Trainee/Intern of Compliance

We are currently looking for a Compliance Trainee to join our team on a part-time basis (15-20 hours per week) for an initial 6-month contract.

In this role, you will assist the Compliance team with key tasks such as ensuring the accuracy of client data, conducting Know Your Customer (KYC) due diligence, screening against sanctions and watch lists, and supporting ongoing monitoring efforts. You will also provide general support to the team, contributing to various compliance initiatives and administrative tasks as needed.

1. Review and update counterparty information to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with internal standards.

2. Identify and correct missing, outdated, or inconsistent data in client records and systems.

3. Maintain detailed documentation of remediation activities and findings.

4. Support risk assessment processes by categorizing clients according to the company’s risk-based approach.

5. Help in reviewing existing KYC files to ensure alignment with regulatory and internal policy requirements.

6. Conduct name screening against sanctions, PEP (Politically Exposed Person), and adverse media databases.

7. Provide assistance across the Compliance Department.

8. Support ad-hoc compliance projects and initiatives as assigned.

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, Political Science, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of Compliance, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and Know Your Customer (KYC) principles.
• Familiarity with risk assessment, customer due diligence (CDD), and sanctions screening is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in reviewing and updating client data.
• Good organizational skills with the ability to maintain detailed records and documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) or similar tools; experience with compliance systems/databases is a plus.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English (additional languages are a plus).
• Eager to learn and develop a career in Compliance and Risk Management.
• Team player with a proactive and responsible attitude.
• Ability to work under supervision while managing multiple tasks and deadlines.

• 31 days holidays per year (pro-rated based on the number of months worked during the contract period)
• 1 Luncheon vouchers per full worked day.