Swinto Sh.A, licensed by the Central Bank of the Republic of Kosovo (BQK) as a Non-Banking Financial Institution, is a FinTech company focused on the finance and technology industry. We offer digital financial services for payments, instant money transfers, payments, and other financial services through our innovative Swinto application.

Open Job Position: AML/CTF Compliance Officer

Job Type: Full Time

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and updating of Internal Policies and Procedures;
• Conduct periodic reviews and updates of these policies to ensure they remain current with evolving legal standards and best practices;
• Help ensure that AML/CTF policies and procedures are followed across the company;
• Monitor policy implementation and report any issues or non-compliance;
• Regular and Timely Reporting to regulatory bodies such as the CBK and NJIF;
• Provide regular updates to management about compliance activities and any potential issues;
• Help maintain internal reporting systems to track compliance status;
• Continuously analyze and assess the risk of money laundering and terrorist financing activities within the organization.
• Develop and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks.
• Client Risk Classification by systematically categorizing clients based on their risk levels, using a combination of automated tools and manual assessment.
• Enhancing Due Diligence by applying enhanced due diligence procedures for high-risk clients to prevent potential illicit activities.
• Monitor and review daily transactions to identify any unusual or potentially suspicious activities.
• Investigate and resolve alerts related to suspicious transactions.
• Screen new and existing clients to identify PEPs using updated databases and intelligence reports.
• Manage relationships with PEPs, ensuring enhanced monitoring and reporting as required by AML and CTF policies.
• Help organize and deliver training sessions on AML/CTF policies to staff.

Required Competencies

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Economics, Law, or related fields.
• Relevant coursework or certifications in financial regulations, corporate law, ethical business practices, risk management, or compliance would be beneficial.
• At least 1-3 years of professional experience in the field of AML and CTF in financial institutions, with a focus on compliance, risk assessment, or related areas.
• Participation in projects related to the implementation or revision of AML/CTF policies, auditing financial practices, or dealing with regulatory bodies would be beneficial.
• Proficiency in delivering clear and effective presentations to various stakeholders, including senior management.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and lead cross-functional teams when necessary.
• Ability to adapt to changing regulatory environments and quickly respond to emergent compliance issues.
• Competence in analyzing complex data sets to identify patterns that might indicate risks of money laundering or terrorist financing.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, to effectively communicate in an international business context.

We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Professional team and dynamic work environment
• An excellent opportunity to be part of an innovative company expanding in the Kosovo market and beyond.

How to apply

Send your CV to [email protected] no later than August 31, 2024. Please refer to the e-mail subject the title of the position you are applying for, e.g. AML Officer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.