Financial Crime Operations Analyst

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.​

Being part of EY in Greece means being part of a continuously growing team, which has been announced as Top Employer for the fourth consecutive year, certified as a Great Place to Work for the third year in a row, and awarded as Best Workplace in Professional Services & Consulting for the second consecutive time, for our almost 3,000 professionals!

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences through coaching and training programs as well as the use of advanced technology and AI. We’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.

Join us as we commemorate 100 years of EY in Greece this year. Experience great flexibility under our hybrid operating model across our offices in Athens, Patras, Thessaloniki and Crete and contribute to building a better working world.

The opportunity

We are currently seeking highly motivated people to join our Financial Services Risk Management practice of EY Greece Consulting Services, which is the local market leader in Risk Consulting.  You will be part of a team of highly skilled professionals participating in projects related to Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Know-Your-Customer (KYC), fraud and other financial crime topics, for major financial institutions in Greece and abroad. Our clients, major participants in the local and international market, operate in a fast-paced environment, characterized by continued disruption and transformation. Your future teammates, being talented, supportive, value-driven, diverse and high-performing professionals, help clients navigate complexity, assess business opportunities, protect value, drive sustainable growth and instill trust across their internal and external stakeholders.

Your key responsibilities

For this role, you are required to:

• Have an understanding of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and/or Know-your-Customer (KYC) frameworks, processes, policies and related information requirements
• Comprehend AML and/or KYC related regulatory requirements and keep up to date with latest developments in the area
• Work closely with clients to perform operations related to AML and/or KYC, indicatively covering:

• • AML alert investigations
  • KYC onboarding/update
  • Reporting
  • Escalation for missing/incomplete information

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor's and master’s degree in areas such as economics, international studies, law, business/public administration and finance.
• Strong written and verbal communication in Greek and English
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively within a team
• Project management skills
• Willingness to learn and continuously expand technical and business skills
• Travelling availability and potential work on projects abroad

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Master’s degree in areas such as economics, international studies, law, business/public administration and finance.
• Experience (limited or extensive) around the area of AML investigations and/or KYC operations, in the financial services/banking sector, or other sectors
• Financial crime related certifications (e.g. from ACAMS, ICA, GCI) will be considered an asset

What we look for

Your passion for excellence, your enthusiasm and motivation for personal and professional growth characterize you. You thrive when you connect, learn, innovate and tackle complex challenges as part of a like-minded high performing team. You have a strong desire to make a positive difference in the world not only through your work but also through your other activities.

You demonstrate integrity, respect, teaming and inclusiveness

You are a person with energy, enthusiasm and the courage to lead

You build relationships based on doing the right thing

If you share these values and you are ready to make a real impact, this role is for you!

What we offer you  

Ability to Shape your Future with Confidence by:

• Developing your professional growth:
• You'll have unlimited access to educational platforms, EY Badges and EY Degrees, alongside support for certifications. You will experience personalized coaching and feedback, and gain exposure to international projects, through our expansive global network, empowering you to define and achieve your own success.
• Dive into our innovative GenAI ecosystem, designed to enhance your EY journey and support your career growth. These advanced AI tools will empower you to focus on higher-value work and meaningful interactions, enriching your professional experience like never before.

• Empowering your personal fulfilment: We focus on your financial, social, mental and physical wellbeing.
• Our competitive rewards package, depending on your experience, includes cutting-edge technological equipment, ticket restaurant vouchers, a private health and life insurance scheme, income protection and an exclusive EY benefits club card that provides a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.
• Our flexible working arrangement (hybrid model) is defined based on your own preferences and team’s needs, and we enjoy various getaways such as short Fridays, Flex Day and Together Day. 
• Our commitment to a sustainable way of operating, encourages volunteerism, promotes sustainable practices and offers opportunities for you to create a positive societal impact.
• Our pride lies in working at EY as one of the most recognized employers in Greece through our multiple awards received over the last 4 years (Top Employer, Great Place to Work and Best Workplace in Professional Services & Consulting).

• Fueling an inclusive culture: We prioritize a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment, where you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.

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