Freelance Compliance Officer/MLRO (6-Month Contract)
Location:
Munich, Bavaria, Germany (Remote/Hybrid Considered)
About the Company:
A leading international payments provider is seeking an experienced Freelance Compliance Officer/MLRO to join their expert team. This is a unique opportunity to work with a company at the forefront of the payments and financial services industry, supporting regulatory compliance and risk management across European markets.
The Role:
We are looking for a compliance professional with a strong background in governance, AML/CTF, and strategic oversight. This freelance position is an initial 6-month engagement with the potential to extend.
Key Responsibilities:
* Ensure regulatory compliance and manage outsourced compliance and risk activities.
* Serve as a key contact for BaFin, Bundesbank, and other regulatory bodies.
* Provide expert advice on German and EU regulatory frameworks.
* Develop and deliver compliance and AML training to employees across multiple locations.
* Maintain integrity risk analysis and other critical risk registers.
* Oversee AML/CTF programs while acting as the designated Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO).
* Implement and maintain policies related to Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption (ABAC), whistleblowing, and data protection.
* Supervise customer due diligence processes and second-line KYC monitoring.
* Conduct AML transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and reporting.
* Update and maintain the compliance calendar and policy repository.
Requirements:
* Minimum 4 years of experience in financial compliance.
* Bachelor’s degree in law, compliance, or a related field, plus relevant AML certifications.
* Proven expertise in EU and German regulatory frameworks, including BaFin regulations.
* Fluency in English and German is essential.
* Experience within the payments or financial services industry.
* Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
* Ability to work independently while collaborating with international teams.
What We Offer:
* Flexible freelance engagement with competitive compensation.
* Opportunity to work with a leading global payment service provider.
* Exposure to high-level governance and regulatory operations.
Please contact Calum PCN for more information.