Senior AML/KYC and Paralegal Officer - German speaker

Senior AML/KYC and Paralegal Officer - German speakerYour ResponsibilitiesCarry out due diligence checks and ensure compliance with AML/KYC requirements for counterparties, service providers, and banking partners.Prepare, review, and coordinate the submission of banking and compliance documentation, particularly with German financial institutions.Monitor and manage the lifecycle of bank accounts, including account openings, amendments, and ongoing compliance updates.Ensure secure handling and proper archiving of sensitive identification and ownership documents.Provide legal and paralegal support by drafting, reviewing, and organising corporate and transactional documents.Act as a point of contact with German banks, notaries, and external legal or tax advisors to facilitate transactions.Keep compliance registers, legal files, and internal records up to date in line with applicable German regulatory standards.Assist in streamlining compliance and legal workflows, suggesting improvements for greater efficiency and risk management.Your ProfilePerfect fluency in German; English at a professional level.Experience in compliance, legal, or paralegal work, ideally within financial services or real estate.Solid understanding of KYC/AML regulations and banking processes in Germany.Familiarity with German banking documentation and regulatory frameworks.Highly detail-oriented, organised, and discreet when handling confidential information.Team-oriented, dependable, and consistent, with a high level of personal commitment.Excellent communication skills and confidence in dealing with senior stakeholders and external advisors.Proactive, professional, and able to work independently in a small team setting.