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FinCrime Specialist

Hybrid in Madrid·Full-time·Added 2 days ago

Amadeus

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Overview

Job details

Full-time hours
Per the ad.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Amadeus doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Speak fluent Spanish
Listed as a requirement in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Be near Madrid for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Relevant experience, ideally within a regulated business or Financial Crime environment, with a Bachelor's degree.
Strong KYC/KYB knowledge and experience with AML, Fraud, Sanctions or Transaction Monitoring processes.
Analytical, proactive and solution-oriented, with strong attention to detail and excellent workload/time-management skills.
Comfortable using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and working with operational systems and databases.
Fluent in English and Spanish, with strong communication skills and confidence engaging with customers, stakeholders and partners.
Passionate about technology and AI-driven innovation, with a continuous-learning mindset and genuine drive to improve processes and ways of working.

The role

FinCrime Specialist

Join our FinCrime team as a FinCrime Operations Specialist, where you'll play a key role in protecting our business and customers by executing day-to-day controls across AML, Fraud, Sanctions, Transaction Monitoring, and KYC/KYB. You'll investigate alerts, conduct onboarding and due diligence checks, make risk-based decisions, and contribute to building a robust, efficient, and continuously improving Financial Crime operating model.

What you'll do

Execute FinCrime controls: Conduct KYC/KYB onboarding and refresh checks, review and investigate AML, Fraud, Sanctions and Transaction Monitoring alerts, and ensure accurate, well-documented decisions within agreed SLAs and quality standards.
Support risk management & improvement: Identify risks, recurring issues and process inefficiencies, escalate complex or high-risk cases, and contribute to process improvements, workflow tuning, SOP updates and ad-hoc FinCrime projects.
Collaborate with stakeholders: Work closely with Product, Customer Support, Technology, partners and other internal teams, providing operational guidance and leading discussions where required.
Maintain strong operational standards: Keep up to date with relevant FinCrime typologies, risk indicators, policies and procedures, ensuring consistent and compliant application of controls.

About Amadeus

Amadeus is a leading global travel technology company that provides software solutions to the travel and tourism industry, including airlines, hotels, travel agencies, and other travel service providers. With its headquarters in Madrid, Spain, Amadeus operates in over 190 countries and is one of the largest technology companies in the travel sector, known for its distribution systems, IT solutions, and data-driven services. The company's scale is substantial, with tens of thousands of employees worldwide, and it plays a critical role in the digital infrastructure of the travel industry.

In Spain, Amadeus has a significant presence, with its main offices in Madrid and additional operations in Barcelona. The company is a major employer of international talent, offering a multicultural work environment where English is often the working language. For international professionals, Amadeus provides opportunities to work on cutting-edge travel technology, with roles spanning product management, data science, legal, finance, and IT. The company's commitment to innovation and its global reach make it an attractive destination for those looking to build a career in travel tech while living in Spain.

Industry: Travel Tech
Founded: 1987
Employees: 10,000–50,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona
Website: amadeus.com

Good to know if you are moving

Amadeus is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, making it a prime destination for tech professionals seeking to relocate to Spain.
The company operates in a multicultural environment with English as a common working language, easing the transition for international hires.
Amadeus offers comprehensive relocation support and benefits for international employees, including visa assistance and settling-in services.
With a global presence in over 190 countries, Amadeus provides opportunities for international career growth and mobility.
The company is a leader in travel technology, offering roles in cutting-edge areas like data science, product management, and IT.

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Additional information

Amadeus aspires to be a leader in Diversity and Inclusion in the tech industry, enabling every employee to reach their full potential by fostering a culture of belonging and fair treatment, attracting the best talent from all backgrounds, and as a role model for an inclusive employee experience.

Amadeus is an equal opportunity employer and committed to an accessible recruitment process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, beliefs, disability or any other characteristics protected by law.

Amadeus Group never charges fees, requests payment, or asks for financial information during recruitment. All legitimate opportunities are communicated solely through official Amadeus channels, including our careers website. Any payment request or outreach via unofficial platforms (e.g., WhatsApp, Telegram) should be treated as fraudulent.

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