AML Specialist

5 days ago


Cape Town, South Africa Performability Recruitment Full time

About the Role:

As an AML Operations Specialist, you will play a critical role in safeguarding our client's reputation by ensuring compliance with stringent anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorism financing (CTF), and counter-proliferation financing (CPF) regulations. You will be responsible for conducting thorough due diligence on clients, monitoring transactions, and identifying potential risks.

Minimum skills and knowledge required

  • Legal or commercial degree required.
  • AML compliance certificate / ACAMS preferred
  • 1 to 2 years experience in performing enhanced customer due diligence and report preparation
  • 2 3 years customer onboarding and ongoing due diligence experience
  • In-depth knowledge of the AML legal framework in South Africa (FIC Act and related PCCs, guidance notes, and directives), including ultimate beneficial ownership assessments in accordance with PCC59.
  • A good understanding of FATF recommendations and international AML standards.
  • A good understanding of Guernsey AML requirements is preferable

Key Responsibilities:

  • Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD): Conduct comprehensive EDD on high-risk clients, including legal entity onboarding and understanding beneficial ownership structures.
  • Customer Due Diligence (CDD): Perform CDD on clients and linked parties, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
  • Transaction Monitoring: Analyze transactions to identify suspicious activity and potential money laundering or terrorist financing risks.
  • Sanctions Screening: Conduct regular sanctions, PEP, and adverse media screening to mitigate reputational and operational risks.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Stay up-to-date with evolving AML/CTF/CPF regulations and ensure adherence to internal policies and procedures.
  • Risk Assessment: Assess and mitigate AML/CTF/CPF risks associated with clients and transactions.
  • Reporting and Documentation: Prepare accurate and timely reports, maintain detailed records, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.



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