Capital.com

Anti-Money Laundering and Compliance Officer (German Branch)

Capital.com  •  Frankfurt am Main, DE (Remote)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting-edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best, so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever-growing talented team.

We're looking for a Anti-Money Laundering and Compliance Officer who will be accountable for the design, implementation, and ongoing oversight of the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing (AML/CTF) framework for the Germany entity, ensuring full compliance with BaFin requirements, German AML law (GwG), and EU regulations, aligned with group standards.

Key Responsibilities:

    AML/CTF Framework

  • Act as the appointed Anti-Money Laundering Officer (AMLCO) under German regulatory requirements.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain AML/CTF policies, procedures, and controls.
  • Ensure effective customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), transaction monitoring, and suspicious activity reporting (SAR).
  • Oversee AML risk assessments and ensure alignment with the firm’s risk appetite.
  • Regulatory & Governance

  • Serve as the primary point of contact with BaFin and FIU Germany on AML/CTF matters.
  • Ensure compliance with German AML Act (GwG), EU AML Directives, and applicable EBA/ESMA guidelines.
  • Lead regulatory reporting, audits, and inspections related to financial crime.
  • Provide regular reporting to senior management and the board on AML risks and controls.
  • Advisory & Oversight

  • Advise senior management on AML/CTF risks, regulatory developments, and control enhancements.
  • Review and approve high-risk clients and transactions.
  • Ensure effective escalation of financial crime risks and incidents.
  • Training & Culture

  • Develop and deliver AML/CTF training programs across the Germany entity.
  • Promote a strong compliance culture and awareness of financial crime risks.
  • Coordination

  • Collaborate with group Compliance, Risk, Legal, and Operations to ensure consistent application of AML standards.
  • Align local AML practices with group frameworks while meeting German-specific requirements.

Key Requirements:

  • Proven experience as AMLCO or senior AML function holder in Germany within a regulated financial services firm.
  • Deep knowledge of German AML law (GwG), BaFin expectations, and EU AML framework.
  • Strong understanding of brokerage/trading or fintech business models.
  • Experience dealing directly with regulators and FIUs.
  • Strong analytical, judgment, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Fluency in German and English.

What you will get in return:


Competitive Salary: We believe great work deserves great pay! Your skills and talents will be rewarded with a salary that makes you feel valued and motivated.
Work-Life Harmony: Join a company that genuinely cares about you - because your life outside of work matters just as much as your time on the clock. #LI-Hybrid
Generous Time Off: Need a breather? Our annual leave policy lets you recharge and enjoy life outside of work without a worry.
Employee Referral Program: Love working here? Share the love! Bring your talented friends on board and get rewarded for growing our awesome team.
Comprehensive Health & Pension Benefits: From medical insurance to pension plans, we’ve got your back. Plus, location-specific benefits and perks!
Workation Wonderland: Live your digital nomad dreams with 30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply). Adventure awaits!
Volunteer Days: Make a difference! Take two additional paid days each year to support causes you care about and give back to the community.
Be a key player at the forefront of the digital assets movement, propelling your career to new heights! Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding company that values and rewards talent, initiative, and creativity. Work alongside one of the most brilliant teams in the industry.

Capital.com

About Capital.com

Since starting our journey in  2016, Capital.com has been on a mission to  empower individuals worldwide with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to make better financial decisions. Our tech-first platform delivers exactly that to thousands of traders around the world - through powerful tools, transparent pricing, and education.

With over $100 billion in monthly trading volumes, regulated in five jurisdictions, and clients in over 180 countries, we’re one of the fastest-growing trading platforms in the world.

As we scale at speed, two things remain at the heart of our growth: our people and our culture. That’s why we invest in world-class teams who share a passion for building, innovating, and making markets more accessible to everyone.

Today, we’re 1,000+ people strong, working across 8 global offices—from London to Warsaw, Limassol to Dubai, and beyond. And we’re hiring. We’re looking for engineers, designers, and visionaries who thrive on challenge, value innovation, and want to redefine the future of trading.

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Limassol Municipality, CY
Year Founded
2016
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