Junior Financial Compliance Associate - English
OVERALL PURPOSE OF JOB
- Supports the organization’s financial compliance and financial crime prevention efforts for a large social media platform;
- Executes day-to-day compliance activities under clear guidance and established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs);
- Assists with AML, Transaction Monitoring, Customer Due Diligence (CDD), and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD);
- Develops skills to apply a risk-based approach and makes well-supported and documented recommendations;
- Follows directions in accordance with the statement of work and service level agreement with client(s).
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducts financial compliance reviews and investigations in line with AML, CTF, sanctions, and financial crime requirements;
- Performs risk-based assessments using explicit guidance, operational procedures, and defined frameworks;
- Reviews, analyzes, and interprets large volumes of transactional and behavioral data to identify potential risks;
- Executes Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) and ongoing monitoring activities where higher risks are identified;
- Initiates and manages Requests for Information (RFIs) to obtain additional documentation or clarification;
- Documents investigations clearly and comprehensively, ensuring outcomes are defensible, auditable, and evidence-based;
- Provides clear recommendations and escalation decisions based on analysis and applicable risk tolerance;
- Utilizes multiple internal and external systems, tools, and databases to support investigative activities;
- Escalates issues, uncertainties, or potential high-risk cases in timely manner to his/her lead;
- Participates in training, coaching, and continuous learning to build knowledge of financial crime risks.
Security Roles and Responsibilities:
- Must protect confidential information that is entrusted to them or to which they are otherwise exposed;
- Should not disclose any confidential Company, client, or third-party information to anyone outside the Company, except as authorized;
- Maintains high standards of confidentiality, data protection, and ethical conduct;
- Must immediately open and act upon security communications from Protecting Accenture.
Requirements:
- Education: Highschool Diploma required, Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Law, Criminology, Data Analysis, or a related field as a plus.
- Experience: Up to 2 years of aggregate experience in compliance-related roles or financial investigations. Experience gained during internships is fully considered towards this total;
- Language: Fully proficient in English (Read, Write, and Speak) at a minimum B2 level;
- Knowledge: Basic understanding of AML, financial crime, KYC/CDD, or regulatory compliance concepts;
- Technical Skills: Comfort working with technology, multiple systems, and basic to intermediate proficiency in Excel;
- Legal: Must own a valid work permit or EU/Schengen Space Nationality to legally work in Portugal.
Working Conditions:
- Fast-paced working environment suitable for adaptable and detail-oriented candidates;
- Overtime may be required to meet deadlines or project needs;
- May be required to work on Client-observed holidays and local holidays.
What We Offer
- Health insurance
- Life Insurance and Pension Plan Programs
- Free medical services at the office (Physician, Nutritionist, Psychologist)
- Wellness programs
- Flexben Program (Support for Education, Kindergarden, Training, Technology, Health)
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
- Personalized training paths and access to Udemy and Plurisight Plataforms
- Flex-ability program (financial and flexible support for people with disabilities)
- Special banking conditions
Lisbon
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