Erstellt am 12. Juni 2026
Compliance & AML Officer (German Branch)
capital.com
Frankfurt am Main, Hesse
Vollzeit
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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 are looking for a Compliance & AML Officer who will be accountable for the design, implementation, and ongoing oversight of both the regulatory compliance and AML/CTF frameworks for the German Branch. The role carries dual responsibility: ensuring full adherence to MiFID II/MiFIR and BaFIN conduct and organisational requirements as applied in Germany, and maintaining a robust AML/CTF programme aligned with German AML regulations, EU requirements, and group standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Compliance Framework (MiFID II / MiFIR & BaFIN's requirements)
- Act as the designated Compliance Officer (CO) under German regulatory requirements and MiFID II organisational obligations.
- Design and maintain the compliance monitoring programme.
- Monitor and ensure adherence to BaFIN and ESMA regulations.
- Review financial promotions, marketing materials, and client communications for compliance with applicable rules.
- Maintain the compliance risk register and prepare periodic compliance monitoring reports for senior management.
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 compliance and/or financial crime.
- Provide regular reporting to senior management and the board on compliance AML risks and controls.
Advisory & Oversight
- Advise senior management on Compliance and AML/CTF risks, regulatory developments, and control enhancements.
- Ensure effective escalation of Compliance and financial crime risks and incidents.
Training & Culture
- Develop Compliance and deliver AML/CTF training programs across the Germany entity.
- Promote a strong compliance culture and awareness of Compliance and financial crime risks.
Coordination
- Collaborate with group Compliance, Risk, Legal, and Operations to ensure consistent application of regulatory compliance and AML standards.
- Align local AML practices with group frameworks while meeting German-specific requirements.
Key Requirements:
- Proven experience as Regulatory Compliance Officer and/or AMLCO or senior AML function holder in Germany within a regulated financial services firm.
- Strong knowledge of MiFID II/MiFIR and BaFin applicable regulations.
- 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 (including BaFin) 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.
