AML Specialist

About Us

At Narvi, we believe in disrupting the existing banking ecosystem by providing better, more optimal, and more accessible financial solutions for businesses operating seamlessly across borders.

We are an international team of entrepreneurs and seasoned professionals in the Fintech industry. Our mission is to overcome the limitations of the current financial environment by creating products that empower businesses to maximize their capabilities by enhancing their access to the financial system.

We build solutions for people who seek alternatives to unnecessary fees, account limitations, and the myriad of other inconveniences that arise in traditional financial services. Our products reflect our belief that financial services should be convenient, transparent, and accessible to all.

We are now seeking a proactive and detail-oriented AML Specialist to join our compliance team. As an AML Specialist, you will play an essential role in safeguarding Narvi’s operations, ensuring compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) regulations, and helping us provide a secure financial environment for our customers.

Your Role as AML Specialist

As an AML Specialist, you will work alongside experienced compliance professionals to identify and mitigate financial crime risks.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Customer Due Diligence:

• Reviewing corporate and individual customer onboarding applications, ensuring compliance with AML/CFT requirements.
• Conducting Know Your Customer (KYC) checks and escalating complex cases to senior compliance officers.

Transaction Monitoring:

• Reviewing transaction alerts to identify potential suspicious activities.
• Investigating flagged transactions, identifying patterns, and documenting findings.

Screening & Risk Assessment:

• Performing screening for Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs), sanctions, and adverse media hits.
• Assisting in risk assessments for high-risk customers and transactions.

Regulatory Reporting:

• Supporting the preparation of Suspicious Activity Reports / Suspicious Transaction Reports and assisting with submissions to regulatory authorities where required.
• Assisting in compiling compliance reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement:

• Assisting with the development and enhancement of AML/CFT policies, procedures, and systems.
• Staying up to date with changes in regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

What We’re Looking For

To excel in this role, the following skills and qualifications are essential:

Must-Haves:

• 2–3 years of experience in AML, compliance, or financial crime prevention, preferably within fintech, crypto, or banking.
• A keen interest in financial crime prevention and AML/CFT regulations.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in English, at least C1 level.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Proficiency in Finnish, written and spoken.
• Familiarity with European compliance regulations, for example 5th/6th AMLD and PSD2.
• Knowledge of banking products and payment systems.
• Exposure to blockchain or cryptocurrency compliance.

What We Offer:

Flexibility: Work remotely or from our Helsinki office, with a schedule that aligns with your life and supports the company’s goals.

Growth Opportunities: Gain hands-on experience in AML compliance and financial crime prevention, with ample opportunities for learning and development.

Impact: Play a meaningful role in shaping Narvi’s compliance framework to help us create a secure financial ecosystem.

Trust-Based Environment: Work in a flat-structured, mission-driven organization that values results over micromanagement.

International Collaboration: Work with a diverse team across Europe, with opportunities to travel and collaborate globally.