AML Consultant CDD ECDD

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Your new job | About your main responsibilities

We are looking for a motivated Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Consultant to join our dynamic AML Office within Risk Management. At EY, you'll contribute to a better working world, where your unique voice enhances our inclusive culture, and your perspective helps us grow. Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of AML compliance?

As an AML Consultant, you'll mainly perform Client Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Client Due Diligence (ECDD) on (future) clients to mitigate potential Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Sanctions risks. You will also provide guidance to the various EY NL service lines regarding AML/CTF and sanctions compliance. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Risk Assessment: Thoroughly evaluating the potential money laundering, terrorist financing and sanctions risks associated with clients. This involves analyzing the client's business activities, geographic presence, ownership structure, sources of funds and wealth, and identifying Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs).
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• Support and Guidance: Acting as a subject matter expert, you will offer guidance and training to engagement teams on Know Your Client matters, ensuring that first-line operations are well-informed and compliant with regulatory standards.

Policy and Procedure Management: Contributing to the development and updating of (E)CDD-related policies and procedures

We welcome candidates who are keen to learn more about the AML profession in a dynamic work environment, mentored by passionate colleagues. This role is perfect for a team player who wants to contribute directly to EY’s compliance with AML/Counter Terrorism (CTF) and Sanctions legislation and internal policies.

Your new team | About your colleagues and the office

Join our AML Compliance Office, comprising 23 employees, working partly from our Amsterdam and Rotterdam offices and partly remotely. We are a culturally diverse and highly educated team, collaborating with cross-functional teams to provide comprehensive AML solutions. Our team is organized into task-oriented areas, such as client due diligence, sanctions and unusual transaction reporting, allowing for experience in multiple AML/CTF compliance fields. With constantly evolving AML/CTF and Sanctions legislation, we remain flexible and agile to address emerging priorities.

Your skills and strengths | About your unique contribution 

• Bachelor or Master degree preferably in the field of Finance, Business or Law

• At least 1 year of experience in the field of AML/CTF, Sanctions Compliance, and/or Law, preferably related to Know Your Client (KYC) procedures
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills in English (Dutch is a plus).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities and maintain confidentiality
• Eagerness to learn and develop both personally and professionally
• Team player who also enjoys working independently
• Willingness to work with a culturally diverse team in a dynamic environment.
• Commitment to staying informed about industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes related to AML/CTF. Sanctions and financial crime

Your benefits | About your perks and work enjoyment 

• Competitive salary with potential bonuses based on EY's financial performance and your job performance.
• 29 vacation days per year for full-time employees.
• Laptop and smartphone with a business subscription.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options.
• Home office setup support.
• Comprehensive training and education opportunities.
• Direct pension scheme contributions with voluntary additional options.
• Sustainable mobility options through the EY My Daily Travel app.
• Vitality programs, including coaching sessions.