onboarding systems, maintain compliance frameworks including policies and procedures, and support regulatory reporting requirements. The role also encompasses broader regulatory compliance responsibilities including GDPR, whistleblowing protocols, managing audits/ investigations by Regulatory bodies, and handling assessments while remaining informed with evolving regulatory laws and obligations.
Your day-to-day tasks would include:
- Taking ultimate responsibility for all firm-wide KYC and compliance obligations, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations and internal governance standards.
- Conducting customer due diligence (KYC/KYB), risk assessments, and support onboarding and risk management tool implementation.
- Collaborating with internal teams on technical financial crime queries and regulatory guidance.
- Leading and supporting AML/CFT initiatives including investigations, audits, gap analyses, remediation, and advisory services.
- Developing and updating compliance policies, procedures, manuals, and monitoring programmes.
- Preparing and submitting periodic regulatory reports; manage relationships with regulators and the wider Grant Thornton network.
- Assisting in the design and delivery of compliance training programmes.
- Handling data protection impact assessments and data classification exercises.
- Staying current with local and international AML/CFT regulations and industry developments.
About You
The successful candidate must have:
- MQF level 6 or above in financial services, criminology, compliance, risk management, or a related field.
- Prior work experience in a similar role of 5 years, 2 of which leading/mentoring teams.
- Solid understanding of AML/CFT regulations (local and international), GDPR, and risk management frameworks.
- Practical experience in AML/CFT risk assessments, policy development, investigations, and remediation.
- Strong interpersonal and project management skills.
- Excellent analytical abilities and attention to detail.
- Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.
Skills to set you apart:
- Professional certifications such as ACAMS, ICA, or ICBF are considered an asset.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications.
- A resilient, goal-oriented mindset with a proactive and adaptable approach.
- Eagerness to learn and contribute within a collaborative team environment.
What We Can Give You
Apart from working on the various practice areas on offer at GT, we will support you in exploring and developing new topics and areas of practice within the Firm which you have an interest and passion for. To this end, we will ensure you have:
- Competitive salary and benefits;
- Health Insurance;
- A dynamic, diverse, inclusive and young environment;
- A supportive and experienced team;
- Continuous personal and professional growth;
- An open door policy;
- Flexibility;
- Family friendly measures;
- Induction meetings and buddy system;
- Firmwide social activities;
- Attendance to educational events which may arise from time to time.
Be part of our journey at GT and apply now!
