Head of AML & Compliance

The Company is in search of a Head of AML and Compliance to provide strategic and professional leadership in the areas of anti-money laundering, compliance, and financial crime prevention. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the company's adherence to regulatory requirements, particularly those related to the Austrian Securities Supervision Act, AML/CFT, and sanctions. This key role involves the professional and disciplinary leadership of the AML and Compliance department, the development and implementation of compliance and AML strategies, and acting as a strategic interface with regulatory bodies. The Head of AML and Compliance will also be tasked with promoting a strong compliance culture within the organization and will serve as a trusted advisor to the Executive Board and management on regulatory issues. Applicants for the Head of AML and Compliance position at the company should have a background in law, business law, business administration, finance, or a related field, with several years of experience in AML, compliance, regulatory affairs, or financial crime, preferably within a banking or financial institution. A deep understanding of Austrian and European banking supervisory law, as well as experience in collaborating with the Financial Market Authority, is essential. The role requires a candidate with a strong sense of responsibility, excellent communication skills, and the ability to effectively manage governance, risk, and control systems. The company values a candidate who can demonstrate strategic thinking, assertiveness, and a commitment to the sustainable implementation of regulatory measures.