Junior AML & Compliance Officer

About the role

We are looking for a Junior AML & Compliance Officer to join our new Porto office. You will support the full AML and compliance lifecycle, working closely with the Fund Accounting team and external clients. This role offers international exposure within a multicultural environment.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct Customer Due Diligence (CDD) for onboarding, periodic and trigger‑event reviews in line with local AML regulations.
• Analyse KYC documentation and flag issues to the first‑line manager or compliance department.
• Ensure compliance with local AML laws, internal policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Liaise with customers and internal teams to resolve queries, complaints and payment‑related issues.
• Support transfer agents with capital calls, contract notes, cash reconciliation and related reporting.
• Produce KPI reports and client‑facing deliverables.
• Participate in regular regulatory training and continuous‑improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Economics or a related field.
• 1‑3 years of experience or recent graduate in a legal or financial environment.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet daily deadlines.

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.

What we offer

• Competitive benefits package.
• Hybrid working model.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Dynamic, multicultural team expanding in Portugal.