Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Regional Chief Compliance Officer in the coordination and execution of regional AML / Anti-Financial Crime compliance activities.

• Advise CE regional management and stakeholders on AML / CTF, financial crime, and broader compliance matters.

• Perform compliance activities in accordance with Allianz Group Compliance and AFC rules, including compliance reviews and internal investigations with AML / AFC relevance.

• Conduct and coordinate AML / AFC risk assessments, applying a risk-based approach across the region.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to all applicable AML / CTF laws, regulations, and internal policies at regional level.

• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of AML / AFC compliance programs to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct.

• Promote and strengthen a strong AML / AFC and compliance culture across the CE region.

• Support and oversee local entities in the implementation of Group-wide AML / AFC programs, minimum standards, and specific Group Compliance or AFC initiatives.

• Act as a regional partner for Local AML Officers (AMLROs) and local Compliance functions, supporting complex cases, escalations, and best-practice sharing.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law or a business-related field (e.g. Finance, Insurance, Business Administration, Economics).

• Fluent English, both written and verbal; business fluency in additional Central or Eastern European languages is an advantage.

• 10+ years of relevant professional experience in the financial services industry (insurance preferred; banking an advantage), with focus on AML / AFC, Compliance, Risk Management, Internal Controls, Audit, or Consulting.

• Solid experience in Operational and Compliance Risk Management, preferably including AML / CTF topics.

• Strong understanding of EU AML regulation, FATF standards, and Group-wide compliance frameworks.

• Proficient user of the Microsoft Office package; experience with ORGS / OpenPages or similar GRC tools is an advantage.

• Professional AML certifications (e.g. CAMS, ICA or comparable qualifications) are considered a strong asset.

• Project management experience with strong execution focus in a regional or international environment.

• Strong analytical, communication, presentation, intercultural, and organizational skills.

• Ability to drive change by adopting new ideas and influencing peers and stakeholders.

• High degree of ownership, proactive mindset, and strong team spirit; ability to establish and maintain constructive working relationships.

• Ability to enable and work effectively in international, cross-functional, and diverse teams.

• Intellectual curiosity, readiness to learn, and capability to work autonomously within defined parameters.

• Basic familiarity with AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT) and openness to using digital solutions in compliance processes.

Job information:

Start date: asap | Working hours: 40 hours per week | Location: ICON Towers - directly at Vienna Central Station, 1100 Vienna |

Annual gross salary: 85,000 EUR (full-time basis). Overpay is possible in case of and depending on appropriate experience, qualifications and commitment.

For more information about the position, please contact:

Carolyn Poelman (HR Business Partner): carolyn.poelman@allianz-cee.com