AML Officer

We are looking for an AML Officer (AMLO) to support an operational AML/CFT obliged entity in the field of virtual-asset services in Slovakia. The primary mandate is regulatory communications, AML/CFT reporting, and interaction with the Slovak Financial Intelligence Unit of the Presidium of the Police Force. In the next phase, the role will also involve coordination with the National Bank of Slovakia (Národná banka Slovenska; NBS) in the context of MiCA/CASP authorisation. The role is designed for a specialist who can manage AML/CFT reporting processes, handle regulator queries end-to-end, maintain proper internal AML documentation, and ensure ongoing alignment with Slovak AML/CFT legislation and applicable EU regulatory requirements.

This position is ideal for a specialist with strong analytical thinking, precision, and experience in financial institutions, fintech, PSP, crypto, or high–risk industries.

Please note the company will not be operational for 6-8 months until the company receives the MiCA license. Still we need a person who will start preparing our business to become a licensed company. 

Key Responsibilities

1. FIU Reporting and Regulatory Communication

• Prepare and submit STR/SAR and other AML/CFT reports to the Slovak Financial Intelligence Unit.
• Act as the main contact point for FIU enquiries, clarifications, and follow-ups.
• Maintain records of reports, confirmations, regulator correspondence, and internal AML decisions.
• Monitor FIU updates and reflect relevant changes in internal procedures.

1. AML/CTF Monitoring & Investigations

• Perform transaction monitoring and identify unusual or suspicious activity.
• Conduct KYC/KYB, UBO verification, sanctions screening, and PEP screening.
• Assess customer risk profiles and apply EDD where required.
• Review alerts, collect evidence, and prepare internal investigation notes.

1. Compliance & Regulatory Reporting

• Perform day-to-day duties of the AML/CFT responsible person under Slovak AML legislation.
• Ensure proper application of CDD/EDD measures, record-keeping, escalation, and reporting.
• Prepare periodic AML/CFT updates for management.
• Support compliance with Slovak AML/CFT rules, EU AML requirements, FATF standards, and MiCA/CASP obligations.
• Coordinate with the National Bank of Slovakia (NBS) on MiCA/CASP authorisation matters, where applicable.

1. Internal Controls & Policies

• Update AML/CFT policies, procedures, and risk assessments.
• Support audits and regulatory inspections.
• Train staff on AML/CFT obligations, red flags, and escalation procedures.
• Recommend improvements to AML/CFT controls and internal processes.

Requirements

• Intermediate or higher level of Slovak for formal written submissions and live communication with Slovak Financial Intelligence Unit and local authorities.
• English intermediate or higher.
• Experience with AML/CFT reporting, including preparation and submission of STR/SAR and handling regulator queries.
• Knowledge of Slovak and EU AML/CFT requirements, sanctions framework, FIU practices, and MiCA/CASP regulatory expectations.
• 2+ years of experience in AML/CFT, Compliance, PSP/Fintech, Banking, or Crypto.
• Experience with at least one of the tools: SumSub, Veriff, Ondato, SEON, Dow Jones, or similar.
• Certification such as ACAMS, ICA, CFCS, or other documented AML/CFT knowledge would be an additional advantage.

What we offer 

• Part-time employment format.
• Official employment in accordance with the applicable legal requirements.
• Fixed monthly salary.