Financial Crime Officer (French Speaker) | Compliance

Company Description

Natixis in Portugal is a Centre of Expertise whose mission is to transform traditional banking by developing innovative solutions for the business, operations and work culture of Groupe BPCE worldwide.
As part of Groupe BPCE's international division, Natixis in Portugal designs and delivers solutions for its two core areas - Corporate & Investment Banking and Asset & Wealth Management - as well as transversal services that support all entities across the Group.
With more than 3,000 employees representing 46 nationalities, the teams work across Information Technology, Banking Support Activities, and Compliance, in an integrated, inclusive, and cross-functional way, supporting all business lines and platforms of the Group.
A disruptive mindset and a culture of proximity and agility identify Natixis in Portugal Team and reflect the company's mission to transform traditional banking at a global scale: a perfect match in the Portuguese dynamics and entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Job Description

Team in charge of AML-CTF alert analysis with 2 units specialized in Asset Wealth Management and in Corporate Investment Banking.
The people recruited will be part of the unit dedicated to Asset Wealth Management linked to Natixis Wealth Management.
The size of the unit will be two people, and the people recruited will report to local manager.

Main tasks and goals:
Tasks :
Manage Level 1 investigations of transaction alerts using a dedicated tool.
Identify suspicious activities that may result in the filing of a Suspicious Activity Report (SAR).
Conduct reputational analyses on sensitive clients to uncover negative news, sanctions, and PEP (Politically Exposed Persons) statuses.
Handle PPE and sanction alerts arising from the daily screening of client databases within a specialized tool.
Ensure the accuracy of the client database to support effective daily PEP and sanction screening.
Analyze sensitive transactions in private banking, including the purchase and sale of artworks.

Goals :
Contribute to the financial security framework of a private bank and wealth management institution in France, while working from Porto.
Help in the prevention of money laundering and terrorist financing activities.
Adhere to both local and global compliance standards, as well as wealth management policies and procedures.
Keep abreast of the latest news and developments related to AML (Anti-Money Laundering) in France.
Collaborate closely with the Financial Crime team based in France.

Qualifications

BS/MS Degree in Legal/ Business school or a similar area.
3-4 years experience
Experiênce in Compliance/AML-CTF/KYC/Sanctions-embargoes/Market abuse in Private bank
Knowledge of:
- NetReveal, Fircosoft tools or other surveillance tool,
- Screening tool regarding adverses news/PEP/sanction
- French tax knowledge
- Financial products proposed in a private bank
- Excel/ Power-BI
English and French fluency (mandatory).
Availability to travel to Paris (France).
We will only consider English Cv's.

Additional Information

Our workplace reflects the vibrant spirit of our locations, with initiatives such as a Green Transportation Budget, electric bikes and a flexible Hybrid Work Policy. We promote wellbeing through the Honolulu Wellness Club, a Prayer Room, a Lactation Room, and themed Villages that inspire creativity and collaboration. Through our ESG and DEI strategies, we are commit to being inclusive, caring, and fair, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.