AML/KYA, Portfolio Management and compliance duties.

AML/KYA Officer (f/m/d)

Role Location: Valencia (Spain)

Department: Portfolio Management

Employment Type: Permanent

FundRock, a pan‑European independent UCITS and AIFM company operating under Apex Group, invites applications for an AML/KYA Officer. The role supports the Portfolio Management team in performing KYA/AML assessments on assets for Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) spanning Private Equity, Real Estate and Private Debt.

Job Specification

• Review and screen counterparties in internal databases.
• Work closely with investment advisors to assess KYC/AML information and follow up for missing data.
• Maintain KYC information in the AIFM records.
• Collaborate with the Compliance team to resolve escalated issues.
• Manage outstanding queries, investigations and requests.
• Assist management in setting up and maintaining internal KPIs, KYC/AML and risk‑rating tools.
• Monitor innovations in KYA, regulatory obligations and industry standards.
• Own and drive improvements to existing processes to enhance client experience.
• Coordinate the KYA effort with junior members.
• Escalate urgent, sensitive matters appropriately to Portfolio Management and/or Compliance.
• Act as a point of escalation for the Portfolio Management Team on any AML/KYC related queries.

Profile

• Undergraduate degree.
• At least 2 years’ experience in compliance and/or AML/KYC, ideally in the investment funds industry.
• Strong understanding of AML/KYC importance for an AIFM.
• Relevant industry training courses or certifications.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of French and/or German considered an asset.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint; Factiva experience an asset.
• Excellent communication skills and a can‑do attitude.
• Ability to think constructively, manage workload proactively and work independently while collaborating with team members.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Committed to continuous professional development.
• Self‑motivated and adaptable.
• Integrity and high professional ethics.
• Quick grasp of complex issues and new concepts.

Benefits

As part of our global network we offer education support, sponsorship and in‑house training programs, alongside a competitive salary and a welcoming, diverse workplace culture.

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Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.