Senior Consultant in AML/CFT - Financial Services

Introduction
At IBM we know that transformation drives change and it is in our DNA to continuously transform. Our Business Transformation Consultants help drive large scale change that spans IBM business units and geographies. As a part of this team you will have the unique opportunity to be a part of driving IBM’s ongoing transformation as a company that continuously innovates and leads the market.

Your Role and Responsibilities
– Provide high-level advisory services to financial institutions in the Netherlands regarding the implementation and compliance with Anti Financial Crime (AFC) regulations particularly Wwft and Sw.
– Collaborate closely with clients to understand their specific needs and tailor strategies policies and procedures for effective AFC compliance.
– Conduct thorough assessments of existing AFC frameworks within financial institutions identifying gaps and proposing actionable solutions.
– Offer guidance and support in the development and enhancement of AFC-related systems controls and processes.
– Stay updated with evolving regulatory changes industry best practices and technological advancements in the AFC landscape ensuring our clients remain at the forefront of compliance.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise
– Successfully completed university degree in economics law business or other relevant areas.
– Excellent level of Dutch language
– Knowledge and understanding of Dutch regulatory requirements such as Wft Sw and/or Wwft.
– Proficient understanding of business models and fundamental processes within the financial sector particularly in relation to Anti Financial Crime (AFC).
– Relevant work experience in the financial sector (banks insurers pension funds payment institutions and/or trust offices) and/or relevant work experience in the supervision of financial institutions.
– Experience in conducting investigations of compliance with Wft and/or Wwft and/or Sanctions Act
– Good attention to detail writing and editing skills with the ability to construct well-founded clear and concise analyses.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise
– Prior experience in conducting suitability and reliability tests a plus.
– AFC related qualifications (such as ACAMS or ICA) a plus.