Back Office & Operations Officer (8171)

CareerFinders, on behalf of our client, a leading global professional services and business management provider, with expanding operations in Cyprus, we are seeking to recruit a Back Office & Operations Officer to join their growing team based in Limassol. The successful candidate will manage the workflow and responsibilities of the Back Office Department, ensuring compliance with CySEC regulations. This includes conducting due diligence procedures during account openings, approving and processing client fund transactions, and performing daily reconciliations of bank and client money accounts. Our client is seeking applicants who are ideally educated to degree level in Finance, Law, Business Administration, or another related field who possess at least 2 years of experience in a Back Office role gained working for a CySEC regulated investment firm. A strong understanding of AML regulations and procedures is essential, and fluency in Greek and English is a must, with any knowledge of the Russian language considered an advantage. Our client offers an attractive remuneration and benefits package based on skills and experience including annual discretionary bonuses, yearly salary review, and 22 days of paid annual leave.

Key Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Manage the Back Office Department's workflow and responsibilities.
• Conduct due diligence procedures during account openings ("Know-Your-Client" procedures).
• Perform daily reconciliations of bank and liquidity provider accounts.
• Assist the AMLCO in maintaining and updating account opening procedures.
• Analyze departmental activities, including payment systems and AML procedures.
• Ensure proper record-keeping in line with company policies.
• Implement client AML classification procedures as defined by the AMLCO.
• Train Back Office staff to maintain competence per CySEC regulations.
• Maintain records of client records.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve client issues promptly.
• Adhere to the company's Internal Operations Manual and Back Office guidelines.
• Perform additional tasks related to Back Office operations as needed.

Key Skills/Experience: 

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in a Back Office role within a CySEC regulated investment firm.
• Fluency in English and Greek; proficiency in Russian is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of AML regulations and procedures.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Key Benefits: 

• A competitive salary package based on your qualifications, experience, and skills.
• Annual discretionary bonuses and yearly salary review to recognize and reward your performance.
• Annual Leave of 22 days to rest and recharge.
• Be part of an energetic and diverse multicultural team.
• Opportunities for continuous personal development and career advancement.
• Company events and parties to foster connection and engagement among employees.

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV, along with any covering letter to jobs@careerfinders.com.cy quoting the reference number ERG8171. Please note that due to the high volumes of applications received only shortlisted applicants will be responded to. By sending us your CV you are giving CareerFinders your consent to be contacted for this and any other suitable vacancies that we believe match your skills and experience. To view our privacy policy, please click www.careerfinders.com.cy/privacy-policy.