MLRO & Head of Branch - Italy
Italy
FCRM /
Full Time /
Remote
About Finom
Finom is a European tech startup headquartered in Amsterdam—and we’re on a journey towards revolutionizing the financial landscape for entrepreneurs worldwide. Our mission is to develop an all-in-one financial B2B solution that integrates banking functions, accounting, financial management, and invoicing into a seamless, mobile-first platform.
Over the past two years, our team has fuelled exponential growth, securing $50 million in investments and propelling us into hyper-growth mode. We’re on track to become a unicorn start-up by 2025, backed by global funds like General Catalyst (known for supporting Airbnb, HubSpot, KAYAK, and Stripe). Finom has expanded its reach across 10+ EU countries, with a strong presence in key markets like Germany and France.
At Finom, we’re not just redefining the entrepreneurial experience—we’re empowering our employees to make a real difference. Your work matters, and your impact extends far beyond product metrics. We nurture innovation and an inspiring work environment where bold ideas thrive, prioritizing thorough research, swift implementation of solutions, and ensuring that every effort we make benefits our users, employees, partners, and our business as a whole.
Maintaining our start-up spirit, we prioritize thorough research, swift implementation of solutions, and ensuring that every effort we make benefits our users, employees, partners, and, of course, our business.
What you will be doing
- Serve as head of the Italian branch - main contact point for Bank of Italy and other relevant parties and authorities in Italy.
- Reporting line to Head of Compliance in The Netherlands;
- Ownership over the Italian CDD/TM Procedures;
- Reviewing escalations of complex high risk cases from AML Team in the 1st Line (onboarding and transaction monitoring blocks);
- FIU Submissions and regulatory reporting to Bank of Italy;
- Participation in SIRA review cycle;
- Performance of regular Quality Assurance of the 1st Line;
- Assist in drafting, testing and reviewing system requirements for new compliance-related features for CDD Risk Engine and TM suite, as well as procedures, manuals and guidelines within the department;
- Conduct regular internal AML training;
- Track regulatory developments and best practices in the AML domain in Italy and implement them where necessary;
- Initiate and take responsibility for ad hoc project work within the department (e.g. vendor-facing projects, CDD geo-expansion);
- As Head of Branch the responsibilities include receiving communications from various authorities in Italy and redirecting them to the relevant stakeholders within Finom Group and making sure that all requests are followed up on in a timely manner.
Who you are
- Excellent knowledge of Italian AML legislation;
- Minimum of 2 years of proven experience in the 2nd Line of Defense;Detail-oriented and highly motivated self-starter;
- Critical and analytical thinking;
- Start-up oriented, proactive, result-driven, and capable of working under own initiative and little supervision;
- Knowledge of Data Protection legislation would be considered a strong advantage but is not a blocker.
- Languages English AND Italian – full working proficiency
Interpersonal Skills: FINOM stands strongly against the “Compliance says No” mentality. We are looking for a person who strives to empower the business instead of limiting it. It is a critical thinker eager to challenge the status quo and come up with non-standard solutions. Our new Compliance colleague is able to communicate effectively with colleagues of different levels of seniority, and present their ideas in a practical, simple, clear and concise manner to people that do not specialize in compliance.
The interview process:
1. 30 minute interview with the recruiter
2. Hiring Manager interview (30 minutes)
3. Test Task
3. Final interview with department lead
What You Will Get In Return
Make a genuine impact on the product
Join our upward trajectory, and grow with us. We provide the resources and opportunities for continuous personal and professional development, empowering you to make a genuine impact on our evolving product.
Work in the EU
Embark on this exciting journey with us, working from our elegant offices in Paphos (Cyprus) and Amsterdam (the Netherlands), with upcoming hubs in Poland and Spain. Enjoy the flexibility of traveling and working in a remote/hybrid model across Europe.
Become a stock options holder
Unlock your inner entrepreneur and align your aspirations with ours through our Stock Options Program. This exciting opportunity is available to every team member, from junior team members to our founders.
Receive unwavering support and care
Finom stands by you at every step, embodying our commitment to your well-being and success reflected in our modern, friendly, and eco-conscious corporate culture. We offer constant support and care to ensure your Finom experience is successful and fulfilling.
Work & Swim program
Immerse yourself in our exclusive Work & Swim Program. Spend one month in a comfortable corporate apartment in enchanting Cyprus. It's the ideal opportunity to strike the perfect work-life balance while enjoying breathtaking Mediterranean views.
Equal Opportunity Statement
At Finom, we're an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We embrace diversity and invite applications from all walks of life. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
