
Financial Crime Officer
Governance
Amsterdam, Netherlands
30 May 2025
Job Description
About the Opportunity
Our client, a leading fintech firm, is expanding its Financial Crime department and is seeking an experienced Financial Crime Officer with a strong investigations background to join the team.
In this key role, your mission will be to ensure the company maintains the highest standards in its financial crime investigations. You will play a vital role in protecting the business from criminal exploitation, including money laundering and terrorist financing. Leveraging your expertise, you’ll help the organization manage risk effectively and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct in-depth investigations into suspicious customer behavior, transactions, and external signals (e.g., law enforcement inquiries, media coverage, or internal alerts)
Perform thematic investigations to uncover emerging financial crime typologies
Use blockchain analysis tools and OSINT techniques to gather evidence across multiple sources
Analyze unusual transaction patterns and escalate high-risk cases appropriately
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., Legal, Compliance, and Law Enforcement) to manage communication and follow-up actions
Share findings, trends, and insights to strengthen team capabilities and organizational awareness
Collaborate with colleagues to enhance investigative processes, tools, and best practices
Stay up-to-date with regulatory and industry developments, particularly in the crypto and fintech sectors
What We’re Looking For
Minimum 3+ years of experience in AML/TF investigations, ideally in law enforcement, banking, or fintech/crypto
Proven experience in managing complex investigations, handling external alerts, and conducting thematic reviews
Solid understanding of the Dutch financial and regulatory landscape (experience in the Dutch market is required)
Proficiency in using blockchain explorers and OSINT tools is highly advantageous
Strong stakeholder management skills with experience engaging regulatory bodies and law enforcement
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present investigative findings clearly and effectively
Why Join?
Opportunity to be part of a fast-growing fintech innovator
Work on high-impact investigations that protect customers and the financial system
Collaborate with a dedicated, mission-driven team
Competitive salary and benefits package
Skills
Job Reference
165536
Date Posted
30 May 2025
Industry
Financial Services
Category
Compliance & Financial Crime
Role
Level
Senior-Level
Employment
Permanent
Working Location
Hybrid
Salary/Rate