AML L2 Trainee Lisboa

Overview

The AML L2 Trainee will support the AML L2 Compliance teams by performing initial tasks required within an AML investigation. These tasks complement the more detailed AML investigation performed by Officers and Senior Officers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a timely and efficient investigation of alerts escalated by AML L1, ensuring alerts are correctly prioritised by date or risk category and handling alerts efficiently in collaboration with internal stakeholders to obtain relevant information.
• Conduct diligent desktop research to assess relevant data for each alert, including KYC, payment details, account activity, clients’ counterparts’ business activity, ownership and directorship records, location, and payment vehicle choices.
• Write clear, concise investigation reports that explain the logic of risk assessments, conclusions to close or escalate cases, and how findings link to the collected evidence.
• Stay updated on developments globally and locally to make informed assessments across a broad range of cases involving potential financial crime (e. g. , money laundering, tax evasion, sanctions circumvention, bribery and corruption, financing of terrorist activity, or other criminal activity).
• Facilitate team discussions (e. g. , at morning meetings) to contribute to the team’s organisation and coherence.
• Contribute to continuous process and tool improvement by identifying inefficiencies, escalating issues, and sharing best practices with other AML L2 and Compliance Hub Teams.

Profile and Skills to Success

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law / Economics / Management / Finance or related field
• Advanced level of English, both written and oral
• Attention to detail and rigor
• Ability to collaborate and work in a team
• Analytical ability
• Decision making

Why joining BNP Paribas?

• Leading banking institution

BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank and a key player in international banking. It operates in 63 countries and has nearly 183, 000 employees, including more than 146, 000 in Europe.

Our presence in Portugal

• In Portugal since 1985, BNP Paribas today has more than 8, 700 employees across the Group’s 10 business entities in the country. It also operates 11 excellence centres providing
  - added services to various countries where the BNP Paribas Group operates.

International reach

Thanks to its international presence and regular collaboration among its entities, BNP Paribas has the resources to support all clients with financing, investment, savings, and protection solutions.

• Retail Banking: retail activities and specialised business lines
• Investment & Protection Services: savings, investment, and protection services
• Corporate & Institutional Banking: tailored financial solutions for corporate and institutional clients
• Diversity and Inclusion commitment

BNP Paribas is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunity to all job seekers. We are committed to ensuring that no individual is discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity/paternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Equity and diversity are at the core of our recruitment policy because they foster creativity and efficiency, which in turn increase performance and productivity. We strive to reflect the society we live in while aligning with the needs of our clients.

• Commitment towards work/life balance

At BNP Paribas we care about employees’ wellbeing and promote a culture of good integration between work and rest. Balance helps us be at our best while working.

• Remote Working Conditions

We embrace a Smart Working framework based on trust, autonomy, and collaboration. Eligible employees can benefit from flexible remote working modalities within our hybrid environment. The company provides office and home equipment, an equipment allowance, and access to exclusive partnerships for purchasing additional equipment at reduced prices.

To find out more on why you should join BNP Paribas, visit https://bnpp. lk/why-BNP-Paribas-Portugal

• Please note that only applications submitted in English will be considered.
• If selected for this role, further documentation will be requested to support the hiring process.