The Role
The AML/KYC Specialist will ensure compliance with regulations, implement internal policies, conduct audits, and manage relationships with regulatory bodies and financial institutions.
Summary Generated by Built In
We are looking for an experienced AML/KYC Specialist to strengthen the compliance and risk management function within a fast-growing AI focused company.
This is a hands-on role focused on maintaining regulatory adherence across financial operations, platform policies, and partner onboarding.
The position is based in Cyprus, Limassol.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor and interpret evolving regulations across AML/KYC, GDPR, financial compliance, and card schemes.
- Ensure platform operations align with banking and payment provider requirements.
- Support applications for licenses and permits as needed.
- Draft, update, and implement internal compliance policies, including AML, data protection, affiliate conduct, and platform usage.
- Maintain up-to-date Privacy Policies and Terms of Service in accordance with legal standards.
- Detect and assess risks related to user behavior, affiliate activity, and content generation.
- Implement risk-based controls and monitoring systems across AI tools, platform processes, and manual reviews.
- Prepare incident reports and define escalation procedures.
- Conduct KYC/KYB checks for users, partners, and affiliates.
- Communicate with banks, EMIs, and processors to fulfill due diligence requirements.
- Oversee affiliate marketing practices for compliance with legal and ethical guidelines.
- Prepare internal and external compliance reports for management and stakeholders.
- Lead internal audits across data handling, risk, and moderation workflows.
- Serve as the point of contact for regulatory bodies, acquiring banks, and payment processors.
- Coordinate cross-functionally with Finance, Risk, Legal, and Operations teams to uphold compliance standards.
Requirements:
- Proven track record in AML, KYC, compliance, or risk management, preferably in high-risk sectors.
- Strong understanding of AML laws, KYC frameworks, FATF guidelines, and regulatory policies.
- High attention to detail and accuracy in due diligence and document verification.
- Skilled in managing confidential information with professionalism and integrity.
- Strong analytical capabilities and written communication skills for clear compliance reporting.
- Proficiency with AML/KYC platforms, databases, and Microsoft Office tools.
- Fluent in English and Russian (upper-intermediate or above); additional languages are a plus.
- Certification from IAPP (CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT) or related compliance/privacy credentials is a strong advantage.
Would be a plus:
- prior experience with banking relationships, account openings, and maintaining compliance with financial institutions.
What’s in it for you
- Key role in strengthening compliance in a high-growth, cross-border environment.
- Exposure to global regulatory frameworks and emerging tech-driven risk models.
- Potential for career advancement into senior compliance leadership roles.
- Work visa sponsorship and a full employment contract in Cyprus
- 21 days of paid annual leave, plus paid sick leave
- Lunch delivery expenses covered
Top Skills
Aml/Kyc Platforms
MS Office
Regulatory Frameworks
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The Company
What We Do
Consulting company aimed at start ups and midsize businesses. We help companies achieve long term growth worldwide. Our services include: recruitment, business consultancy, networking.
