AML Subject Matter Expert

Lynx Tech·Tres Cantos, Spain

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

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  • Work on-site in Tres Cantos

    No relocation package mentioned.

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What you'll do

As a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), your goal will be to work closely with the AML Product Owner, the Product and Technology teams, as well as other key stakeholders to ensure our solutions remain aligned with regulatory requirements and international best practices.

Success in this position consists of transforming complex regulatory requirements into functional capabilities and product decisions, providing expert insight that makes it possible to anticipate regulatory changes, minimize compliance risks, and reinforce Lynx's positioning as a technological benchmark in the fight against financial crime.

As a Subject Matter Expert (AML), some of your responsibilities will be:

  • Act as an internal reference in the areas of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CFT).
  • Monitor, analyze, and interpret regulatory changes, market trends, and supervisory requirements at both national and international levels.
  • Assess the impact of new regulations and regulatory requirements on the company's AML solutions and products.
  • Work closely with the Product Owner and AML teams to translate regulatory requirements into functional capabilities and product enhancements.
  • Work closely with clients to translate regulatory risks into model rules and features, ensuring that all of them are covered and auditable.
  • Provide expert knowledge in areas such as Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), Transaction Monitoring, Sanctions Screening, PEPs, Beneficial Ownership, and risk-based approaches.
  • Participate in defining the product strategy and roadmap from a regulatory and business perspective.
  • Advise internal teams, clients, and partners on complex matters related to AML and regulatory compliance.
  • Develop and maintain functional and regulatory documentation that facilitates product evolution and expansion into new markets.
  • Deliver training, workshops, and knowledge-transfer sessions on anti-money laundering and financial regulation.
  • Participate in client meetings and commercial processes when expert AML insight is required, especially during initial implementations.

Education & certifications

  • University degree in Law, Business Administration, Finance, Compliance, Criminology, or related fields.
  • Postgraduate education or specialization in AML, Compliance, Financial Crime, or Regulatory Affairs will be highly valued.
  • Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA, CFCS, or equivalent will be considered an added value.

Languages

  • Native or advanced Spanish and advanced English.

What you'll get

When you join Lynx, you will enjoy numerous benefits, including:

  • We take care of your well-being through health insurance, life insurance, and access to Wellhub.
  • We champion flexibility through a hybrid and collaborative working model.
  • We foster your development through specialized training and growth opportunities within a global technology ecosystem focused on data, AI, fraud prevention, and AML.
  • We make your day-to-day easier with benefits such as meal vouchers and family support initiatives.

About the company & team

At Lynx Financial Crime Tech S.A., we are an AI-based software company specialized in detecting and predicting behavior patterns. Led by an expert team from the financial and academic sector, we develop and implement cutting-edge, self-learning AI technologies. Our platform excels in low-latency transaction processing technologies and is available both on-premises and in the cloud.

We develop advanced technology for fraud prevention and anti-money laundering (AML), helping global organizations make real-time decisions through advanced analytics and artificial intelligence.

We offer an international and specialized environment where you can grow, innovate, and work with purpose, contributing to a safer and more transparent financial ecosystem. We prioritize vision, agility, and speed to deliver exceptional customer experiences and have built lasting, trusted relationships with some of the world's leading financial institutions, fintechs, and commercial companies around the globe.

We embrace a strong risk culture and expect all our team members, regardless of their role, to take a proactive and responsible approach to risk management.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We are looking to bring on board a Subject Matter Expert (AML) to join our team in Madrid, with the following experience and knowledge:

Professional Experience

  • More than 4 years of experience in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Financial Crime Compliance, Risk, Regulatory Compliance, or related functions.
  • Previous experience in financial institutions, fintechs, specialized consultancies, regulatory bodies, RegTech companies, or AML solution providers.
  • Proven experience interpreting regulatory requirements and translating them into processes, operations, or technological solutions.
  • Experience in international and multi-jurisdictional environments.

Hard skills

  • Expert knowledge of AML/CFT regulation, regulatory frameworks, and best practices in financial crime prevention.
  • Extensive experience in KYC, CDD, EDD, Transaction Monitoring, Sanctions Screening, PEPs, and Beneficial Ownership.
  • Solid knowledge of international standards and regulatory frameworks applicable across different markets.
  • Ability to analyze regulatory changes and assess their impact on products, processes, and operating models.
  • Experience collaborating with Product, Business, and Technology teams.
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to solve complex problems.

Soft Skills

  • Excellent communication and influence skills.
  • Ability to explain complex regulatory concepts to technical and business audiences.
  • Consultative mindset focused on delivering solutions.
  • Strategic vision with strong attention to detail.
  • Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work cross-functionally.
  • Intellectual curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning.
  • Ability to thrive in dynamic, constantly evolving environments.

YOUR NEXT PROFESSIONAL CHALLENGE STARTS HERE

If this opportunity interests you and you meet the requirements, apply or share this vacancy with someone who might be a good fit.

Want to get to know us better? Visit our website: https://lynxtech.com

Additional information

  • Position based in Madrid, with remote work flexibility (50%).
  • Availability for occasional travel.

Lynx Tech is proud to be an organization committed to equal opportunities, regardless of age, gender, disability, marital status, race, religion, or sexual orientation. Our commitment is to offer an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for everyone.

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About the company

Lynx Tech

Lynx Tech

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150 employees