Experienced Financial Crime Professional
EY
- Location
- Athens, GR, 15125 +4 more…
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
About this role
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Being part of EY in Greece means being part of a continuously growing team, which has been announced as Top Employer for the fourth consecutive year, certified as a Great Place to Work for the third year in a row, and awarded as Best Workplace in Professional Services & Consulting for the second consecutive time, for our almost 3,000 professionals ! At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences through coaching and training programs as well as the use of advanced technology and AI . We’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Join us as we commemorate 100 years of EY in Greece this year. Experience great flexibility under our hybrid operating model across our offices in Athens, Patras, Thessaloniki and Crete and contribute to building a better working world . The opportunity You will join the local market leader in Risk Consulting. Our clients, major players in the local and international market, operate in a fast-paced environment, characterized by continued disruption and transformation. Your future teammates, being talented, supportive, values-driven, diverse and high-performing professionals, help clients navigate complexity, assess business opportunities, protect value, drive sustainable growth and instill trust across their internal and external stakeholders. Your key responsibilities You are expected to work efficiently in diverse teams, be adaptable, flexible and inclusive, showcasing strong communication skills and teamwork. You are anticipated to manage time effectively, think critically and creatively with the desire to learn and understand new concepts, demonstrating a proactive approach to problem-solving and innovation. For this role, you are required to:
Work closely with clients to understand their unique needs, translating regulatory requirements and business needs into actionable strategies, policies, methodologies and processes Design comprehensive frameworks related to Fraud, Know-Your-Customer (KYC), Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and other financial crime topics Analyze regulatory guidance and expectations for risk assessment, due diligence, transaction monitoring, as well as other items in the supervisory agenda for financial crime, with a focus on evolving regulatory requirements (such as the new AMLR package) and the resulting transformation across the AML lifecycle Engage stakeholders through compelling presentations and discussions, fostering a collaborative environment for idea exchange and consensus building Keep up to date with the latest banking trends and developments
Skills and attributes for success
A bachelor's and master’s degree in areas such as accounting and finance, finance and banking, economics, statistics, mathematics or engineering. Experience (limited or extensive) in the financial services/banking sector regarding any of the following or other relevant areas:
Fraud AML KYC Regulatory Compliance
Strong written and verbal communication in Greek and English Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively within a team Strong analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills Project management skills Willingness to learn and continuously expand technical and business skills Demonstrated ability to understand and critically use AI and emerging technologies to deliver high‑quality outcomes Travelling availability and potential work on projects abroad
Ideally, you’ll also have
A professional qualification related to financial crime (e.g. Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist, Certified Know-Your-Customer Associate, Certified Fraud Examiner etc.)
What we look for Your