Senior AML Analyst – Sanctions Screening

Trustly Group AB

Job Overview

Location

Lisbon, Portugal (EU)

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• As a Senior AML Analyst specializing in Sanctions Screening at Trustly Group AB, you will be at the forefront of protecting our global payment infrastructure from illicit financial activities. This pivotal role is designed for an experienced professional who is passionate about financial crime prevention and possesses a deep understanding of international sanctions regulations. You will be instrumental in ensuring Trustly’s adherence to a complex web of global sanctions regimes, safeguarding our reputation and operational integrity.
• Your primary responsibility will be to conduct and oversee complex, high-risk investigations related to sanctions screening alerts. This involves meticulously analyzing transaction data, customer information, and external intelligence to identify potential matches against sanctions lists. You will be expected to make well-reasoned, documented decisions that are not only compliant with regulatory requirements but also align with Trustly’s internal policies and defined risk appetite.
• This position transcends the typical alert-handling duties. You will serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in sanctions compliance, providing guidance and support to colleagues and other departments. Your expertise will be crucial in strengthening our existing sanctions controls, identifying vulnerabilities, and proposing enhancements to our screening frameworks and investigative methodologies.
• You will play an active role in driving continuous quality improvements across the sanctions screening process. This includes evaluating the effectiveness of current tools and processes, recommending and implementing optimizations, and staying abreast of emerging threats and regulatory changes. Your proactive approach will help ensure that Trustly’s sanctions compliance program remains robust and effective in an ever-evolving landscape.
• Operating with a high degree of autonomy, you will be empowered to challenge existing approaches and propose innovative solutions. You will contribute to defining best practices and setting the standard for what constitutes excellent sanctions compliance operations within Trustly, particularly as regulations and associated risks evolve.
• The ideal candidate will be adept at navigating ambiguity, possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills, and have a proven ability to manage a demanding workload while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• You will collaborate closely with various teams, including Compliance, Legal, Operations, and Technology, to ensure a holistic approach to sanctions risk management. This cross-functional collaboration is essential for embedding compliance into the core of Trustly’s business operations.
• Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Independently investigate and resolve complex, high-risk sanctions screening alerts, documenting findings and decisions thoroughly.
• Conduct in-depth due diligence on potential sanctions matches, utilizing various internal and external data sources.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to junior analysts and other stakeholders on sanctions-related matters.
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of sanctions screening policies, procedures, and controls.
• Monitor regulatory changes and industry best practices related to sanctions compliance and assess their impact on Trustly’s operations.
• Participate in projects aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the sanctions screening program, including the evaluation and testing of new technologies and data sources.
• Prepare reports and management information on sanctions screening activities, trends, and risks.
• Act as a point of contact for escalations and complex queries related to sanctions screening.
• Foster a culture of compliance and risk awareness throughout the organization.
• If you are a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a strong investigative mindset and a desire to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, high-growth fintech environment, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of sanctions compliance at Trustly.

🎯 Requirements

• Proven experience (typically 3-5+ years) in AML/CFT compliance, with a specific focus on sanctions screening and investigations within the financial services or payments industry.
• In-depth knowledge of international sanctions regimes (e.g., OFAC, UN, EU, HMT) and their practical application in a business context.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make sound judgments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate findings and recommendations to various stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using sanctions screening tools and databases, and a good understanding of transaction monitoring systems.

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health insurance package.
• Generous paid time off and public holiday allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• A dynamic and international work environment with a collaborative team culture.

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About Trustly Group AB

Trustly Group AB is a Swedish open-banking payments company founded in 2008 that enables consumers to pay merchants directly from their bank accounts without cards or wallets. It connects to over 6,000 banks across Europe and North America, processing real-time account-to-account transfers for e-commerce, gaming and financial services. The firm licenses its payment initiation services to merchants and partners, earning fees per transaction. Headquartered in Stockholm, Trustly is regulated as a payment institution by the Swedish FSA and holds EMI licenses in multiple EU jurisdictions.

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