Compliance Analyst - Dutch Branch

Monex Europe is part of the Monex Group, an international financial services group with over 2,800 employees worldwide. With offices in the UK, Spain, the Netherlands, Canada and Singapore, we provide foreign exchange and payment solutions to businesses and institutions across the globe.

We are growing across Europe and looking for people who want to make an impact in a dynamic, international environment. At Monex, you will work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative culture that values integrity, accountability and a strong focus on our clients, with real opportunities to learn and develop your career.

The Monex group of companies employs over 2,800 employees globally and provides banking and brokerage services to around 66,000 clients worldwide.

About the Role

As Compliance Analyst in our Amsterdam office, reporting to the Senior Compliance Officer Dutch Branches within the Compliance department, you will play a key role in protecting the firm from financial crime and regulatory risk within our Dutch Branch. You will make sure that transaction and client monitoring is completed effectively and on time, identify potential risks and escalate them in line with our internal policies.

Our Amsterdam office serves clients and counterparties in the Dutch market and works closely with our teams in Madrid and London. Fluent Dutch and English are therefore essential: you will review client documentation, communicate with local clients, counterparties and colleagues, and work with information in both languages on a daily basis.

Key Responsibilities:

Client & transaction monitoring

• Clear alerts in the relevant monitoring systems (real-time, ex-post and existing client name-matching)
• Carry out ongoing reviews of existing clients and periodic KYC reviews
• Identify potential risks and follow the escalation process set out in our AML/CFT policies

AML/CFT framework & policies

• Support the Senior Compliance Officer Dutch Branches and the Head of Compliance in all areas related to AML/CFT obligations: customer due diligence, internal organisation and cooperation with authorities
• Assist in the publication and update of policies and procedures on Anti-Money Laundering, Counter Terrorist Financing and international financial sanctions
• Contribute to the assessment and management of the Branch's compliance risk

Compliance monitoring & regulatory support

• Assist in the execution of the Compliance Monitoring Programme
• Respond to information requests from internal and external auditors
• Support the Compliance Onboarding team during peak activity periods
• Assist on other regulatory topics when needed, such as client complaints, conflicts of interest, regulatory watch, MiFID and KYC for banks and counterparties

Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience in Compliance, AML/KYC or internal/external audit within the financial services industry
• Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Law or a related field
• Knowledge of AML/CFT regulation and sanctions frameworks
• Experience with AML/CFT monitoring software and CRM systems; strong MS Office skills
• Strong attention to detail, organisation and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Integrity, discretion and the ability to build respectful relationships across the business
• Fluent Dutch and English (written and spoken)
• Any additional European language is welcome